Agency
In South Carolina, what is 'procuring cause' in the context of real estate commissions?
AThe reason a property was listed with an agent
BThe agent whose efforts initiated an uninterrupted chain of events leading to the sale✓ Correct
CThe legal cause of action for an unpaid commission
DThe reason a buyer terminated their agency agreement
Explanation
Procuring cause is the chain of causation that starts with an agent's actions and leads uninterrupted to the eventual sale. The procuring cause agent is typically entitled to the commission in disputes between cooperating brokers.
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