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Under Ohio law, buyer's agent Joe represents client Kim. Kim finds a property she likes and asks Joe to write an offer. Joe realizes the listing agent is from the same brokerage. Under Ohio law, what situation has been created?

Correct Answer

D) An in-house transaction that may require disclosure and possible designated agency or dual agency arrangements under Ohio law

When both the buyer's agent and listing agent work for the same brokerage, Ohio law requires addressing the potential conflict through designated agency (separate agents for each party) or dual agency (with informed written consent from both parties).

Answer Options
A
A standard arm's-length transaction with no special considerations
B
A transaction that automatically results in lower commissions
C
An illegal transaction that must be cancelled immediately
D
An in-house transaction that may require disclosure and possible designated agency or dual agency arrangements under Ohio law

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