Agency
A Mississippi real estate agent who represents the buyer discovers the property has significant foundation issues not disclosed by the seller. The agent's duty to the buyer requires:
AKeeping the information confidential to avoid embarrassing the seller
BDisclosing the discovered defect to the buyer promptly✓ Correct
CWaiting to disclose until after the inspection contingency period ends
DReporting the seller to MREC immediately
Explanation
An agent representing the buyer owes full fiduciary duties including disclosure of all material facts known to the agent that could affect the buyer's decision, including defects discovered during the transaction.
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