CRS Buyer Representation and Counseling

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a buyer representation agreement in a residential real estate transaction?

Accepted Answer

To establish the agency relationship and duties between the buyer and agent

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To legally obligate the buyer to purchase a property

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To set the listing price for a property

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To replace the need for a purchase contract

Question 2

During an initial buyer consultation, which of the following should a CRS designee prioritize?

Accepted Answer

Understanding the buyer's needs, financial situation, and timeline

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Showing the buyer multiple listings immediately

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Discussing commission structures only

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Providing a list of available foreclosures

Question 3

Which financing concept should a CRS agent explain when a buyer asks about the difference between pre-qualification and pre-approval?

Accepted Answer

Pre-approval involves a full credit check and income verification, making it stronger

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Pre-qualification is more binding than pre-approval

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Both terms are legally identical in real estate

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Pre-qualification guarantees the loan amount

Question 4

A buyer wants to make an offer below asking price. As their CRS agent, what is the most appropriate first step?

Accepted Answer

Present a comparative market analysis to support the offer strategy

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Refuse to submit a lowball offer

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Submit the offer without discussion

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Advise the buyer to wait for the price to drop

Question 5

What does 'due diligence' mean in the context of a buyer's residential purchase in the US?

Accepted Answer

The buyer's right to inspect and investigate the property before closing

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The buyer's obligation to pay earnest money promptly

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The seller's duty to disclose all defects

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A lender's review of the buyer's financial documents

Question 6

Which of the following best describes a buyer's agent's fiduciary duty of loyalty?

Accepted Answer

Keeping the buyer's confidential information private and acting in their best interest

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Disclosing the buyer's maximum budget to the seller

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Showing the buyer only properties listed by the same brokerage

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Recommending the agent's preferred lender to earn a referral fee