Which fiduciary duty remains even after the termination of the agency relationship?

The fiduciary duty that remains in effect even after the termination of the agency relationship is confidentiality. This duty entails that real estate agents and brokers are obligated to keep information related to their clients confidential, even after the transaction is complete and the agency relationship has ended. Maintaining confidentiality protects clients' private information and interests, reinforcing trust in the professional relationship throughout and beyond the duration of the agency.

In contrast, other duties such as obedience, care, and disclosure are tied closely to the active agency relationship. When the relationship concludes, these obligations are no longer enforceable. For instance, the duty of obedience compels agents to act according to the lawful instructions of their clients while the relationship is active, and ends once that relationship is dissolved. Similarly, the duty of care involves acting competently and with diligence during the transaction process. Once the relationship terminates, this duty also no longer applies. Lastly, the duty of disclosure pertains to informing the principal of relevant information during the agency and is no longer applicable following the end of the agency relationship. Thus, confidentiality stands apart as the ongoing obligation that continues to protect the client, ensuring their private information is secure indefinitely.