Contracts
A Pennsylvania broker who is the listing broker and buyer's broker in the same transaction must have written consent for dual agency from:
AOnly the seller since the seller pays the commission
BBoth the buyer and the seller✓ Correct
CPREC before executing any dual agency arrangement
DOnly the buyer since they are the party at greater risk
Explanation
Dual agency in Pennsylvania requires informed written consent from BOTH the buyer and seller before the dual agency situation arises. The dual agency must be disclosed and consented to before the agent has received confidential information from both parties — not after a conflict has already developed.
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