Agency
A buyer's agent in New Hampshire who discovers a material defect unknown to the seller must:
AKeep it confidential to benefit the buyer
BDisclose it to the seller as a material fact that could affect the transaction✓ Correct
CDisclose it only if the seller asks
DReport it to the NHREC before disclosing to anyone
Explanation
Even a buyer's agent must disclose material facts that affect the property's value or desirability to all parties, including the seller, if they become aware of them. This overrides confidentiality when it comes to property defects.
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