Agency
A Texas agent receives an offer to present to their seller client. The offer is significantly below market value but has no contingencies. The agent should:
ADecline to present the offer since it is too low
BPresent the offer promptly and let the seller make the decision✓ Correct
CPresent the offer only if required by the seller in writing
DCounter the offer on the seller's behalf without presenting it
Explanation
TREC rules require agents to present all written offers to their clients promptly, regardless of the price or terms. The seller (not the agent) has the right to evaluate and decide whether to accept, counter, or reject any offer.
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