Q: Can I negotiate a real estate purchase on the behalf of my employer without a real estate license?
e.g. If I'm working for a company in San Diego, CA and it is the company's goal to purchase a property. Is it legal for me to negotiate the transaction without a real estate license if my boss directs me to do so? I would think that would be the same thing as an individual purchasing a house for themselves without a license, which is legal.
A:
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Generally, you are correct that you would need a California real estate broker's license to negotiate purchase, sale, lease, etc. of property on behalf of someone else. The California Business & Professions Code provides narrow exceptions such as those listed in Section 10133. Since the exceptions are rather narrow and since penalties for violations are severe, you should consult your own attorney before taking any steps.
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