Agency
A Michigan licensee discovers during a showing that the home has a leaking water heater not disclosed by the seller. The licensee's obligation is to:
AIgnore the defect since it's the seller's responsibility to disclose
BDisclose the defect to the buyer if representing the buyer, or advise the seller to disclose it if representing the seller✓ Correct
CEnd the showing immediately
DContact the city building department
Explanation
The appropriate response depends on who the licensee represents. A buyer's agent must disclose the defect to their buyer client.
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