Agency
A New Jersey buyer's agent who has buyer clients interested in a property also listed by their firm has a potential:
AProblem only if the asking price is above market
BDisclosed dual agency situation that requires written consent from both buyer and seller to proceed✓ Correct
CStandard transaction with no special disclosure needed
DConflict requiring the buyer to find a different agent with no options from their firm
Explanation
When a buyer's agent and listing agent work for the same firm and want to complete a transaction, an in-house dual agency situation arises. NJ law requires the firm to disclose this to both parties and obtain written informed consent before proceeding.
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