Agency
A Texas buyer's agent is showing property to a client when the client reveals they can pay up to $50,000 more than their offer price. This information is:
APublic information the agent should share with all parties
BConfidential information the agent must not disclose to the seller✓ Correct
CRequired to be disclosed under TREC's intermediary rules
DOnly protected if stated in the representation agreement
Explanation
A buyer's agent owes fiduciary-like duties (including confidentiality) to their client. Information about the buyer's maximum willingness to pay is confidential and must not be disclosed to the seller or seller's agent. Disclosing it would be a breach of the agent's duty to their client.
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