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1
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Agricultural property management is the only PM specialty where you might be expected to what?

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manage a staff of specialists

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The Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act

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sets standards for improving oral lease agreements

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The agent owes what duty ONLY to the client?

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obedience

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4
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To avoid charges of price fixing, licensees must

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refrain from talking as if they have discussed fees with licensees from other firms

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5
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If Tom has monthly income of $3,000 and his wife’s monthly income is $3,500 what is the estimated max loan payment they would qualify for under the FHA guidelines?

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29% - max
$3,000 + $3,500 = $6,500
$6,500 x 29% = $1,885

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6
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How can a licensee be at risk when disclosing an agency relationship?

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if the licensee fails to inform and disclose properly

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7
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How would a neighborhood transitioning from residential to some other use affect a home’s estimated selling price?

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it could increase or decrease the selling price, depending on what kind of use the area is moving to

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8
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Where does someone go to file a complaint that a licensee-member has violated the Code of Ethics?

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The local REALTOR board or association

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9
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When a contract is unenforceable, a court will not

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compel a party to perform their end of the contract

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10
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When entering into an executive buyer representation agreement, the licensee must advise the buyer in writing that

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the buyer should contact only the licensee to arrange property viewings

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11
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Within ___ from the date a broker’s original license was issued, the broker must complete 120 class room hours of real estate education to renew the license

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3 years

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12
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A counteroffer is

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the rejection of an offer and a simultaneous new offer

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13
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What is not a required disclosure by either seller or agent?

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earthquake zone

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14
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what are the 2 ways escrow funds are most often mishandled?

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commingling and conversion

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15
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most real estate licensees specialize in what type of property?

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residential property

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16
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In TN a real estate licensee may be charged with the unauthorized practice of law for

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charging a fee for helping a client draw up an option contract

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17
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When several houses that are equal in seize, quality and appeal are for sale, the valuation principle that says a buyer will not pay more for one than for another is called?

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substitution

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18
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wheat type of document may a real estate licensee prepare without being guilty of unauthorized practice of law?

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Sales agreements

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19
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what is secondary financing?

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a loan to cover purchase costs that are not covered by the primary loan

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20
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Failure to correctly compete forms is a violation by the ____ and not the ____

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licensee, sponsoring broker

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21
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When code of ethics violation complaint goes to a Grievance Committee, the committee has the authority to

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dismiss the complaint

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22
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It is _____ for a real estate licensee to pay a commission to an unlicensed individual or company

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unlawful

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23
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A license is issued on September 1, 2020. What will it expire if not renewed?

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September 1, 2022

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24
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When using forms with clients the agent should never

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charge a fee for helping with a form

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25
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when calculating a borrower’’s debt ratio, what is not included in calculating a borrower’s debt loan?

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estimated tax payments

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26
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which legislation prohibits discrimination in housing based on protect class status in advertising the sale or rental of housing?

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Civil Right Act of 1968

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27
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In a transaction using a contract for deed, what does the buyer initially receive?

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equitable title

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28
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licensee Lou has found a property he would like to purchase as an investment. What must he do?

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make a written disclosure of personal interest to the seller

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29
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Licensees should learn to measure and calculate areas accurately in order to avoid

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the risk of misrepresentation

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30
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which HUD doc provides info to builders regarding fair housing compliance?

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Fair Housing Act Accessibility Guidelines

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31
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Buyer wants the seller’s drapes and TV includes in the purchase price of the seller’s condo. What should the buyer’s agent do?

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list the items in the sales contract

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32
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If an appraisal comes in low what is NOT an option?

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the buyer can pay for a second appraisal, which the lender would have to accept

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33
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Securing a loan by pledging property without giving up ownership to the property is called

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hypothecation

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34
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To aid in risk reduction programs, TN firms are required to keep written records of all real estate transactions for at least ___ years after closing or termination

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3

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35
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What is the difference in the principal broker’s supervisory responsibilities to an employee affiliate broker and an independent contractor affiliate broker?

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There is no different in the supervisory responsibilities of the broker to any affiliate brokers

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36
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The legal remedy for a contract default that terminates the contract and returns the valuable consideration to its original order is called

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rescission

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37
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What kind of lease is most common for residential properties?

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Gross lease

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38
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A property condition disclosure is required when?

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prior to acceptance of a purchase contract and at or before closing

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39
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In TN, a PM who performs duties that include negotiating, security deposits, rents, and lease tiers must

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be licensed

40
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what is one reason for low appraisal?

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an artificially inflated price due to multiple offers

41
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To practice ethically, real estate professionals should

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esclude disparagement of competitors

42
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What is NOT a general duty of a PM?

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performing a property appraisal to determine value and income potential

43
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FHA guidelines require the income ratio on a mortgage loan to be

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no more than 29%

44
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What economic principle underlies the value of real property says that a property is at its highest value when it fits into its surroundings?

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Conformity

45
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How much may a seller contribute toward discount points and selling costs on a purchase financed by an FHA loan?

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6% of the sales price

46
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when working as a seller’s agent, a licensee must never disclose

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anything harmful to the client’s interest

47
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What neighborhood factors must be considered when using a CMA?

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land contour

48
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The TN landlord and tenant act allows the landlord to enter the rented premises at

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any time when acting to prevent damage or destruction; to make repairs or show the property, on giving proper notice

49
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Among the primary sources of real estate ethics and standards it

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state real estate licensing regulations

50
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What is not a required disclosure either by the seller or agent?

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confirmation of property measurements

51
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What would be an appropriate risk management response if a seller asks about the religion of a potential buyer?

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Remind them of the listing agreement they signed and how it discussed that basing a decision on someone’s religion is against anti-discrimination laws? and with that in mind, if the buyer’s religion is really important to you, I can refer you to an expert

52
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Broker requires all of their buyers to sign offers with the stipulation that they will use Acme Home Inspection Services. This practice is called?

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tying arrangement

53
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Violators of federal fair housing laws may be punished with?

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fines and jail

54
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Does a contract need to be in writing if the item being sold is $1,000?

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Yes

55
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“farming” is the practice of?

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prospecting for business in a selected area

56
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Under what listing agreement can the owner of a property sell the property without owing the licensee a commission?

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exclusive agency

57
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to avoid a breach of contract due to an unavoidable delay, the best course of action is to?

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execute an amendment rescheduling the closing date

58
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In TN, all ads for real property must

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be under the firm’s name

59
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What is the amount a lender normally requires to be included for taxes and insurance in a borrowers monthly mortgage payment?

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1/12th of the annual real estate taxes and hazard insurance payment

60
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When is a residential sale exempted from the property condition disclosure requirement?

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transfer is by deed in lieu of foreclosure

61
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When a licensee has an agreement to provide services as an agent to more then one party in the same transaction when the interests of the party are adverse, this is called?

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dual agency

62
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what type of lease is not required to be in writing?

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month to month

63
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According to TRID rule, the settlement agent must give the seller

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closing disclosure

64
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MLS is a

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listing shared with members of an organization who agree to cooperate in return for a commission share

65
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Cancellation and discharge of a contract does NOT include?

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revocation without repercussions

66
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according to the level of authority delegated to the agent, the usual real estate agency is?

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limited agency

67
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What does an offeree lose the right to accept an offer?

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when the offeror revokes the offer

68
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Proper disclosure prevents clients from claiming they were

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misled

69
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a TN licensee must use the “Exclusive Right to Sell” form that is required by

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the licensee’s broker

70
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When is the latest an agent may obtain written confirmation of their agency disclosure from a seller who has no agent?

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before executing a listing agreement or presenting an offer

71
Q

What is the least desirable grade of office property?

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Class D

72
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A Kentucky real estate firm has a web site on a server in TN. The web site states that the firm is a TN real estate firm. Is this allowed under TN law?

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No, it is a violation of the License Act and Commission Rules

73
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What is the best explanation for why ethical decisions are difficult to make?

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ethical dilemmas are often more a matter of degree than or right vs. wrong

74
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The PM must consider the needs and goals of the _____ to run the building effectively

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tenant as much at the owner

75
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In TN, a rental is considered abandonment when?

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30 days absence plus failure to be up to date on rent

76
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NAR guidelines do NOT address

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issues of courtesy or etiquette

77
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Federal Fair Housing law is administered by who?

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the office of fair housing and equal opportunity

78
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strategies for managing risk does NOT fall into what category?

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protection

79
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which legislation forces property owners and managers to allow a disabled resident to keep a service dog when there is a no pets policy?

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Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988

80
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an affiliate broker’s license should be displayed where?

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in her broker’s principal place of business

81
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in order to have a buyer agency relationship with a buyer, a licensee must obtain what?

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written agency agreement from the buyer

82
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Affiliate broker must not be paid by whom?

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parties other then the broker

83
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A licensee who represents a buyer in the purchase of a property must disclose what?

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adverse facts about the property to the buyer

84
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Why is it sometimes necessary to include a bill of sale with a purchase contract?

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a Bille of sale confirms that all promised inclusions are in fact part of the conveyance

85
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what was the first legislation to prevent discrimination in residential properties financed by FHA and VA loans?

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executive order 11063 or 1962

86
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How can a licensee be at risk when disclosing an agency relationship?

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if the licensee fails to inform and disclose properly

87
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What is a PM’s most important duty?

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to max ROI for the property owner

88
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as a facilitator, what must be disclosed to all parties in the transaction?

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facilitator status and sources of compensation

89
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In a licensee if a facilitator, there is not a signed _____ with the ____

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agency agreement, seller or buyer

90
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A seller’s confidential info may be shared with the managing broker if the licensee is a ____ agent?

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designated

91
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what is liable for errors or inaccuracies on the property condition disclosure if the condition change occurred AFTER the disclosure was delivered to the buyer?

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no one

92
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if a loan I subject to RESPA, when must the lender give the borrower an estimate of closing costs?

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within 3 days of receiving the loan application

93
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What type of agency is one where a broker has an agency relations with a client and an affiliate broker is working as that broker’s agent?

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subagency

94
Q

What is the best way to respond to questions about “what kind of people” live in a neighborhood?

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refer the questioner to someone who has the expertise to give a actual answer

95
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What is an agent’s best risk reduction move if a seller wants to help a buyer with financing?

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make sure all agreements between the parties are in writing

96
Q

What is necessary to show reasonable cause for soliciting a referral fee from another licensee?

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There must be a subagency, referral, or cooperative relationship between the licensees

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