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An Oregon real estate brokerage has three licensees: Principal Broker Angela, Broker Sam, and Broker Nina. Angela suddenly passes away, leaving the office without a licensed Principal Broker. Sam and Nina both have active Broker licenses and want to continue serving their current clients. Under Oregon law, which of the following most accurately describes the situation?

Correct Answer

B) Sam and Nina must immediately cease all real estate activities until a new licensed Principal Broker is affiliated with the brokerage

Under ORS Chapter 696, a Broker must be supervised by a licensed Principal Broker to conduct any real estate activities. When the only Principal Broker of a brokerage is no longer available (due to death, license revocation, or other reasons), the affiliated Brokers lose their authorization to practice real estate. They must cease all real estate activities until a new Principal Broker is affiliated with the brokerage. There is no automatic grace period or temporary exemption.

Answer Options
A
Sam and Nina may continue practicing real estate for up to 90 days under a temporary exemption granted automatically upon the death of a Principal Broker
B
Sam and Nina must immediately cease all real estate activities until a new licensed Principal Broker is affiliated with the brokerage
C
Sam, as the more senior Broker, may assume supervisory responsibilities temporarily while Nina continues her client work
D
Sam and Nina may complete transactions already under contract but cannot initiate new client relationships until a new Principal Broker is in place

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