Agency
A Texas listing broker's agent shows a property to an unrepresented buyer. The agent should inform the buyer that:
AThe agent represents the buyer because the seller is their client
BThe agent represents the seller and cannot provide advice favoring the buyer✓ Correct
CThe agent acts as a neutral intermediary automatically
DThe buyer should rely entirely on the seller's agent
Explanation
A seller's agent represents the seller and owes fiduciary duties to the seller. When working with an unrepresented buyer, the agent must disclose their role (via IABS) and make clear they cannot provide advice that would disadvantage their seller client.
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