Can I disclose confidential information in an ethics hearing or arbitration at my Local Board/Association of REALTORS? What about in a lawsuit to collect a commission owed to me?
It can be disclosed in these situations as long as the disclosure of the confidential information is necessary to defend yourself from an accusation of wrongful conduct or to establish your claim for a commission. 2) Q: I had a listing that expired. Now I represent a buyer who wishes to purchases that property. Am I prohibited from disclosing to my buyer/client any information that I learned from the seller during the listing? A: Yes. Ohio law provides that your duty of confidentiality continues even after your listing has expired. Therefore, you cannot share this information with the buyer if it is confidential.
