Agency
In Minnesota, an implied agency relationship may be created when:
AOnly a written agency agreement is signed
BA licensee's conduct leads a party to reasonably believe the licensee is acting as their agent✓ Correct
CA licensee attends an open house as a visitor
DA licensee provides a buyer with a property address
Explanation
Implied agency arises from the conduct and actions of the parties without an express agreement. If a Minnesota licensee begins negotiating on behalf of a buyer or providing advice that goes beyond ministerial acts, an implied buyer agency may be created. This underscores the importance of clear agency disclosure and written representation agreements.
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