Agency
A NC seller's listing agent who is also a buyer in the transaction creates what type of conflict?
AAcceptable since the broker is licensed
BA situation requiring full disclosure to both buyer and seller of the broker's personal interest and potential conflict✓ Correct
CNo conflict since the broker is on both sides
DA standard dual agency situation
Explanation
When the listing agent is also the buyer, there is a direct conflict of interest requiring full disclosure — the agent's personal interests are directly opposed to the seller-client's interests.
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