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Under Minn. Stat. Ch. 82, the Minnesota Department of Commerce may take disciplinary action against a licensed real estate broker or salesperson for several types of conduct. Which of the following is NOT a recognized ground for disciplinary action under Chapter 82?

Correct Answer

D) Charging a commission rate higher than the rate suggested by a local real estate association

Charging a commission rate higher than a rate 'suggested' by a local real estate association is NOT a ground for disciplinary action under Minn. Stat. Ch. 82. In fact, commission rates in Minnesota (and throughout the United States) are freely negotiable between the broker and the client. Local associations do not set mandatory commission rates, and charging more or less than any suggested rate is entirely lawful. Imposing fixed commission rates would violate federal antitrust law (Sherman Act).

Answer Options
A
Commingling client funds with the licensee's personal funds
B
Making a substantial misrepresentation about a property to a buyer
C
Failing to renew a license before the expiration date
D
Charging a commission rate higher than the rate suggested by a local real estate association

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