Agency
Under Washington agency law, the term 'subagency' in a real estate context traditionally referred to:
AA buyer's agent working as an independent contractor for a brokerage
BA cooperating broker who worked on behalf of the listing firm and seller through MLS cooperation✓ Correct
CA licensee who assists the designated broker with supervision
DA property manager authorized to act for the property owner
Explanation
Subagency historically meant that cooperating brokers who brought buyers were actually working as subagents of the listing broker, owing duties to the seller — not the buyer. Most states, including Washington, have moved away from automatic subagency toward explicit buyer representation.
Related Washington Agency Questions
- A Washington broker who is a buyer's agent shows a property listed by their own firm. How should this in-company situation be handled?
- A Washington listing broker representing the seller has a duty to present all offers to the seller. An exception to this duty may exist when:
- A Washington seller's listing agreement expires before the property sells. Two weeks later, a buyer who was shown the property during the listing period makes an offer directly to the seller. Under typical listing agreement language, the listing broker may still be entitled to a commission if:
- Under Washington's agency law, which of the following best describes 'ratification' of an agency relationship?
- In Washington, when does a licensee's agency relationship with a buyer typically begin?
- A Washington buyer's agent has been showing a buyer properties for 3 months without a written representation agreement. The buyer finds a property and is ready to make an offer. At this point, the agent should:
- A Washington designated broker wants to resign. What happens to the licenses of all affiliated brokers?
- A Washington buyer asks their agent whether the seller will take less than the listing price. The buyer's agent should:
Practice More Washington Real Estate Questions
1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.
Take the Free Washington Quiz →