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Grace is a licensed Oregon Principal Broker who operates her own real estate office, Summit Realty. She wants to open a second office location across town. Under Oregon law, what must Grace do to legally operate the second office?

Correct Answer

B) Obtain a branch office license from OREA and designate a licensed Principal Broker to manage the branch

Under ORS Chapter 696 and Oregon Administrative Rules, a real estate business operating from more than one physical location must obtain a branch office license from OREA for each additional location. Each branch office must have a designated licensed Principal Broker responsible for supervising the activities conducted at that location.

Answer Options
A
Hire a licensed Oregon Broker to manage the second office on her behalf
B
Obtain a branch office license from OREA and designate a licensed Principal Broker to manage the branch
C
Register the second location as a separate business entity with the Oregon Secretary of State
D
Notify OREA of the second location in writing within 30 days of opening

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