Agency
In NJ, if a property seller instructs their listing agent NOT to disclose that the neighborhood floods during heavy rain, the agent should:
AFollow the seller's instruction as the seller is the boss
BRefuse the instruction as the flooding is a material fact that must be disclosed to all buyers✓ Correct
CDisclose the flooding only if asked by the buyer
DOnly disclose if the buyer's inspector finds evidence of flooding
Explanation
Flooding is a material fact affecting the property's value and habitability. NJ agents must disclose known material facts regardless of seller instructions.
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