Agency
A buyer's agent in Minnesota who learns their client's maximum budget should:
AShare it with the listing agent to speed up negotiations
BKeep it confidential and not disclose it to the seller or listing agent✓ Correct
CDisclose it on the purchase agreement
DReport it to the MLS
Explanation
A buyer's agent owes confidentiality to their buyer-client. The buyer's maximum budget is confidential information that must not be shared with the seller or listing agent, as it would undermine the buyer's negotiating position.
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