Question 28

A licensed real estate salesperson in Pennsylvania is REQUIRED to pay the required fee and submit the application to the Commission when changing employment from one broker to another.

When a licensed real estate salesperson in Pennsylvania changes employment, it is mandatory to pay the required fee and submit an application to the Commission to formally process the change.

A) show proof of completion of at least 14 hours of continuing education in the past year

This option is incorrect as there is no requirement for a salesperson to show proof of continuing education in relation to changing brokers. Continuing education is important for maintaining licensure, but it is not a prerequisite for employment changes.

B) notify the Commission before making the change

While notifying the Commission may be a good practice, it is not explicitly required for the change of employment. The formal process involves submitting an application and paying the fee rather than mere notification.

C) obtain a signed release from the salesperson's current broker

This option is also incorrect since obtaining a signed release from the current broker is not a formal requirement in Pennsylvania for changing brokers, despite it being a common courtesy in some situations.

D) pay the required fee and submit the application to the Commission

This option is correct because Pennsylvania law mandates that a licensed salesperson must pay the appropriate fee and submit an application to the Commission when transferring to another broker. This process ensures that the change is officially recognized and documented.

Conclusion

The requirement to pay the fee and submit an application is a critical step in the employment transition process for real estate salespersons in Pennsylvania, ensuring compliance with state regulations. All other options fail to address the formal procedural requirements established by the Commission for such employment changes.