Under49 Pa. Code § 35.284(Disclosures of Business Relationships), abuyer's agenthas afiduciary dutyto their client. This means the agent mustact in the buyer's best interestandcommunicate all material informationregarding the transactionto the buyer.
* The buyer's agent's primary responsibility is to the buyer (Option B - Correct).
* The buyer's agent does not have any fiduciary duty to the seller (Option A - Incorrect).
* The buyer's agent is not required to inform the listing broker (Option C - Incorrect).
* The loan officer does not have the same level of involvement in fiduciary duties as the buyer (Option D - Incorrect).

UnderThe Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. § 3604) and The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) (42 U.S.
C: § 12101),a salesperson must treat a person with a disability the same as any other prospective tenant, without discrimination.
* The salesperson should focus on the client's housing needs, such as apartment size and features, rather than their disability.
* Landlords cannot charge an extra security deposit for service animals.
* The person is not limited to disability-specific housing; they can rent any unit they qualify for.
Why the other answers are incorrect:
* Option A (Search for Pet-Friendly Apartments):Service animals are NOT pets, so pet restrictions do not apply.
* Option B (Charge Extra Deposit):Thisviolates fair housing laws; extra deposits for service animals are illegal.
* Option C (Limit Options to Disability-Specific Housing):Clients with disabilitiesmust be shown all available housing, not just disability-specific units.

Both thePennsylvania Real Estate Commission (PREC)and thePennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC)haveauthority to investigate illegal discriminationin real estate transactions.
* The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC)is responsible for enforcingthe Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA), which prohibits discrimination in housing based on race, color, religion, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, disability, and familial status.
* The Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission (PREC)investigates complaints againstlicensed real estate professionalswho violate fair housing laws, including violations of theReal Estate Licensing and Registration Act (RELRA).
Why the other answers are incorrect:
* Option A (Pennsylvania State Legislature and PREC):The Legislaturemakes lawsbutdoes not enforcethem or conduct investigations.
* Option B (PREC and Better Business Bureau):TheBetter Business Bureau (BBB) is a private organizationand doesnot have legal enforcement authority.
* Option C (PHRC and Legislature):The Legislature doesnot investigate complaints, but the PHRC does.

A real estate licensee in Pennsylvania isprohibited from failing to disclose any personal interestin a transaction. This includesusing a third party to purchase property listed by the licensee's own office.
* 49 Pa. Code § 35.283 (Disclosure of Interest)requires that alicensee must disclose any financial interest they have in a transaction.
* If a licensee arranges for a third party (such as a relative or business associate) to purchase a property without disclosure, this is considered a serious ethical violation.
Why the other answers are incorrect:
* Option A (Short Listing Duration):Listingsdo not have a minimum required time period, so a2- month duration is permissible.
* Option B (Undercutting Commission):Commission feesare negotiable, and the Real Estate Commission does not set a minimum fee.
* Option D (Legal Counsel Not Required):Licenseesare not required to hire legal counselto respond to Commission complaints, but they must respond honestly and fully.

Under49 Pa. Code § 35.331 (Written Agreements Generally),all parties must receive a copy of a signed offer within 1 business day of acceptance.
* This ensures that buyers and sellers have full documentation of the transaction.
* Delaying delivery of signed contracts can lead to disputes and potential violations of real estate regulations.
Why the other answers are incorrect:
* Option A (24 Hours):While fast delivery is preferred, thelaw specifically states "1 business day."
* Option C (At Closing):Buyers must receive a copywell before closing.
* Option D (Reasonably Practicable Time):This istoo vagueand does not meet thespecific 1-business- day requirement.