Broker/Agent: Failure to Disclose and Agency Issues

In the fast-moving world of real estate, agents and brokers frequently navigate complex disclosure obligations and agency relationships. This course offers a detailed and practical exploration of the disclosure duties and agency issues that can lead to liability, disputes, or professional sanctions. Through real-life case studies, expert commentary and interactive Q&A, participants will sharpen their ability to identify, manage, and mitigate risks associated with non-disclosure and defective agency practices.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the full scope of a broker’s and agent’s duty to disclose material facts to clients and third-parties.

• Examine the legal and ethical dimensions of agency relationships — including dual agency, designated agency, implied agency, and the broker’s supervisory role.

• Explore how disclosure failures arise in the course of transactions and how they are addressed in mediation, litigation and regulatory investigations.

• Review successful strategies for negotiating or trying a case involving agency conflicts or disclosure violations.

• Participate in an interactive Q&A session with veteran practitioners to deepen insights into real-world scenarios.