Which of these is NOT a function of a special agent?

• A. Act as attorney for the client.
• B. Negotiate the terms of a deal.
• C. Provide strategic advice to the client.
• D. Disclose material facts to the client.

Answer: (A)

Special agents in a real estate transaction handle specific tasks to help complete the deal, including negotiating terms, providing strategic guidance to achieve the client’s goals, and disclosing known material facts to the client. These duties fall within what a licensed agent is expected to do to facilitate a transaction and protect the client’s interests. Acting as the client’s attorney, however, is outside the agent’s role. Legal representation and advice require a lawyer, who can draft and interpret contracts and handle legal issues. An agent can coordinate with counsel, but cannot substitute for legal counsel. That’s why acting as attorney for the client is not a function of a special agent.