Agency
In Rhode Island, what is the 'procuring cause' rule for cooperating brokers?
AThe broker with the earliest license gets the commission
BThe broker who was the effective, uninterrupted cause of the sale is entitled to the commission✓ Correct
CThe broker who first showed the property is always entitled to the commission
DCommissions are always split evenly
Explanation
Procuring cause (as determined by MLS arbitration or legal proceedings) identifies the broker whose continuous, uninterrupted effort was the direct cause of the completed sale. This broker is entitled to the cooperative commission.
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