Agency
In Oregon, 'ministerial acts' that do NOT create an agency relationship include:
ANegotiating an offer on behalf of a buyer
BProviding a buyer with a list of available properties or general information about neighborhoods✓ Correct
CRepresenting the buyer in completing a purchase agreement
DPresenting an offer to the seller on behalf of a buyer
Explanation
Ministerial acts are routine tasks that do not involve exercising judgment or promoting a party's interests — such as providing property listings, scheduling showings, or answering basic questions. These activities do not constitute agency representation and do not require an agency agreement.
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