Agency
What is 'puffing' in Oregon real estate, and how does it differ from fraudulent misrepresentation?
APuffing and misrepresentation are legally identical
BPuffing is subjective promotional opinion (e.g., 'best view in town') that is not actionable; misrepresentation is a false statement of material fact that is actionable✓ Correct
CPuffing requires disclosure; misrepresentation does not
DPuffing applies only to commercial real estate
Explanation
Puffing is subjective, promotional 'sales talk' (e.g.
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