Which statement about offers received by an agent is correct?

• A. All offers must be presented
• B. The vendor is obligated to accept offers
• C. Offers to purchase will mirror listing terms
• D. Offers to purchase are irrelevant to the listing agreement

Answer: (B)

Offers received by an agent must be presented to the seller promptly and fairly. The agent has a duty to bring every offer to the seller so they can make an informed decision, regardless of how favorable or unfavorable the terms may seem. The seller, in turn, is not obligated to accept any particular offer—they may accept, reject, or counter as they see fit. Offers to purchase do not have to mirror the listing terms; buyers can propose different terms, prices, or conditions than those originally in the listing. And offers are not irrelevant to the listing agreement; they are central to moving toward a sale and drive the negotiation process. Because presenting all offers aligns with the agent’s duty to keep the seller informed and empowered to decide, this statement best reflects actual practice.