Florida License Law
Under FREC rules, a Florida broker may share earned commissions with:
AAny person who referred the buyer, licensed or not
BOnly licensed real estate brokers and associates, not unlicensed persons (with limited exceptions for employees on salary)✓ Correct
CAny third party upon written agreement
DUnlicensed referral agents in other states
Explanation
Florida law (Chapter 475 F.S.) prohibits paying commissions or fees to unlicensed persons for performing acts requiring a license. Brokers may share compensation with licensed brokers and associates, but generally not with unlicensed parties.
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