Agency

A NJ buyer's agent accompanies their buyer to view a property and notices the seller has patched and painted over an apparent foundation crack. The agent should:

ASay nothing as it is the seller's property
BAlert the buyer to the potential issue and recommend a structural inspection✓ Correct
CReport the seller to the NJREC
DAdvise the buyer to accept the property as-is

Explanation

A buyer's agent owes their client the duty of disclosure and care. Noticing signs of concealed defects requires the agent to alert the buyer and recommend appropriate professional inspections to protect the buyer's interests.

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