Agency
Under Texas law, a sales agent who acts WITHOUT a written buyer representation agreement is presumed to represent:
AThe buyer exclusively
BNeither party
CThe seller's interests through the listing broker✓ Correct
DBoth parties equally
Explanation
Without a written buyer representation agreement, a sales agent working with a buyer is presumed to represent the seller through the listing broker relationship (subagency). This is why obtaining written buyer representation agreements is important.
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