Property Management
A NH property manager who accepts a kickback from a contractor in exchange for directing repair work is:
AEngaging in normal business practice
BViolating fiduciary duties to the owner and possibly committing commercial bribery✓ Correct
COnly violating the terms of the management agreement
DActing within legal bounds if the kickback is under $500
Explanation
Accepting kickbacks from contractors violates the property manager's fiduciary duty of loyalty to the owner (as the principal) and may constitute commercial bribery or fraud. It also likely drives up repair costs for the owner.
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