Agency
A Virginia buyer's agent writes an offer on behalf of their client. The offer is rejected. The buyer's agent's fiduciary duties to their client:
AEnd upon rejection of the offer
BContinue for the duration of the buyer brokerage agreement✓ Correct
CAutomatically transfer to a new agent
DOnly apply during active negotiations
Explanation
Fiduciary duties continue for the duration of the representation agreement, not just during individual negotiations. The agent continues to owe loyalty, confidentiality, and other duties until the agreement expires.
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