What is the status of Mark's entitlement to a commission after the seller withdraws acceptance of a buyer's offer?

In real estate transactions, entitlement to a commission typically hinges on the terms outlined in the listing agreement and the actions taken by the parties involved. When a seller withdraws acceptance of a buyer's offer, if a broker has already facilitated a ready, willing, and able buyer, the broker may still be entitled to a commission.

The rationale behind this lies in the broker's role in the transaction. The broker earns a commission primarily for bringing buyers and sellers together and facilitating the sale, regardless of whether the sale ultimately goes through. If the seller decided to withdraw the acceptance after the broker's work, it does not negate the broker's entitlement to the commission as per the listing agreement, assuming no specific terms state otherwise.

This understanding aligns with standard practices wherein the broker's right to commission is secured once a valid offer is presented and considered, even if subsequent actions by the seller terminate that offer. In this scenario, Mark would be entitled to collect a commission for his efforts in bringing a buyer to the seller, regardless of the seller's decision to retract the offer.