Massachusetts License Law

In Massachusetts, a real estate licensee may NOT pay a referral fee to:

AA licensed out-of-state broker for referring a client
BAn unlicensed person who is not a party to the transaction✓ Correct
CA Massachusetts-licensed salesperson at another brokerage
DA licensed Massachusetts broker at another firm

Explanation

Massachusetts law prohibits paying referral fees or any compensation for real estate services to unlicensed individuals. Only licensed real estate professionals may receive compensation for referrals or brokerage services.

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