Agency
If an Oregon buyer's agent writes an offer significantly below the asking price at the buyer's request, and the seller is offended and refuses to counter, the buyer's agent has:
AViolated fiduciary duty by submitting an offer that could offend the seller
BFulfilled their duty to the buyer by submitting the buyer's requested offer✓ Correct
CCommitted an ethical violation by not recommending a higher offer
DCreated a dual agency situation
Explanation
A buyer's agent's duty is to the buyer — including presenting the buyer's offer as instructed, even if the agent believes it may be unsuccessful. An agent cannot substitute their judgment for the client's in deciding what offer to submit. The agent may advise the buyer of market conditions and the likelihood of acceptance, but ultimately must follow lawful client instructions. Submitting the buyer's requested offer — even a low one — fulfills, not violates, fiduciary duty.
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