Agency
In Rhode Island, a seller's agent who learns that the seller has concealed a material defect has a duty to:
AKeep the defect confidential as part of the duty of confidentiality
BDisclose the known material defect to prospective buyers✓ Correct
COnly disclose if the buyer asks directly
DAdvise the seller to fix the defect before disclosure is required
Explanation
Despite the duty of confidentiality to clients, a Rhode Island licensee must disclose known material defects that affect a property's value or desirability. The duty to disclose material facts to all parties supersedes confidentiality obligations for material defects.
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