Rhode Island License Law
A Rhode Island licensee who wants to claim a commission in court must prove which of the following?
AThey showed the property at least three times
BThey hold or held a valid license at the time the services were rendered and have a written listing or buyer agency agreement✓ Correct
CThey are a member of the local association of Realtors
DThey worked for the seller for more than 90 days
Explanation
To enforce a commission claim in Rhode Island, a broker must prove they held a valid license at the time services were provided and that there is a valid written employment (listing or buyer agency) agreement. Without both, the commission claim fails.
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