Agency
In Oregon, a real estate broker who discovers their seller-client has committed fraud in prior transactions must:
AMaintain confidentiality about the seller's prior conduct
BDisclose known fraud to potential buyers if it is material to the current transaction✓ Correct
CReport the seller to law enforcement immediately
DTerminate the listing agreement and take no further action
Explanation
An Oregon broker who knows their seller client has engaged in fraud that is material to the current transaction must disclose this to buyers as part of their duty of honest dealing. While client confidentiality is important, it does not extend to concealing material fraud or misrepresentation that would harm buyers.
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