Minnesota License Law
A Minnesota broker wants to compensate a referral from an out-of-state broker. RESPA requirements and Minnesota law allow:
ANo referral fees between brokers from different states
BReferral fees between licensed brokers from any state, as long as the receiving broker has a Minnesota license✓ Correct
CReferral fees only if both brokers are members of NAR
DReferral fees paid directly to the referring broker's agents, not the broker
Explanation
RESPA allows referral fees between real estate licensees as long as both parties are licensed. Minnesota allows referral fee agreements with out-of-state brokers when the out-of-state broker is licensed in their state and the payment complies with RESPA.
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