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James is a licensed Minnesota salesperson who also holds a personal real estate investment company called 'JR Properties LLC.' He wants to place a yard sign on a property he personally owns and is selling himself. The sign reads 'For Sale by Owner — JR Properties LLC — Call James.' Under Minnesota advertising rules, which statement is most accurate?

Correct Answer

A) The sign must include the name of James's sponsoring broker because he is a licensed salesperson

Under Minn. Stat. Ch. 82, a licensed salesperson must disclose their licensed status in all real estate advertising, including when selling property they personally own. Because James holds a salesperson license, any advertising related to real property — even his own — must identify his sponsoring broker. A salesperson cannot operate independently; all advertising must be conducted under the broker's umbrella.

Answer Options
A
The sign must include the name of James's sponsoring broker because he is a licensed salesperson
B
The sign must include James's license number but not necessarily his broker's name
C
The sign is compliant because James is selling his own property and need not disclose his license
D
The sign is compliant because JR Properties LLC is a registered business entity

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A tie-in arrangement is an illegal antitrust practice in which a seller conditions the purchase of one product or service on the buyer's agreement to purchase a separate product or service.

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