Which of the following best describes a sub-agency relationship?

The correct choice emphasizes that a sub-agency relationship occurs when a licensee represents a client while simultaneously owing duties to another party. In the context of real estate, this typically means that a broker or agent takes on an additional role, serving the interests of one client (the principal) while also having responsibilities towards another party (such as the buyer or seller), often without direct consent from the latter.

This situation can arise in various scenarios, such as when a broker has a listing agreement with a seller and allows another licensee (acting as a sub-agent) to represent the interests of that seller but also has a duty to assist and provide information to potential buyers. The sub-agent must navigate their obligations carefully, balancing the interests of their primary client with the duties owed to the other party they are interacting with in the transaction.

The other choices do not accurately capture the essence of a sub-agency relationship. For example, acting as an intermediary or representing both a buyer and a seller doesn't inherently reflect the simultaneous duties owed to more than one party as described in the correct answer. Exclusively representing one party also does not involve the complexity of dual obligations that are characteristic of a sub-agency relationship. Thus, understanding these nuances is important for real estate professionals