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A provisional broker in Gastonia is reviewing buyer agency agreements and the written-agreement deadline. Which statement is NOT accurate under current North Carolina law?

Correct Answer

D) The buyer agent needs no writing if the listing firm agrees to pay compensation under current North Carolina rules

This choice is the inaccurate statement. The other three options describe the current North Carolina rule or guidance more accurately.

Answer Options
A
If a broker is only assisting a buyer as a customer and not as an agent, the broker still must follow WWREA and disclosure duties, but agency-specific promises should not be implied.
B
North Carolina permits a broker to work with a buyer on an oral basis initially, but any buyer agency agreement must be express, in writing, and signed no later than the time an offer is made.
C
A provisional broker providing buyer agency services must do so through the affiliated BIC and cannot independently create side buyer-agency relationships outside that supervision.
D
The buyer agent needs no writing if the listing firm agrees to pay compensation under current North Carolina rules

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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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