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A California exclusive listing agreement expires and includes a 60-day safety clause. The listing broker submitted a written list of prospective buyers to the seller upon expiration. Which of the following buyers would NOT be covered by the safety clause?

Correct Answer

D) A buyer who independently discovers the property through a new listing posted by a different broker after the expiration date and has no prior contact with the original listing broker

A safety clause protects the broker's commission only for buyers who were introduced to the property or had contact with the listing broker during the original listing period. A buyer who independently discovers the property through a new broker after expiration — with no prior contact with the original listing broker — was not procured by that broker's efforts and falls entirely outside the safety clause's scope.

Answer Options
A
A buyer whose name appears on the broker's submitted list who, 45 days after expiration, makes an offer directly to the seller and closes escrow within the protection period
B
A buyer who attended a broker-hosted open house during the listing period and purchases the property 55 days after expiration
C
A buyer who was shown the property by the listing agent during the listing period, then contacts the seller directly after expiration and closes within 30 days
D
A buyer who independently discovers the property through a new listing posted by a different broker after the expiration date and has no prior contact with the original listing broker

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Key Terms:

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Related Concepts

The legal obligation to reveal information that could affect a party's decision to enter into or the terms of a real estate transaction.

The extent of power and actions an agent is authorized to perform on behalf of the principal, as defined by the agency agreement.

The fiduciary obligations owed by a listing agent to the seller, including marketing the property, presenting all offers, and protecting the seller's confidential information.

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