A real estate broker hired by a client buyer to locate a property must comply with all EXCEPT which of the following?

When a real estate broker is hired by a buyer, the primary obligation is to the buyer, which includes following the buyer's demands within the boundaries of the law and ethical practice. However, the broker does not have the responsibility to comply with the seller's instructions, as their fiduciary duty lies with the buyer. This means that while the broker should work to represent the buyer's interests, they are not obligated to follow instructions from the seller, which may be related to the sale process or other aspects of the property.

Confidential information regarding the buyer's finances is protected, and the broker must respect this confidentiality as part of their duty to the buyer. Additionally, compliance with local zoning laws is essential for a broker to ensure that any property is used legally and as intended. Therefore, the broker's obligation to comply with the seller's instructions is the area where they do not have to comply, making it the correct choice in this scenario.