Real Estate Math

A Nevada listing agent has an exclusive listing that expires without a sale. The seller re-lists with a new agent 45 days later and sells. Is any commission owed to the first agent?

AYes, the first agent earns full commission for procuring any buyer
BOnly if the first agent introduced the eventual buyer to the property during their listing period, and the listing agreement contains a 'protection period' (extender clause) covering the time between expiration and the new contract✓ Correct
CNo commission is ever owed after a listing expires
DThe two agents must split the commission equally in Nevada

Explanation

Most Nevada listing agreements include a 'protection period' or 'extender clause' — if the property sells within a specified period (typically 60-180 days) after the listing expires to someone the first agent introduced during their listing period, the first agent's commission is owed. The key is: (1) the buyer was introduced by the first agent during the listing, (2) the sale occurs within the protection period, and (3) the seller knew the buyer was on the agent's list.

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