Virginia License Law
Under Virginia law, a real estate licensee who receives a referral from an out-of-state broker for a Virginia buyer may pay a referral fee to the out-of-state broker if:
AOnly if the out-of-state broker is also licensed in Virginia
BThe fee is paid to the out-of-state broker's brokerage, not directly to an individual✓ Correct
CThe fee is under $1,000
DNever — cross-state referral fees are prohibited
Explanation
Virginia allows referral fees to out-of-state brokerages (not individuals) for referring clients. The fee must be paid to the out-of-state brokerage entity, not to an individual who may not hold a Virginia license.
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