Agency

When a listing expires in Oregon, the seller is free to sell the property on their own. However, if during the safety clause period the property is sold to a buyer the broker introduced during the listing period, the broker:

AHas no claim to a commission
BMay be entitled to a commission as specified in the listing agreement✓ Correct
CMust file a claim with OREA
DIs entitled only to the cost of marketing expenses

Explanation

Most Oregon listing agreements include a safety (protection period) clause specifying that if the property sells to a buyer the broker introduced during the listing period, within a specified time after expiration, the broker is still entitled to a commission.

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