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A licensed managing broker allows an unlicensed individual to solicit clients, negotiate contracts, and operate the brokerage's day-to-day activities under the managing broker's license. Under the Illinois Real Estate License Act of 2000, which of the following best describes the managing broker's exposure?

Correct Answer

C) The managing broker is subject to discipline for aiding and abetting unlicensed practice and for allowing their license to be used to operate a brokerage without proper control

Under 225 ILCS 454/20-15(a), it is a specific ground for discipline for a licensee to aid, abet, or assist any person in engaging in real estate practice without a license. Additionally, allowing an unlicensed person to effectively operate a brokerage under a licensee's name violates the supervision and control requirements of the Act. Both violations expose the managing broker to disciplinary action by IDFPR, which may include license suspension or revocation.

Answer Options
A
No disciplinary exposure exists because the managing broker retains ultimate legal responsibility for all transactions
B
No disciplinary exposure exists because the unlicensed individual is not receiving a separate real estate license
C
The managing broker is subject to discipline for aiding and abetting unlicensed practice and for allowing their license to be used to operate a brokerage without proper control
D
Disciplinary exposure is limited to a fine if the unlicensed individual completes fewer than three transactions per year

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