Agency
A South Dakota real estate agent who acts as a transaction coordinator (facilitator) rather than an agent for either party:
AIs prohibited by South Dakota law
BDoes not represent either party and cannot provide advice or recommendations to either party✓ Correct
CMust obtain a separate transaction coordinator license
DMay still represent the seller if they were the listing agent
Explanation
A transaction facilitator or coordinator does not represent either party and therefore cannot provide advice, recommendations, or negotiate on behalf of either party. Their role is limited to facilitating the administrative aspects of the transaction.
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