An owner selling his house himself goes with a buyer to a Missouri real estate office to ask the broker to prepare their sales contract. In this situation, the broker should

This choice is incorrect as the broker cannot engage in the transaction without a formal agreement or representation from either party. Charging a fee implies a level of service and representation that is not applicable here, as the broker is not acting on behalf of either the seller or buyer.

This option is also incorrect because the broker is not authorized to handle the transaction at all. Even if she were to waive her fee, she still cannot legally represent any party unless there is a valid brokerage agreement in place.

While this choice suggests a potential for transaction handling, it is incorrect because the broker must first have a representation agreement with the seller. Simply requesting a commission does not alter the broker's inability to act without proper engagement from either party.