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Agency Theory and the Changing Role of the Real Estate Broker: Conflicts and Possible Solutions

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The evolving multifunction role of the real estate broker and the demands being placed upon brokers by both buyers and sellers is increasingly placing brokers in conflict with the laws governing their conduct as agents. This paper examines the nature of this conflict and evaluates proposed solutions to this problem.

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  • Gene A. Marsh & Leonard V. Zumpano, 1988. "Agency Theory and the Changing Role of the Real Estate Broker: Conflicts and Possible Solutions," Journal of Real Estate Research, American Real Estate Society, vol. 3(2), pages 151-164.
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    1. Linda L. Johnson & Christine Loucks, 1986. "The Effect of State Licensing Regulations on the Real Estate Brokerage Industry," Real Estate Economics, American Real Estate and Urban Economics Association, vol. 14(4), pages 567-582, December.
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    9. Gary S. Moore & Gerald E. Smolen & Lawrence V. Conway, 1992. "The Effects of an Informational Disclosure Form on the Real Estate Agency Representational Model," Journal of Real Estate Research, American Real Estate Society, vol. 7(2), pages 217-226.

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