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James holds an active Vermont real estate salesperson license. His broker, Sandra, decides to close her brokerage and surrenders her broker's license to the Vermont Real Estate Commission. If James does not immediately affiliate with another licensed broker, what is the status of his Vermont salesperson license?

Correct Answer

B) His license becomes inactive and he may not engage in real estate brokerage activities

Under 26 V.S.A. Chapter 41, a salesperson license is only valid when held under a licensed broker. If the sponsoring broker's license is surrendered or terminated, the salesperson's license becomes inactive. While inactive, James may not engage in any real estate brokerage activities. He must affiliate with a new licensed broker and have his license reactivated before resuming practice.

Answer Options
A
His license automatically converts to an inactive broker license until he passes the broker exam
B
His license becomes inactive and he may not engage in real estate brokerage activities
C
His license is immediately revoked by VREC for failure to maintain broker supervision
D
His license remains active for 90 days, allowing him time to find a new sponsoring broker

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Advertising regulations govern how real estate licensees may market properties and services, requiring truthful, non-deceptive advertising that includes proper identification of the brokerage.

Antitrust violations in real estate occur when competing brokerages or agents engage in practices that restrain trade, reduce competition, or harm consumers through collusion. These violations are governed by the Sherman Antitrust Act and can result in severe penalties.

Broker supervision is the legal obligation of a designated or managing broker to oversee and be accountable for the real estate activities of all salespersons and associate brokers operating under their license.

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