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In an installment land contract (contract for deed), the buyer receives equitable title upon signing and possession of the property. Legal title remains with the seller until the full purchase price is paid or the contract conditions are met. The buyer typically takes possession and lives in the property during the installment period. This is a form of seller financing covering both land and improvements. Therefore, the correct answer is B.

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Any change to the terms of an offer—regardless of how small—constitutes a rejection of the original offer and the creation of a counteroffer. In this case, the seller changed the earnest money amount, which is a material term of the offer. Therefore, the original offer is void and the seller has made a counteroffer that the buyer can now accept or reject. Correct answer: D.

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Under North Carolina agency rules,dual agencyis permissible only ifwritten informed consentis secured from both parties, and typically involvesdesignated agencyto avoid conflict of interest. Bernie could serve as thedesignated agentfor the seller (listing), and Mei could serve as thedesignated agentfor the buyer, each separately representing their client while the brokerage acts as dual agent at the firm level Option C accurately reflects this legal structure. Option A (non-designated dual agency) is rarely allowed, B leaves Bernie unrepresented for seller, and D improperly places one agent on both sides.

External obsolescence refers to a loss in property value caused by external factors beyond the property owner’s control. These could include undesirable neighboring properties, economic shifts, or environmental conditions. In this case, the unpleasant odor from the nearby chicken farm is an environmental factor reducing buyer interest. Therefore, the correct answer is B.

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Under NCREC rules, a broker must deposit any earnest money received (including cash) into the firm’s trust account within three banking days of receipt if the offer has been accepted. If the offer has not yet been accepted, the funds must be safeguarded and then deposited within three banking days following acceptance. Cash must be treated with particular care, and a detailed receipt should be provided. Therefore, the correct answer is C.

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According to NCREC rules, even when a seller selects “No Representation” on the RPOADS, the listing broker is obligated to disclose any material facts they know about the property to prospective buyers. A leaking basement is considered a material fact, and withholding that information would be a violation of license law and Commission rules. Therefore, the listing agent must disclose the leak to the buyer.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has established a recommended action level of 4.0 picocuries per liter (pCi/L) for radon gas in indoor air. If a home's radon level is at or above this threshold, mitigation is recommended to reduce exposure. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can pose serious health risks, particularly lung cancer. Therefore, the correct answer is C.

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The Conner Act in North Carolina requires that certain real estate documents (including deeds, leases over 3 years, and easements) must be recorded in order to be enforceable against third parties. Recording a deed provides constructive notice to the world that an ownership transfer has occurred. Constructive notice is a legal concept meaning everyone is deemed to know the facts once the document is publicly recorded. Therefore, the correct answer is B.

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An executory contract is one in which terms have been agreed upon, but some or all of the obligations have yet to be performed. For example, a purchase contract where the closing has not yet occurred is executory. An executed contract is one where all parties have completed their obligations. A voidable contract is valid unless canceled by one party due to a legal defect. An unenforceable contract cannot be upheld in court. Therefore, the correct answer is B.

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Capital gain is determined by subtracting theadjusted basis(original cost plus improvements minus depreciation) from theamount realized(selling price minus selling costs). This matchesAmount Realized – Adjusted Basisas per the Broker‑N Financing and Taxation section.