Agency
A Texas real estate agent who helps a buyer write an offer significantly below the listing price is:
AViolating their duty to the seller
BAppropriately advocating for their buyer client's interests✓ Correct
CRequired to withdraw from the transaction
DActing as an intermediary without consent
Explanation
A buyer's agent has a fiduciary duty to advocate for their buyer client's best interests, which includes helping them negotiate the most favorable terms possible. Presenting a low offer is entirely appropriate buyer representation. The agent owes no duty to the seller (who has their own listing agent) to present only high offers.
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