Contracts

In Massachusetts, a real estate listing expires with no sale. The seller lists with a new broker 10 days later. The first broker claims a commission when the property sells. Under the protection period clause, the first broker can collect only if:

AThe property sells within 6 months of the first listing's expiration
BThe buyer was registered with the first broker within the timeframe of the protection period and the first broker proves they introduced that buyer✓ Correct
CThe second broker agrees to split the commission
DThe seller admits the first broker worked hard

Explanation

A protection period clause entitles the listing broker to a commission only if they introduced the specific buyer during the listing period and the buyer purchases within the protection period specified in the original listing agreement.

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