Ohio License Law
What is Ohio's law regarding the use of an assumed name (DBA) by a broker?
ABrokers cannot use assumed names
BBrokers may operate under an assumed name if registered with ODREPL and the Ohio Secretary of State✓ Correct
CAny assumed name is acceptable without registration
DAssumed names are only for salesperson teams
Explanation
Ohio brokers may operate under an assumed name (doing business as - DBA) but must register the name with ODREPL and comply with Ohio business name registration requirements with the Secretary of State. All advertising must be consistent with registered names.
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