Another question from my class: Why is it important to inform the parties of an undisclosed principal involved in a transaction?

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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Because it's the law.

Feb 23, 2017 02:41 AM

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So that no one can stay hidden that has a vested interest, who might take advantage...

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Feb 23, 2017 05:09 AM

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Debe Maxwell, CRS

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Lise Howe

Keller Williams Capital Properties - Washington, DC

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Nina Hollander is right - in addition the law in most states favors a level playing field

Feb 23, 2017 05:01 AM

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Harry F. D'Elia III

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disclose is a must

Feb 23, 2017 04:52 AM

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Debe Maxwell, CRS

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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Nancy Robinson Ranked #6 in MI

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The law is such as every one has a right to know who they are doing business with.

Feb 23, 2017 04:39 AM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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Ron and Alexandra Seigel

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What Nina Hollander said

Feb 23, 2017 06:32 AM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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Harry Norman, REALTORS® - Atlanta, GA

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Thank you Nina Hollander

Feb 23, 2017 06:15 AM

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Michael Setunsky

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Christian Coppieters Disclosure is required; however, they do not have to identify the undisclosed principal.

Feb 23, 2017 05:51 AM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers

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Nina Hollander nailed this one!

Feb 23, 2017 04:08 AM

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What Nina Hollander said!

Feb 23, 2017 08:46 PM

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Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate

Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL

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Because you the agent may be obligated to perform the contract, if your undisclosed principal backs out. Be careful before acting as a straw man!

Feb 23, 2017 05:57 PM

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Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties

Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN

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Follow your state laws and you will be fine. Violate them and you will likely end up with no license.

Feb 23, 2017 05:13 PM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS

Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA

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Always follow rules and laws...

Feb 23, 2017 04:12 PM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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John Pusa

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Christian Coppieters Well Nina Hollander has the right answer.

Feb 23, 2017 03:19 PM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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Dorie Dillard Austin TX

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Ther is no discussion..it is the law!

Feb 23, 2017 12:02 PM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA

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Because it's the law. If it were me as the seller, I'd want to know who the undisclosed principal is (aka full disclosure) before even looking at the offer.

Feb 23, 2017 09:36 AM

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Kasey & John Boles

Jon Gosche Real Estate, LLC - BoiseMeridianRealEstate.com - Boise, ID

Boise & Meridian, ID Ada/Canyon/Gem/Boise Counties

You will find disclosure to be essential to the real estate business.

Feb 23, 2017 07:54 AM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

Charlotte, NC

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Richie Alan Naggar

people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA

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make sure all involved is as represented

Feb 23, 2017 07:04 AM

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Michael Jacobs

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Gabe Sanders

Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL

Stuart Florida Real Estate

It may have an effect on the transaction.

Feb 23, 2017 06:20 AM

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Michael Jacobs

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Gita Bantwal

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Others have answered.

Feb 23, 2017 05:48 AM

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Michael Jacobs

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Richard Weeks

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Help you keep your license and out of a court room.

Feb 23, 2017 05:36 AM

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Barbara Todaro

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Ditto to Nina...

Feb 23, 2017 05:04 AM

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Bob Crane

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Depends on the state you are in.

Apr 16, 2017 08:46 PM

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Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Follow the laws and regulations in your state.

Feb 24, 2017 05:58 AM

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Praful Thakkar

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Christian Coppieters - to be fair to everyone involved in the transaction.

Feb 23, 2017 09:57 PM

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Feb 23, 2017 09:04 PM

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Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® e-Pro CRS RCS-D Vets

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All parties on title must be on the contract.

Feb 23, 2017 01:24 PM

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Mick Michaud

Distinctly Texas Lifestyle Properties, LLC Office:682/498-3107 - Granbury, TX

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You don't have to disclose their identity. However their presencecan impact negotiations and acceptance.

Feb 23, 2017 08:26 AM

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Michael Jacobs

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It's important to study. And to learn the "reasons" of a question. Good luck in your classes. Now...hit the books.

Feb 23, 2017 07:35 AM

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So that no one can stay hidden that has a vested interest, who might take advantage...

Eve
Nina Hollander is right - in addition the law in most states favors a level playing field
The law is such as every one has a right to know who they are doing business with.
Christian Coppieters Disclosure is required; however, they do not have to identify the undisclosed principal.
Because you the agent may be obligated to perform the contract, if your undisclosed principal backs out. Be careful before acting as a straw man!
Follow your state laws and you will be fine. Violate them and you will likely end up with no license.
Christian Coppieters Well Nina Hollander has the right answer.
Because it's the law. If it were me as the seller, I'd want to know who the undisclosed principal is (aka full disclosure) before even looking at the offer.
You will find disclosure to be essential to the real estate business.
Christian Coppieters - to be fair to everyone involved in the transaction.
http://bonruachen.com là đơn vị chuyên cung cấp bồn rửa chén với chất lượng tốt và giá cả phù hợp, sản phẩm sẽ đem lại cho gia đình bạn một sự trải nghiệm tuyệt vời bằng sự tiện lợi khi sử dụng cũng như tính thẩm mỹ cho không gian nhà bạn.
You don't have to disclose their identity. However their presencecan impact negotiations and acceptance.
It's important to study. And to learn the "reasons" of a question. Good luck in your classes. Now...hit the books.