Agency
A Maryland seller instructs their agent to not disclose that the neighbor has an ongoing dispute about the fence line. The agent should:
AComply — the seller is the agent's client
BRefuse if the fence dispute could constitute a material fact affecting value or title✓ Correct
CDisclose the dispute to the buyer's agent only
DReport the instruction to MREC immediately
Explanation
An agent cannot follow unlawful instructions. A boundary dispute affecting title is a material fact that must be disclosed.
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