California Real Estate SalespersonLaws of Agency and Fiduciary DutiesMedium
A seller signs a listing agreement with a broker. Under Civil Code Section 2079.14, when must the listing agent have already provided the seller with the Agency Disclosure Form?
- AWithin 24 hours after the listing agreement is signed
- BOnly if the seller specifically requests it
- CBefore the listing agreement is signed
- DAt the close of escrow
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Before the listing agreement is signed
California Civil Code 2079.14 requires the listing agent to provide the Agency Disclosure Form to the seller prior to entering into the listing agreement, ensuring the seller understands the nature of the agency relationship before committing.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Providing it after signing defeats the purpose of informed consent before contracting.
- B. Disclosure is mandatory regardless of the seller's request.
- D. Waiting until close of escrow is far too late for meaningful disclosure.
Agency Disclosure Timing (Listing Side)
The listing agent must give the seller the statutory Agency Disclosure Form before the listing agreement is executed.
- Governed by Civil Code 2079.14
- Selling agent must give it to buyer as soon as practicable before offer signed
- Purpose is informed consent regarding agency relationships
Memory trick: Disclose before you close the deal, not after.