Pennsylvania License Law
The Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission has the authority to:
ASet maximum commission rates for all Pennsylvania real estate transactions
BPromulgate regulations, conduct hearings, and discipline licensees under RELRA✓ Correct
COverride local zoning ordinances that affect real estate sales
DApprove all real estate advertising before publication
Explanation
PREC has the authority to adopt and enforce regulations under RELRA, investigate complaints, conduct disciplinary hearings, revoke and suspend licenses, and impose civil penalties. PREC cannot set commission rates (this would violate antitrust law) or override local zoning.
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