Texas License Law
Under updated TREC and NAR rules effective 2024, a Texas buyer's agent must have a signed buyer representation agreement BEFORE:
ASubmitting an offer on behalf of the buyer
BTouring or showing a property with the buyer✓ Correct
CDiscussing general market conditions with a prospective buyer
DAttending an open house
Explanation
Under updated NAR rules (effective August 17, 2024) and related TREC guidance, buyer's agents must have a written, signed buyer representation agreement specifying compensation before touring properties with a buyer.
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