Agency
In Texas, an agent who represents a buyer in a purchase and also represents the tenant in a lease of the same property at different times has:
AA direct conflict of interest in all cases
BNo inherent conflict as long as each representation is separate and proper disclosures are made✓ Correct
CA TREC violation requiring immediate disclosure to both parties
DAn automatic intermediary relationship
Explanation
Representing a buyer in a purchase and later representing a tenant in a lease of the same property are separate transactions. There is no inherent conflict as long as each representation is properly documented and any potential conflicts are disclosed.
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