A buyer asked a licensee about a property listed by another brokerage firm. After talking to the buyer, the licensee declined to show the property. Which of the following, if true, is a valid reason for the licensee's decision

While the history of the property may influence a buyer's interest, it does not serve as a valid reason for a licensee to decline showing the property. The licensee is not legally obligated to disclose such information unless specifically asked, and declining to show based on this factor may reflect personal bias rather than professional judgment.

Personal preferences regarding neighborhood demographics do not constitute a valid reason to decline showing a property. A licensee should assist buyers in exploring various options regardless of their preferences for specific neighborhood characteristics, ensuring they have access to all suitable properties.

The affiliation of the listing broker with a local board does not impact a licensee's duty to show properties to buyers. The licensee must work within legal and ethical guidelines, and the status of the listing broker should not influence their decision to decline showing a property.