Maine License Law
A Maine real estate licensee who pays a referral fee to an unlicensed person is:
AActing legally if the referral fee is under $500
BViolating Maine license law✓ Correct
CRequired to obtain a written agreement only
DAllowed to pay referrals to family members only
Explanation
Paying compensation (referral fees, kickbacks) to unlicensed persons for referring real estate business is a violation of Maine license law, which prohibits unlicensed persons from receiving compensation for real estate services.
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