Agency
In Rhode Island, when must a licensee provide a prospective buyer with an agency disclosure?
AAt the time of closing
BAt the first substantive contact✓ Correct
COnly when a buyer signs a buyer agency agreement
DOnly when making an offer
Explanation
Rhode Island requires licensees to provide agency disclosure at the first substantive contact with a prospective buyer or seller. This ensures consumers understand the nature of the representation being provided.
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