Agency
In Massachusetts, a 'facilitator' (non-agent) in a real estate transaction owes the parties:
AFull fiduciary duties identical to an agent
BNo duties whatsoever
CLimited duties including honesty, disclosure of material facts, and performance of ministerial acts✓ Correct
DDuties only to the seller since they pay the commission
Explanation
A Massachusetts real estate facilitator (also called a transaction coordinator or non-agent) does not owe fiduciary duties but must act honestly, disclose material facts affecting the transaction, and perform ministerial acts for both parties.
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