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Under the New Jersey Real Estate License Act, which of the following individuals is required to hold a real estate license in order to legally perform the described activity?

Correct Answer

D) An unlicensed individual who advertises and negotiates the lease of an apartment for compensation on behalf of a landlord

Under N.J.S.A. 45:15-3, any person who negotiates or attempts to negotiate the leasing of real property for compensation on behalf of another must hold a real estate license. An unlicensed individual advertising and negotiating apartment leases for a landlord in exchange for compensation is engaging in licensed activity without a license, which is a violation of the License Act.

Answer Options
A
An attorney who negotiates a real estate contract on behalf of a client as part of their legal representation
B
A property manager employed by a single owner to manage that owner's portfolio of residential properties for a salary
C
A licensed auctioneer who conducts a real estate auction under contract with a licensed real estate broker
D
An unlicensed individual who advertises and negotiates the lease of an apartment for compensation on behalf of a landlord

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