DRE & Licensing

Under California law, a licensed real estate salesperson may receive compensation ONLY from:

AThe buyer directly
BThe seller directly
CTheir employing broker✓ Correct
DEither party to the transaction

Explanation

Under California law, a licensed salesperson may only receive compensation (commissions, fees) from their employing broker — not directly from the buyer, seller, or any other party. The broker receives the compensation and then pays the salesperson their share.

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