Agency

In New Jersey, a buyer's agent who discovers a material defect about a property the buyer is interested in is obligated to:

ADisclose only if the seller consents
BKeep it confidential to protect the client relationship
CDisclose it to the buyer immediately as part of the fiduciary duty of disclosure✓ Correct
DWait until after the offer is accepted

Explanation

A buyer's agent has a fiduciary duty of disclosure to the buyer. Any material information—including defects—that would affect the buyer's decision must be shared promptly. Concealing material facts violates agency law and NJ license regulations.

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