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A series of multiple-choice questions and answers related to real estate principles, focusing on agency relationships, contracts, and legal aspects of real estate transactions. it covers topics such as listing agreements, dual agency, commission structures, and legal responsibilities of real estate agents. The questions are designed to test understanding of key concepts and legal implications in real estate practice. the detailed answers provide valuable insights into the complexities of real estate law and ethics, making it a useful resource for students and professionals alike. This resource is particularly helpful for those preparing for real estate licensing exams or seeking to deepen their understanding of real estate transactions.
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A salesperson listed a property for $68,000. Soon thereafter, another property that had also listed for $68,000 sold for $75,000. The salesperson should: A. tell the owner, as he had obviously made a mistake in the estimate of market price B. tell the owner that another had sold for $75, C. NOT tell the owner because he should not admit that he made an error, as he would get in trouble with his broker D. tell the owner because if it sells for $75,000, the commission would go up B. tell the owner that another had sold for $75, Broker Bob listed two properties and arranged for an exchange of the properties. Which is true? A. this could only be done if they are both debt free B. broker Bob would typically be due the full commission on both properties C. the commissions would be added together and broker Bob would get one half
D. there is no commission on an exchange B. broker Bob would typically be due the full commission on both properties One of the significant differences between an employee and an independent contractor is that: A. an independent contractor does not need an affiliation agreement with the broker B. an employer must pay an unemployment tax for each employee C. only the independent contractor can have draws against future commissions D. only the independent contractor has social security withheld from his or her commission checks B. an employer must pay an unemployment tax for each employee When a salesperson is negotiating a listing contract, she learns that the seller has an assumable loan. Should she discuss with the seller ways to assist a buyer in financing the property? A. no, because if the seller's loan is assumed, the seller will always remain in a vulnerable position B. no, because financing part of the purchase price would place the seller in a vulnerable position C. yes, because every seller's equity in his/her property must be reduced to avoid capital gains taxes
B. a broker, who had procured a buyer before the expiration of the listing, to receive a commission even though negotiations were completed after the expiration date of the listing C. the listing agent has the first right of refusal in the event the house is not sold during the term of the listing D. none of the above are true B. a broker, who had procured a buyer before the expiration of the listing, to receive a commission even though negotiations were completed after the expiration date of the listing Salesperson Dole was licensed under broker Carr but sold a property that was listed by broker Faulk. From whom would salesperson Dole collect a commission? A. broker Carr only B. broker Faulk only C. bother broker Carr and Faulk D. the owner of the property A. broker Carr only Buyer Burke has authorized broker Rand to purchase a property on his behalf. What kind of agent is broker Rand? A. general agent B. special agent C. universal agent
D. secret agent B. special agent Which is the best example of functional obsolescence? A. residential home built next to a meat processing plant B. a roof that is severely sun damaged C. a three bedroom home with one and a half baths and a single car carport D. residential home with central heating and air conditioning C. a three bedroom home with one and a half baths and a single car carport Adjustments for advantageous financing would be made in the: A. market comparison approach to appraisal B. cost approach to appraisal C. income approach to appraisal D. capitalization approach to appraisal A. market comparison approach to appraisal A market where there is an excess of supply over demand is known as a:
A broker had an exclusive right to sell agency listing. In order to collect the commission, he must: A. prove he was the procuring agent B. prove he was licensed at the time of the sale C. prove he had a ready, willing, and able buyer that met the seller's terms D. all of the above B. prove he was licensed at the time of the sale A broker estimated the property lines by stating it ran between two trees in the back yard. After closing, the buyer found it was over six feet off. Is the broker liable? A. no, he gave an estimate B. no, the buyer should have gotten a survey C. yes, he made a statement which he realized could be false D. yes, the broker should have surveyed the property himself C. yes, he made a statement which he realized could be false Smith has an exclusive listing with broker Jones for $220,000. Jones finds a buyer who wants representation and Jones represents both Smith and the buyer, verbally disclosing that he is now representing both as clients. Has Jones violated license law?
A. yes, because this is sub agency B. yes, because this is undisclosed dual agency C. no, because he disclosed to all parties that neither had to consent to dual agency D. no, because he disclosed to all parties that his actions may be adverse to either party, however he would not divulge confidential information B. yes, because this is undisclosed dual agency A buyer and seller sign an agreement to change the contract to close on May 1 instead of May 2. This is a(n): A. addendum B. special stipulation C. amendment D. clause C. amendment When a person, upon payment of a consideration, has an obligation to buy land at a fixed price within a specified period of time, his right could be described as: A. a right of first refusal B. an option C. a sales contract
When is the correct time for the salesperson to get the proper legal description of the seller's property? A. when filling out the offer B. when filling out the sales contract C. when filling out the listing D. any time before closing C. when filling out the listing A seller wants to list the property with a broker, but wants to avoid paying any commission should the seller be fortunate enough to sell the property. himself. Which of the following should the seller avoid signing? A. an exclusive agency listing B. an exclusive right to sell listing C. an open listing D. all listings B. an exclusive right to sell listing Mr. Smith listed his farm with broker Bob. Although Smith did not tell him, Bob knew he had to sell due to poor health. What should Bob tell potential buyers? A. tell them of the illness only if they ask, but not the need to sell B. tell them of the need to sell to insure a quick sale
C. do not tell them even though it appears that Smith's death is imminent D. in order to sell quickly, tell them that the seller is ill because death would cancel the listing C. do not tell them even though it appears that Smith's death is imminent In a cooperative sale, where the listing broker and the selling broker represent the seller, the selling broker has which of the following relationships? A. agent of the listing broker B. sub agent of the listing broker C. agent of the seller D. sub agent of the buyer A. agent of the listing broker Sue acquires an option to buy a tract of land from Pete. which of the following is NOT true? A. Sue is the optionee and Pete is the optionor B. the property may be purchased at the discretion of the optionee C. Pete may not diminish the value of the property (waste) during the period the option is in effect D. Pete may not sell the property to anyone else during the period the option is in effect
Which documents must be in writing to be enforceable according to the statute of frauds? A. leases over a year old B. real estate sales contracts C. deeds D. all of the above D. all of the above Seller Jane negotiates a sales contract with buyer Bill, but before signing the contract, she contacts buyer Mike to see if he wants to buy it before Bill does. Mike probably had: A. an option B. a right of first refusal C. a listing agreement D. both B and C B. a right of first refusal Which of the following actions is the Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC) authorized to carry out through the provisions of the Georgia Real Estate Law? A. fine an individual up to $5,000 operating in the capacity of a broker, without a license
B. fine a broker up to $1,000 for multiple violations C. fine a licensee up to $5,000 for one conviction of moral turpitude D. refuse to issue a license to an applicant who falsified an application D. refuse to issue a license to an applicant who falsified an application In dual agency, the consent form must contain all of the following except? A. a lot and block legal description of the property B. a statement that the client does not have to consent to the dual agency C. a statement that the agent will disclose all adverse known material facts D. a statement that the agent will disclose any material relationships A. a lot and block legal description of the property A man had rented a place to live but had stayed beyond his lease without the owner's consent. This would be: A. an estate at sufferance B. an estate at will C. a periodic tenancy D. a tenancy for years A. an estate at sufferance
C. plat of survey or lot and block survey D. measurement by metes and bounds D. measurement by metes and bounds Sam and Emma both used a driveway located on the boundary line between their two properties. When Sam died, would his heirs have the right to use the driveway? A. no, this right is not transferable B. no, this is an easement in gross and would not be transferable C. yes, this is an appurtenant easement and is inheritable D. yes, but they would have to pay Emma for her loss C. yes, this is an appurtenant easement and is inheritable How may a husband and wife take title to real estate in Georgia? A. joint tenants B. tenants by the entireties C. tenants in common D. either A or C D. either A or C
ABC Incorporated was organized with five stockholders. How would ABC Incorporated the title to property? A. tenants in common B. tenants by the entirety C. joint tenants D. severalty D. severalty When is commission normally payable? A. upon the broker bringing a ready, willing, and able buyer B. upon closing C. upon presentation of the offer D. three days after closing B. upon closing Besides the seller, who may sign a real estate listing agreement? A. the broker only B. any salesperson or broker
B. a buyer contracted with a broker to purchase all properties put up for sale in that county An owner of a large estate told a broker he did not want an open house held on this property and wanted advertising in a national magazine only. Is this allowable? A. yes, the seller is responsible for planning all marketing of the property B. yes, the broker works for the seller and must follow all legal instructions of the seller C. no, the broker has the right to hold the house open at his own discretion D. no, the owner cannot limit the broker's ability to earn a commission B. yes, the broker works for the seller and must follow all legal instructions of the seller A lender would require a blanket mortgage in which of the following circumstances? A. if the borrower was going to use several unencumbered properties as security B. if there was a mortgage clause stating that upon default, it would become a general lien C. if the lender made the loan to encompass all of the borrower's debts D. none of the above A. if the borrower was going to use several unencumbered properties as security
Which loan will give a borrower the lowest monthly payment? A. 10% interest, 20 year term B. 10% interest, 25 year term C. 11% interest, 20 year term D. 11% interest, 25 year term B. 10% interest, 25 year term Which factor would influence a lender LEAST in making a loan? A. the present value and future value of the property B. the income and income potential of the borrower C. the borrower's need of financial assistance D. the attractiveness of other investments C. the borrower's need of financial assistance A homeowner with a mortgage replaced it with a new mortgage 3% lower in interest and obtained extra funds to make investments. This is called: A. subordination