Agency
A South Carolina seller asks their agent not to disclose that the neighborhood has had recent flooding. The agent should:
AComply with the seller's request to avoid losing the listing
BRefuse and disclose the flooding history as a material fact✓ Correct
COnly disclose if the buyer asks about flooding
DLet the buyer's agent discover the issue
Explanation
Flooding history is a material fact affecting property value and safety. The agent must disclose it despite the seller's instructions, as the duty to disclose material facts overrides client confidentiality.
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