Agency (alternative)
A Maryland listing agent who knows the septic system is at or near capacity should:
AFix the septic before listing without telling anyone
BDisclose this material defect to prospective buyers and advise the seller to disclose it✓ Correct
COnly mention it if the buyer's inspector discovers it
DList the property as 'as-is' and make no disclosures
Explanation
A failing or capacity-limited septic system is a material defect that must be disclosed. A listing agent who knows of it must not conceal it, regardless of the listing terms.
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