#1
Which of the following is not a characteristic of a real estate agency?
Provides legal advice to clients
ExplanationReal estate agencies generally do not provide legal advice, as this falls under the purview of lawyers.
#2
What does MLS stand for in the context of real estate?
Multiple Listing Service
ExplanationMLS is a database where real estate brokers share information about properties for sale, making it easier to find buyers.
#3
Which of the following is a legal requirement for real estate agents in many jurisdictions?
Obtaining a real estate license
ExplanationReal estate agents must be licensed to legally conduct real estate transactions in many jurisdictions.
#4
What is fiduciary duty in real estate agency?
Acting in the best interest of clients
ExplanationFiduciary duty requires real estate agents to prioritize their clients' interests above their own.
#5
What does E&O insurance stand for in the context of real estate?
Errors & Omissions insurance
ExplanationE&O insurance protects real estate professionals from liability for errors or omissions in their work.
#6
What is the purpose of the Fair Housing Act in the United States?
To ensure equal opportunity in housing
ExplanationThe Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, or national origin.
#7
What is a 'listing agreement' in real estate?
A contract between a seller and their agent
ExplanationA listing agreement is a contract that allows a real estate agent to represent a seller in the sale of their property.
#8
What is a 'buyer's agent' in real estate?
An agent who represents the buyer
ExplanationA buyer's agent works exclusively on behalf of the buyer in a real estate transaction.
#9
In real estate, what is meant by the term 'comps'?
Comparative market analysis
ExplanationComps refer to recently sold properties that are similar to the property being evaluated, used to determine its market value.
#10
What is a 'pocket listing' in real estate?
A listing not yet advertised to the public
ExplanationA pocket listing is a property for sale that is not listed on a multiple listing service (MLS) or advertised to the public.
#11
What is meant by the term 'procuring cause' in real estate?
The primary factor that led to a property sale
ExplanationProcuring cause refers to the actions or efforts that result in the successful sale of a property, typically determining which agent is entitled to the commission.
#12
Which entity is responsible for enforcing fair housing laws in the United States?
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
ExplanationHUD is responsible for enforcing the Fair Housing Act and other fair housing laws in the United States.