Agency

A seller's agent in Utah learns that the house has a structural defect that the seller did not disclose. The agent's obligation is to:

AKeep quiet to protect the seller's interests
BDisclose the known material defect to prospective buyers✓ Correct
CWithdraw from the listing without disclosure
DLet the buyer's home inspector discover the defect

Explanation

Even a seller's agent must disclose known material defects to buyers. An agent who knowingly conceals material defects participates in the seller's fraud and can be liable along with the seller. The duty to disclose material facts overrides the duty of loyalty to the seller.

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