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Salesperson Kevin receives a $5,000 earnest money check from a buyer he is representing. Under Connecticut law, what is Kevin's proper course of action regarding these funds?

Correct Answer

B) Kevin must promptly deliver the funds to his supervising broker, who is then responsible for depositing them into the trust account

Under Connecticut law (CGS §§ 20-312 and 20-324e), only a licensed broker — not a salesperson — may maintain a trust account. A salesperson who receives client funds must promptly deliver them to the supervising broker, who is then legally responsible for depositing the funds into the properly maintained trust account within three banking days.

Answer Options
A
Kevin may deposit the funds into his personal bank account and transfer them to the broker within one week
B
Kevin must promptly deliver the funds to his supervising broker, who is then responsible for depositing them into the trust account
C
Kevin must open a separate trust account in his own name and deposit the funds immediately
D
Kevin may hold the funds in a secured office safe until the purchase contract is fully executed by all parties

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Florida brokers are required to maintain transaction records and escrow records for a minimum of five years.

A tie-in arrangement is an illegal antitrust practice in which a seller conditions the purchase of one product or service on the buyer's agreement to purchase a separate product or service.

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