Texas License Law
A Texas real estate licensee who represents a buyer in a transaction where the seller is paying the commission is representing:
ANo one, since the seller pays the commission
BThe seller, since the seller is the source of compensation
CThe buyer, regardless of who pays the commission✓ Correct
DBoth parties equally as a neutral intermediary
Explanation
In Texas, the source of compensation does not determine agency. A buyer's agent represents the buyer regardless of whether the commission is paid by the seller from proceeds. The agency relationship is established by agreement, not by who pays.
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