Agency

Under Oregon law, a real estate broker who acts as a buyer's agent earns their compensation by:

ACharging the seller for buyer representation services
BBeing compensated through their principal broker, who may receive a portion of the seller's commission✓ Correct
CCharging the buyer directly without any required disclosure
DSplitting the commission with the listing broker before paying the principal broker

Explanation

In Oregon, a buyer's agent is typically compensated through their principal broker, who may receive a portion of the seller-paid commission through a cooperative/co-brokerage agreement. The buyer and buyer's agent may also directly negotiate a buyer agency compensation agreement.

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