Agency
In Massachusetts, an agent who represents a buyer and is paid by the seller as a cooperative commission is:
AActing as the seller's sub-agent
BStill a buyer's agent—the source of compensation does not determine agency✓ Correct
CAutomatically a dual agent
DRequired to disclose the commission to the Board
Explanation
In Massachusetts, agency is created by agreement, not by the source of compensation. A buyer's agent can be compensated through the seller (via MLS cooperative commission) and still legally represent the buyer.
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