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The Broker-in-Charge of a Columbia, South Carolina real estate firm unexpectedly resigns and leaves the state. The firm has 12 affiliated salespersons. Under South Carolina law, what must the firm do to allow its salespersons to continue conducting real estate activities?

Correct Answer

B) The firm must designate a new qualified Broker-in-Charge before affiliated licensees may continue to conduct real estate activities

Under S.C. Code Ann. § 40-57-360 and SCREC regulations, affiliated licensees cannot lawfully conduct real estate activities without a designated Broker-in-Charge in place. The firm must immediately designate a new qualified BIC. Without a BIC, the office cannot legally operate, and salespersons must cease conducting real estate business.

Answer Options
A
The most senior salesperson may temporarily act as BIC until a replacement is found
B
The firm must designate a new qualified Broker-in-Charge before affiliated licensees may continue to conduct real estate activities
C
The firm has 30 days to find a new BIC, and salespersons may continue working during that period
D
The firm must notify SCREC within 10 days, after which salespersons may continue for 60 days

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