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Raymond holds an active Massachusetts real estate salesperson license affiliated with Broker Chen. Raymond completes all 12 hours of his continuing education and submits his renewal application on time. However, Broker Chen's broker license has lapsed and has not been renewed. Which of the following best describes the effect on Raymond's license renewal?

Correct Answer

A) Raymond's license renewal will be approved because his personal CE and application requirements are met, but he must affiliate with a new active broker before he can practice.

Raymond has met all personal requirements for renewal — completing 12 hours of CE and submitting a timely application — so his individual license can be renewed. However, a salesperson in Massachusetts must be affiliated with an actively licensed broker to engage in real estate brokerage activities. Because Broker Chen's license has lapsed, Raymond cannot legally practice under her until she renews. He must affiliate with a new active broker before conducting any real estate activities.

Answer Options
A
Raymond's license renewal will be approved because his personal CE and application requirements are met, but he must affiliate with a new active broker before he can practice.
B
Raymond's license renewal will be denied because a salesperson cannot renew a license while affiliated with a broker whose license has lapsed.
C
Raymond's license will automatically transfer to inactive status until Broker Chen renews her license.
D
Raymond's license renewal will be approved, and he may continue to practice independently until he finds a new broker.

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