Nevada License Law
Under NRS 645, what is a 'kickback' and why is it prohibited?
AA commission paid to a buyer's agent
BA secret fee, payment, or benefit received by a licensee for referring business to a service provider without the client's knowledge — prohibited because it compromises the agent's fiduciary duty✓ Correct
CA legitimate referral fee paid between licensed agents
DA bonus paid by a broker to a high-performing agent
Explanation
A kickback is a secret payment received by an agent in exchange for referring clients to a specific service provider (lender, title company, inspector). It is prohibited under NRS 645 and RESPA because it compromises the agent's duty to the client and may not represent the best service for the client.
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