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When a licensed real estate salesperson in Pennsylvania changes employment from one broker to another, the agent is REQUIRED to

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Pay the required fee and submit the application to the Commission.

When a licensed real estate salesperson in Pennsylvania changes employment from one broker to another, it is mandatory for the agent to pay the required fee and submit the application to the Commission in order to formally transfer their license.

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

While continuing education is an important requirement for maintaining a real estate license, it is not a prerequisite for changing employment between brokers. The obligation to show proof of continuing education applies during license renewals rather than during a change of employment.

B (notify the Commission before making the change) YOUR ANSWER

Although it is good practice to keep the Commission informed, the notification is typically part of the application process rather than a separate requirement to notify them prior to changing brokers. The official process involves submitting the application along with the required fee.

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

A signed release from the current broker is not a requirement established by the Commission for transferring between brokers. While it may be beneficial for the salesperson to have such a release for their own records or to maintain professional relationships, it is not a mandated step in the official change process.

Conclusion

In Pennsylvania, when a licensed real estate salesperson changes employment, the essential requirement is to pay the necessary fee and submit the application to the Commission. This formalizes the transfer of their license to the new broker. Other actions, such as showing proof of continuing education, notifying the Commission beforehand, or obtaining a signed release from the current broker, are not mandatory steps in this process and do not fulfill the official requirement for changing employment.

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