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  1. 1Why does New Hampshire regulate real estate brokers and salespersons under RSA chapter 331-A?

    1. A. To standardize municipal property assessments
    2. B. To promote public understanding and confidence through minimum standards
    3. C. To guarantee brokerage commissions
    4. D. To replace private brokerage contracts

    Answer: B

    Explanation: RSA 331-A:1 says the policy is to ensure licensees meet and maintain minimum standards that "promote public understanding and confidence in the business of real estate brokerage." That purpose, not tax uniformity, commission guarantees, or replacement of contracts, controls.

    Reference: Chapter 331-A NEW HAMPSHIRE REAL ESTATE PRACTICE ACT — Section 331-A:1

  2. 2The executive director issues a real-estate license through mistake or inadvertence. Under current New Hampshire law, what is the license's status?

    1. A. It is subject to revocation
    2. B. It is subject only to a reprimand
    3. C. It is subject only to an administrative fine
    4. D. It is subject only to a license suspension

    Answer: A

    Explanation: RSA 331-A:27 states: "Any license obtained through the mistake or inadvertence of the executive director shall be subject to revocation." Reprimand, administrative fine, and suspension are real disciplinary measures under RSA 331-A:28, but they are not the consequence specified by RSA 331-A:27 for this error.

    Reference: Chapter 331-A NEW HAMPSHIRE REAL ESTATE PRACTICE ACT — Section 331-A:27

  3. 3At licensure, what escrow-account authorization must a New Hampshire principal broker give the Commission?

    1. A. A permit allowing Commission audit of the escrow accounts
    2. B. Written instructions allowing the escrow agent to hold disputed funds
    3. C. A mutual written release allowing distribution of a contract deposit
    4. D. A court order allowing distribution of a contract deposit

    Answer: A

    Explanation: RSA 331-A:13, V states: "On licensure, the principal broker shall sign a permit giving the commission permission to audit the escrow account or accounts." A deed, tax authorization, or zoning authorization is not that audit permission.

    Reference: Chapter 331-A NEW HAMPSHIRE REAL ESTATE PRACTICE ACT — Section 331-A:13

  4. 4Under New Hampshire law, which relationship distinguishes a salesperson from an independent principal broker?

    1. A. The salesperson is licensed under a broker
    2. B. The salesperson is appointed by a tax collector
    3. C. The salesperson is commissioned by a registry
    4. D. The salesperson is employed by a zoning board

    Answer: A

    Explanation: RSA 331-A:2, X defines a salesperson as “an individual who is licensed under a broker.” The other entities do not create the statutory salesperson relationship.

    Reference: Chapter 331-A NEW HAMPSHIRE REAL ESTATE PRACTICE ACT — Section 331-A:2

  5. 5A landlord rejects an otherwise qualified household because it includes minor children. Which New Hampshire protected status is directly implicated?

    1. A. Familial status
    2. B. Marital status
    3. C. Age
    4. D. Sex

    Answer: A

    Explanation: RSA 354-A:10 makes housing discrimination based on "familial status" unlawful. Marital status, age, and sex are distinct classifications; the presence of minor children directly presents familial status.

    Reference: Chapter 354-A STATE COMMISSION FOR HUMAN RIGHTS — Section 354-A:10

  6. 6Which regulated group is expressly named in the policy statement of New Hampshire's Real Estate Practice Act?

    1. A. Real estate brokers and salespersons
    2. B. Real estate appraisers and assessors
    3. C. Property managers and auctioneers
    4. D. Mortgage bankers and loan originators

    Answer: A

    Explanation: RSA 331-A:1 expressly states that New Hampshire regulates "the practice of real estate brokers and salespersons." The other pairs are separate occupational categories and are not the group named in this Act's purpose clause.

    Reference: Chapter 331-A NEW HAMPSHIRE REAL ESTATE PRACTICE ACT — Section 331-A:1

  7. 7An individual, for another and for compensation, negotiates a sale of New Hampshire real estate. Which credential is generally required?

    1. A. A real estate broker or salesperson license
    2. B. A real estate appraiser credential
    3. C. A home inspector license
    4. D. An auctioneer license

    Answer: A

    Explanation: RSA 331-A:2 defines a broker as a person “acting for another on commission or for other compensation” who performs listed real-estate acts. Appraising, inspecting, and auctioneering are distinct professional functions and their credentials do not authorize brokerage negotiation.

    Reference: Chapter 331-A NEW HAMPSHIRE REAL ESTATE PRACTICE ACT — Section 331-A:2

  8. 8A salesperson prepares a print advertisement for a listed home. Which brokerage identity must the advertisement state?

    1. A. The licensed principal broker or licensed business name
    2. B. The salesperson's team name alone
    3. C. The listing salesperson's name alone
    4. D. The property owner's name alone

    Answer: A

    Explanation: RSA 331-A:26, X prohibits advertising without stating "the name of the individual principal broker ... or business name as licensed" under whom the salesperson operates. A team, salesperson, or owner name standing alone does not supply that required licensed brokerage identity.

    Reference: Chapter 331-A NEW HAMPSHIRE REAL ESTATE PRACTICE ACT — Section 331-A:26

  9. 9A New Hampshire salesperson earns a commission for licensed activity. From whom may the salesperson accept it?

    1. A. A principal broker with whom the salesperson is not licensed
    2. B. The licensed principal broker with whom the salesperson is licensed
    3. C. A salesperson representing another party
    4. D. A transaction facilitator

    Answer: B

    Explanation: RSA 331-A:26, XX prohibits acceptance of compensation "from any person, except the licensed real estate principal broker with whom the salesperson or broker is licensed." Other principal brokers, salespersons, and facilitators are real brokerage actors but are not the permitted payor here.

    Reference: Chapter 331-A NEW HAMPSHIRE REAL ESTATE PRACTICE ACT — Section 331-A:26

  10. 10A housing provider refuses a reasonable rule modification needed for a person with a disability to use a dwelling. How is that refusal treated under New Hampshire housing law?

    1. A. As potential disability discrimination
    2. B. As automatic abandonment
    3. C. As a deed acknowledgment defect
    4. D. As a tax-assessment appeal

    Answer: A

    Explanation: RSA 354-A:10 makes it unlawful “To refuse to make reasonable accommodations in rules, policies, practices, or services, when such accommodations may be necessary to afford such person equal opportunity to use and enjoy a dwelling.” The refusal described is potential disability discrimination.

    Reference: Chapter 354-A STATE COMMISSION FOR HUMAN RIGHTS — Section 354-A:10

Topics in this practice bank

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  • I. Real Estate Commission (3 Items)
    • A. Purpose of Commission — NH RSA 331-A:1
    • B. Duties and powers — NH RSA 331-A:5, 7, 8, 25
    • C. Adm. Rule Rea 102.01
    • D. Examination of records — NH RSA 331-A:30
    • E. Adm. Rule Rea 204.05
    • F. Disciplinary procedures — NH RSA 331-A:28, 29, 34, 35; Adm. Rule Rea 206.01
  • II. Licensure (5 Items)
    • A. Activities requiring license — NH RSA 331-A:2, 4
    • B. Licensing procedures — NH RSA 331-A:12, 12-a, 15, 21, 22, 23; Adm. Rule Rea 301.01, 301.03, 301.04, 303, 305
    • C. Eligibility for license — NH RSA 331-A:10, 11, 11-a
    • D. Bonds — NH RSA 331-A:14
    • E. License renewal — NH RSA 331-A:19; Adm. Rule Rea 401
    • F. Change in license/status — NH RSA 331-A:17, 18
    • G. Continuing education — NH RSA 331-A:20, 25; Adm. Rule Rea 403.01
  • III. Regulation of Licensee Conduct (11 Items)
    • A. Advertising — Adm. Rule Rea 404.05
    • B. Branch offices — NH RSA 331-A:16, 16-a
    • C. Prohibited conduct — NH RSA 331-A:26
    • D. Disclosures
    • D.1. Private water supply — Adm. Rule Rea 701.03
    • D.2. Insulation — Adm. Rule Rea 701.04
    • D.3. Sewage disposal system — Adm. Rule Rea 701.05
    • E. Recordkeeping — NH RSA 331-A:26 XVII and XVIII; Adm. Rule Rea 404.03
    • F. Funds and accounts — NH RSA 331-A:13; Adm. Rule Rea 702
    • G. Place of business — Adm. Rule Rea 404.01, 404.02
  • IV. Regulation of Agency Conduct (11 Items)
    • A. Broker/salesperson relationships — NH RSA 331-A:2; RSA 331-A:16 II; RSA 331-A:17 IV and VI; RSA 331-A:32; Adm. Rule Rea 702.02
    • B. Brokerage contracts — Adm. Rule Rea 404.04
    • C. Agency
    • C.1. Scope — NH RSA 331-A:25-a; Adm. Rule Rea 404.03 and 701.02
    • C.2. Disclosure — Adm. Rule Rea 701.01, 701.02
    • C.3. Seller agent — NH RSA 331-A:25-b
    • C.4. Buyer agent — NH RSA 331-A:25-c
    • C.5. Disclosed dual agent — NH RSA 331-A:25-d
    • C.6. Designated agent — NH RSA 331-A:25-e
    • C.7. Facilitator — NH RSA 331-A:25-f
    • C.8. Other agency relationships — NH RSA 331-A:2 XIII; RSA 331-A:25-a
    • D. Cooperating agreements — Adm. Rule Rea 703.01
  • V. New Hampshire Principles and Practice (10 Items)
    • A. Human Rights — NH RSA 354-A:1, 2 IX, 7–10, 12–17, 21-a(I)
    • B. Environmental Issues
    • B.1. Hazardous Waste — NH RSA 147-A:7–9, 11, 13, 13-a
    • B.2. Hazardous Waste — NH RSA 147-B:1, 3, 10-a, 10-b
    • B.3. Hazardous Substances-Water Pollution and Waste Disposal — NH RSA 485-A:1, 2 I, III-a, V, VII, XIV, 17 I, 29, 32, 38 I, 39
    • B.4. Hazardous Substances-Safe Drinking Water — NH RSA 485:1 I, 33, 38
    • B.5. Hazardous Substances-Safe Drinking Water — NH RSA 482-B:1
    • B.6. Hazardous Substances-Asbestos — NH RSA 141-E:9, 10
    • B.7. Hazardous Substances-Underground Storage Tanks — NH RSA 146-C:2, 4 I and II, 11
    • B.8. Hazardous Substances-Radon Gas/Lead Paint — NH RSA 477:4-a
    • B.9. Hazardous Substances-Lead Paint — NH RSA 130-A:1 I through X, 3, 4, 6, 6-a, 8-a, 9, 12
    • C. Condominium Act — NH RSA 356-B:3 II, V, VII, XIII, 12 V, 46 I, 50, 52 II, 57, 58
    • D. Planning and Zoning — NH RSA 672:7, 14 I; NH RSA 674:2, 4, 16, 17, 19, 31, 32, 33 I, II, IV, 35, 36, 51 I, II, III
    • E. Wetlands — NH RSA 482-A; NH RSA 483-A; NH RSA 483-B
    • F. Taxation — NH RSA 72:6, 7, 7-a, 23; NH RSA 73:10; NH RSA 78-A:3 IV; NH RSA 78-B:1, 1-a, 2, 3, 4, 6, 11; NH RSA 79-A:1, 4 I, 5 I, 7 I and I-a, 25 I, II; NH RSA 80:85 and 86; NH RSA 75:11 I; NH RSA 76:16 I, 16-a(I), 16-c, 17
    • G. Manufactured Housing — NH RSA 205-A:1–8, 10, 21
    • H. Property Management (Tenants/Landlords) — NH RSA 540:1, 2–10, 28; NH RSA 540-A:6
    • I. Recordation — NH RSA 477:1–3, 3-a, 7, 7-a, 7-b, 10, 44 I, II; NH RSA 478:1-a
    • J. Descent and Distribution — NH RSA 551:1, 2; NH RSA 561:1; NH RSA 477:18

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