Agency
A Nebraska buyer's agent knows their buyer client submitted fraudulent income documentation to the lender. The agent's duty is to:
AKeep the client's information confidential
BWithdraw from representation and potentially report the fraud✓ Correct
CDo nothing as it is not their concern
DHelp the buyer improve the documentation
Explanation
An agent cannot assist in or ignore known fraud. Mortgage fraud is a federal crime. The agent must withdraw from representation and may have a legal obligation to report the fraud to avoid aiding and abetting.
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