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Broker Washington wants to retire and close her brokerage. She has 5 sponsored sales agents. Under TREC rules, what are Washington's obligations before closing?

Correct Answer

D) Washington must notify TREC and her sponsored agents of the closure, and the agents must find new sponsoring brokers or their licenses will become inactive

Under TREC rules, a broker who is closing a brokerage must notify TREC and inform all sponsored agents. The agents must then find new sponsoring brokers. If they do not secure new sponsorship, their licenses become inactive.

Answer Options
A
Washington must transfer all sponsored agents to another brokerage of her choosing before closing
B
Washington may close the brokerage at any time without notifying anyone, as this is a private business decision
C
Washington must obtain TREC's permission before closing and pay a $5,000 closure fee
D
Washington must notify TREC and her sponsored agents of the closure, and the agents must find new sponsoring brokers or their licenses will become inactive

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