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RESPA prohibits certain practices in real estate settlement services. A title company pays a real estate agent $500 for each client the agent refers to the title company. Is this payment permitted under RESPA?

Correct Answer

A) No, because RESPA's Section 8 prohibits kickbacks and referral fees for the referral of settlement service business

RESPA Section 8 prohibits any fee, kickback, or thing of value paid in exchange for the referral of settlement service business. A title company paying an agent for referrals is a classic Section 8 violation.

Answer Options
A
No, because RESPA's Section 8 prohibits kickbacks and referral fees for the referral of settlement service business
B
Yes, as long as the agent discloses the payment to the buyer
C
Yes, because referral fees between settlement service providers are always legal
D
No, but only if the payment exceeds $1,000

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