Agency
In Rhode Island, a buyer's broker compensation is typically:
APaid by the buyer directly at closing
BEstablished through cooperative compensation offered in the MLS or negotiated separately✓ Correct
CSet by the DoBR at a fixed rate
DAlways equal to 3% of the purchase price
Explanation
Buyer's broker compensation is typically offered through cooperative compensation structures or negotiated directly between the buyer and their agent, and is not set by the DoBR.
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