A licensee tells the Missouri Real Estate Commission that a broker is using escrow funds to conduct business without the permission of the parties involved. The Commission can

While the Commission may encourage education on trust accounts, requiring attendance at a seminar prior to a hearing does not address the immediate concern of misconduct. Educational seminars are preventative measures rather than direct actions against alleged unethical behavior.

Filing a complaint with the Administrative Hearing Commission is a step that typically occurs after the Commission has conducted its investigation and gathered sufficient evidence. Immediate filing without prior investigation would be premature and not aligned with standard procedural practices.

Probation is a disciplinary measure that is typically reserved for after an investigation has taken place and a finding of wrongdoing has been established. The Commission does not have the authority to impose probation unilaterally without first confirming the validity of the allegations through an investigation.