Massachusetts License Law

Massachusetts requires a license for which of the following activities?

AAn owner selling their own home
BA licensed attorney negotiating a real estate transaction as part of legal services
CA person soliciting offers to buy or sell real estate for compensation on behalf of others✓ Correct
DAn executor selling property from an estate they administer

Explanation

Massachusetts requires a real estate license for anyone who, for compensation, negotiates or solicits the purchase or sale of real estate on behalf of others. Exemptions exist for owners selling their own property, licensed attorneys acting in their legal capacity, and court-appointed fiduciaries.

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