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Marcus is a licensed Michigan real estate salesperson who wants to advertise his services using the business name 'Marcus Homes Group' on yard signs and online. His employing broker is Summit Real Estate LLC. Which of the following best describes how Marcus may legally use this team name in Michigan advertising?

Correct Answer

B) Marcus may use 'Marcus Homes Group' provided that Summit Real Estate LLC is also clearly identified in the advertising

Michigan advertising rules permit salespersons and teams to use a team or group name in advertising, but the employing broker's name must still be clearly identified in all advertising materials. Using 'Marcus Homes Group' is permissible as long as Summit Real Estate LLC is also prominently disclosed, satisfying the requirement under MCL 339.2512 that the broker's identity be clear to the public.

Answer Options
A
Marcus may use 'Marcus Homes Group' only if he registers it as a separate brokerage with LARA-BPL
B
Marcus may use 'Marcus Homes Group' provided that Summit Real Estate LLC is also clearly identified in the advertising
C
Marcus may use 'Marcus Homes Group' freely because team names are not regulated under Michigan advertising rules
D
Marcus may not use any name other than his own legal name under Michigan advertising rules

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