Agency
A Utah seller tells the listing agent: 'Don't tell the buyers that we're getting divorced and need to sell quickly.' The agent should:
ADisclose the seller's motivation to all buyers to maximize interest
BKeep the seller's personal circumstances confidential—this is not a material fact about the property✓ Correct
CInclude it in the MLS listing to attract more buyers
DReport it to the Division of Real Estate as a material fact
Explanation
The seller's personal motivation for selling (divorce) is confidential information and is not a material fact about the property. The agent's duty of confidentiality requires keeping this private.
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