Practice & MathQuestion 99 of 100
A buyer's agent notices visible mold and water staining during a showing. The best practice is to:
a.Say nothing to avoid alarming the buyer
b.Personally guarantee the home is safe
c.Recommend the buyer obtain a professional inspection
d.Tell the buyer to ignore it since it is cosmetic
Explanation
Agents are not experts on defects, so the prudent practice is to advise the client to hire a qualified inspector to evaluate potential problems like mold. This protects the buyer and limits the agent's liability. Agents should never conceal known material conditions.
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