In Wisconsin, multiple representation (dual agency) requires:
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No consent
No consent is never acceptable for dual agency in Wisconsin. Failing to obtain consent creates significant legal liability and violates the broker's fiduciary duties to both parties.
Written consent from both parties
Only verbal consent
Verbal consent is insufficient in Wisconsin. The law specifically requires written documentation to ensure proper disclosure and to create a legal record of the agreement.
Court approval
Court approval is not required for dual agency in Wisconsin. The process is handled through proper disclosure and written consent between the parties and their agent.
Why is this correct?
Wisconsin law specifically requires written consent from both parties after full disclosure when representing both buyer and seller in the same transaction. This written documentation creates a legal record that clients understood the potential conflicts and agreed to the arrangement voluntarily.
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