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A Connecticut real estate broker, Angela, advertises her services online using a trade name that differs from her licensed brokerage name without registering the trade name with CREC. A buyer contacts Angela through the ad and later files a complaint. Under Connecticut law, which of the following is most accurate?

Correct Answer

D) Angela has violated Connecticut license law by using an unregistered trade name in real estate advertising.

Under CGS Chapter 392 and CREC regulations, Connecticut brokers who use a trade name must register that name with CREC. Advertising real estate services under an unregistered trade name violates Connecticut license law and can subject Angela to disciplinary action by CREC, including fines or license sanctions.

Answer Options
A
Angela may use any trade name as long as her personal name appears somewhere in the advertisement.
B
Angela has not violated any law because trade name advertising is protected commercial speech.
C
Angela has violated CUTPA but not Connecticut real estate license law, so CREC has no jurisdiction.
D
Angela has violated Connecticut license law by using an unregistered trade name in real estate advertising.

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