What is the primary purpose of a broker protection clause?

The primary purpose of a broker protection clause is to secure the agent's commission. This provision is typically included in listings to protect the broker’s right to receive compensation for their efforts in bringing about a sale, ensuring that if the property sells to a buyer introduced by the broker within a specific time frame, the broker will receive their commission. This ultimately incentivizes brokers to fully engage in the marketing and sale process, knowing their commission is safeguarded.

When considering the other options, ensuring buyer confidentiality, allowing for property showings, and limiting seller liabilities are important aspects of real estate transactions but do not encapsulate the fundamental objective of a broker protection clause. Such confidentiality and legal protections typically arise from other parts of contracts or agreements in real estate practices rather than from this specific clause.