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Under Connecticut General Statutes Chapter 392, CREC has authority to discipline a licensed real estate salesperson for several types of misconduct. Which of the following is NOT a ground for CREC disciplinary action against a Connecticut licensee?

Correct Answer

D) Charging a commission rate higher than the rate recommended by the Connecticut Association of Realtors

Charging a commission rate higher than a rate 'recommended' by the Connecticut Association of Realtors is NOT a ground for CREC disciplinary action. Commission rates in Connecticut are freely negotiable between brokers and their clients; there is no legally mandated or maximum commission rate. The Connecticut Association of Realtors, as a private trade association, does not set legally enforceable commission rates. In fact, any agreement among brokers to fix commission rates would violate federal antitrust law.

Answer Options
A
Engaging in conduct that constitutes a violation of the Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act
B
Making a substantial misrepresentation to a party in a real estate transaction
C
Commingling client funds with the licensee's personal funds
D
Charging a commission rate higher than the rate recommended by the Connecticut Association of Realtors

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