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Under TREC rules, a broker discovers that a client's earnest money check has bounced (insufficient funds). Under TREC rules, what is the broker's obligation?

Correct Answer

B) The broker should promptly notify all parties to the transaction that the earnest money check was returned for insufficient funds

Under TREC rules, the broker has an obligation to promptly notify all parties when an earnest money check bounces. All parties need to know that the earnest money has not been funded, as this is material information that affects the transaction.

Answer Options
A
The broker should cover the bounced check from personal funds to avoid trust account shortfalls
B
The broker should promptly notify all parties to the transaction that the earnest money check was returned for insufficient funds
C
The broker should quietly re-deposit the check and hope it clears on the second attempt
D
The broker should immediately cancel the transaction without notifying any parties

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