Agency
A Massachusetts seller wants to sell their home 'for sale by owner' (FSBO). A real estate agent who calls the FSBO seller to solicit a listing must:
ANever contact a FSBO seller
BFollow all professional standards and not misrepresent who they are or their purpose✓ Correct
CObtain prior approval from the Board
DSend only written communication
Explanation
Agents may contact FSBO sellers to solicit listings as long as they act professionally, do not misrepresent themselves, and comply with do-not-call and fair business practice requirements.
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