Louisiana License Law

A Louisiana broker may share commission with an out-of-state broker who referred a buyer if:

AThe out-of-state broker is not licensed anywhere
BThe out-of-state broker holds a valid license in their home state and the referral fee is paid to the brokerage, not directly to an unlicensed person✓ Correct
CBoth brokers agree in writing without LREC approval
DThe out-of-state broker has lived in Louisiana for at least one year

Explanation

Louisiana brokers may pay referral fees to out-of-state licensees who hold valid licenses in their home state, as long as the fee is paid to the licensed brokerage entity — not to an unlicensed individual.

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