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A property owner in Georgia manages several rental units and collects rent without holding a real estate license. The owner claims no license is needed because the owner manages fewer than ten units. Which statement correctly describes how Georgia determines whether a real estate license is required?

Correct Answer

B) Whether a Georgia activity is exempt from licensure depends on fitting a specific statutory exception listed in O.C.G.A. § 43-40-29, not on an informal unit-count rule.

Under O.C.G.A. § 43-40-29, Georgia specifies particular statutory exceptions to the licensing requirement. Whether an activity is exempt depends on meeting the criteria of one of these enumerated exceptions—such as an owner managing their own property. There is no blanket 'ten units or fewer' exemption in the statute. The determination is based on the specific facts of the activity and whether a recognized statutory exception applies.

Answer Options
A
Georgia exempts property owners from licensure when managing their own property, regardless of unit count, because the exemption is based on ownership status rather than a numerical threshold.
B
Whether a Georgia activity is exempt from licensure depends on fitting a specific statutory exception listed in O.C.G.A. § 43-40-29, not on an informal unit-count rule.
C
Georgia law provides a blanket exemption from licensure for anyone managing fewer than ten residential rental units, whether or not they own the property.
D
The Georgia Real Estate Commission grants automatic exemptions based on the gross rental income generated by the units rather than the type of activity performed.

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