Agency
Under Texas law, an agent who represents a buyer in purchasing their own listing (without setting up an intermediary relationship) would be:
APermitted with verbal disclosure to both parties
BActing as an undisclosed dual agent, which is prohibited without proper intermediary disclosure and consent✓ Correct
CPermitted since the agent knows both parties
DRequired to refer the buyer to another agent in the office
Explanation
Representing both seller (as listing agent) and buyer in the same transaction without proper intermediary disclosure and written consent from both parties is prohibited under Texas law. Failure to disclose and obtain consent creates an undisclosed dual agency relationship.
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