Agency
In Vermont, 'multiple representation' (dual agency) requires that the agent cannot:
ADisclose material property defects to either party
BAdvocate for one party at the expense of the other or disclose confidential negotiating information of either party to the other✓ Correct
CPresent offers to the seller
DCommunicate with either party's attorney
Explanation
In a disclosed dual agency, the Vermont agent cannot advocate for one party at the expense of the other and cannot disclose either party's confidential negotiating information (such as the maximum the buyer will pay or the minimum the seller will accept) to the other party.
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