What is an example of an actual conflict?

An actual conflict arises when a situation directly affects a person's professional responsibilities or decision-making duties. In the context of condominium management, this could mean that a manager is in a situation where their personal interests or relationships may directly influence their ability to act in the best interests of the condominium corporation or its members.

For example, if a property manager has a financial stake in a company that is bidding for a contract to provide services to the condominium, this creates a direct conflict since the manager's duty to the residents to act transparently and fairly is compromised. Therefore, it is a conflict that exists in reality and can lead to ethical dilemmas or decision-making issues.

The other options describe potential or perceived issues, such as beliefs about conflicts or hypothetical future scenarios that do not have the same immediate and tangible implications on duties and responsibilities as an actual conflict does.