Agency
In New York, a buyer who has signed an exclusive buyer's representation agreement and then purchases a property directly from a seller (without involving their agent) may still owe the agent:
ANothing, as the agent did not participate
BThe agreed compensation under the buyer representation agreement, as the buyer acted in breach of the exclusive agreement✓ Correct
COnly reimbursement of the agent's out-of-pocket expenses
DThe seller's agent's commission
Explanation
Under an exclusive buyer's representation agreement, the buyer owes compensation to the agent if they purchase any property during the agreement term, even if the agent did not show them that specific property. Purchasing directly from a seller to avoid paying the agent is a breach of the exclusive agreement.
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