Washington License Law
If a Washington real estate broker dies, the designated broker of the firm must:
AClose all pending transactions immediately
BNotify the DOL and wind down all transactions in an orderly manner✓ Correct
CTransfer all listings to another broker without client consent
DAutomatically terminate all listing agreements
Explanation
When a Washington broker dies, the designated broker must notify the DOL and take appropriate steps to wind down or transfer the deceased broker's transactions in an orderly manner, protecting the interests of all clients.
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