AgencyIntermediateArizona Exam

Under Arizona law, a real estate salesperson who accepts a commission directly from a buyer or seller (rather than through their broker) is:

AActing within their rights as an independent contractor
BViolating license law—compensation must flow through the employing brokerCorrect
CPermitted if both parties consent
DPermitted if the broker approves in writing

Why Violating license law—compensation must flow through the employing broker Is Correct

Answer B: Violating license law—compensation must flow through the employing broker

Arizona law requires that all compensation for real estate services be paid through the employing broker, not directly to the salesperson. The broker then pays the salesperson per their compensation agreement.

Exam Tip: Agency

Agency questions are among the most tested on the exam. Focus on the difference between client and customer, and memorize the fiduciary duties (OLD CAR). Watch for questions that try to blur the line between a general agent and a special agent.

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