Which scenario most accurately describes an instance of multiple representation in Ontario?

Question: Which scenario most accurately describes an instance of multiple representation in Ontario?

Answer options: ✅ A salesperson represents a seller, and another salesperson from the same brokerage represents a buyer for the same property.

• A salesperson represents a buyer, and that buyer is also considering private sales not listed with any brokerage.
• A salesperson represents a seller, and another salesperson from a different brokerage represents a buyer for the same property.
• A salesperson provides general market information to several potential buyers, none of whom have signed a representation agreement.

Correct answer: A salesperson represents a seller, and another salesperson from the same brokerage represents a buyer for the same property.

Explanation: Multiple representation occurs when a brokerage, through one or more of its salespersons, represents more than one client in the same transaction. This typically happens when different salespersons within the same brokerage represent both the buyer and the seller for a single property, as defined under REBBA, 2002.