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Oregon Broker Kevin is working on a transaction where his Principal Broker, Linda, is unavailable for two weeks due to a family emergency. Kevin's client needs to close on a property during that time. Another licensed Broker in Linda's office, Tom, offers to supervise Kevin's transaction while Linda is away. Under Oregon law, which of the following is most accurate?

Correct Answer

A) Only a licensed Principal Broker may provide the required supervision; Tom, as a Broker, cannot supervise Kevin

Under ORS Chapter 696, supervision of a Broker must be provided by a licensed Principal Broker. A Broker like Tom does not have the legal authority to supervise another Broker's activities, regardless of experience or seniority. Linda would need to arrange for another licensed Principal Broker to provide coverage, or the brokerage would need to designate an acting Principal Broker.

Answer Options
A
Only a licensed Principal Broker may provide the required supervision; Tom, as a Broker, cannot supervise Kevin
B
Kevin may complete the transaction independently since it was already in progress before Linda's absence
C
Tom may supervise Kevin's transaction because both hold active Oregon Broker licenses
D
Kevin must place his license on inactive status until Linda returns and can resume supervision

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