Environmental
A Massachusetts real estate agent listing a property built in 1965 is required to:
ATest for lead paint before listing
BDisclose to buyers that the property may contain lead-based paint and provide the EPA lead paint pamphlet✓ Correct
CGuarantee the property is lead-free
DRequire the seller to abate all lead paint before listing
Explanation
Under federal law (Title X) and Massachusetts regulations, sellers and agents must disclose known lead paint hazards and provide buyers with the EPA-approved lead hazard disclosure pamphlet for pre-1978 homes. Agents are not required to test for lead paint, but must disclose known information.
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