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Robert is applying for a Washington broker license and discloses that he previously held a real estate license in Nevada that was revoked three years ago for misrepresentation. The Washington DOL receives his application. Under RCW Chapter 18.85, how will the prior Nevada revocation most likely affect Robert's Washington application?

Correct Answer

D) The DOL may deny, condition, or restrict Robert's Washington license based on the prior out-of-state revocation

Under RCW 18.85.361, the DOL has authority to deny, suspend, revoke, or impose conditions on a Washington license if the applicant has had a professional license revoked, suspended, or otherwise disciplined in another state. A prior revocation in Nevada for misrepresentation — a conduct directly related to real estate practice — is a significant factor the DOL will consider. The DOL has discretion to deny the application, grant it with conditions, or grant it outright after reviewing the circumstances. It is not an automatic denial, but the prior revocation is a serious adverse factor.

Answer Options
A
The prior Nevada revocation has no bearing on the Washington application because it occurred in a different state
B
The DOL will automatically deny the application because any prior license revocation in any state is a permanent bar
C
The DOL will grant the license but place Robert on a two-year probationary period due to the prior revocation
D
The DOL may deny, condition, or restrict Robert's Washington license based on the prior out-of-state revocation

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Commingling is the illegal act of mixing client funds with a broker's personal or business operating funds, while conversion is the unauthorized use of client funds for the broker's own benefit. Both are serious violations that can result in license revocation.

Commingling is the illegal act of mixing client trust funds with a broker's personal or business operating funds; conversion is the misappropriation of those funds.

Continuing education (CE) refers to the ongoing coursework that licensed real estate professionals must complete during each renewal cycle to maintain an active license. CE ensures agents stay current with changes in laws, regulations, and industry practices.

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