Tennessee License Law

A Tennessee real estate firm operating under a fictitious business name must:

AObtain a separate TREC license for each fictitious name used
BEnsure the fictitious name is registered with the state and disclosed in all advertising✓ Correct
COnly use the principal broker's legal name in all transactions
DFile the fictitious name with the Tennessee Secretary of State within 30 days of first use

Explanation

Tennessee requires that fictitious business names be properly registered with the appropriate state office and disclosed in advertising. Real estate firms operating under trade names must ensure the name is not deceptive and that the principal broker's connection is clear.

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