Most brokers will insert a protection clause in their listing contracts. This clause will usually allow:

• A. The listing of a house to automatically extend for an additional 30 days if the house is not sold during the agreed term or the listing
• B. A broker, who had procured a buyer before the expiration of the listing, to receive a commission even though negotiations were completed after the expiration date of the listing
• C. The listing agent has the first right of refusal in the event the house is not sold during the term of the listing
• D. none of the above are true

Answer: (B)