Contracts
A Pennsylvania real estate agent who prepares an Agreement of Sale that contains a fraudulent misrepresentation may be held liable for:
AOnly a PREC reprimand
BCivil damages, license discipline by PREC, and potential criminal charges✓ Correct
CA fee reduction only
DNothing if the client approved the contract language
Explanation
Fraudulent misrepresentation in a Pennsylvania real estate transaction exposes the licensee to civil liability (damages to the injured party), PREC license discipline (including revocation), and potential criminal charges. Client approval does not protect a licensee who participated in fraud.
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