Question

If a real estate agent is employed in the sale of a house that requires a lead-based paint disclosure, the agent should do all but which of the following?

Option 1: Provide the lead-based paint disclosure to the buyer.
Option 2: Inform the buyer about potential lead-based paint hazards.
Option 3: Advise the buyer to seek an independent lead inspection.
Option 4: Discourage the buyer from purchasing the house.

Answer 1

The real estate agent should not discourage the buyer from purchasing the house.

Step-by-step explanation:

The real estate agent should do all but Option 4: Discourage the buyer from purchasing the house.

In the sale of a house that requires a lead-based paint disclosure, the agent should provide the lead-based paint disclosure to the buyer, inform the buyer about potential lead-based paint hazards, and advise the buyer to seek an independent lead inspection. However, the agent should not discourage the buyer from purchasing the house.