About This Book
Pennsylvania Title 49, Chapter 43b.8 establishes a standardized civil penalty schedule for real estate brokers, cemetery brokers, and real estate education providers. Administered by the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission under the Department of State, this section sets clear, escalating fines for common regulatory and licensing violations.
Penalty amounts vary based on the nature of the offense:
Unlicensed Activity: Operating as a cemetery broker or salesperson without a valid license carries a $250 fine for a first offense and $500 for a second offense.
Office Requirements: Failing to notify the Commission of a location change within 10 days results in a $125 fine, which increases to $250 for a second offense. Failure to display the required sign outside a broker or cemetery broker office carries an initial fine of $250, rising to $500 for subsequent violations.
Compliance and Disclosures: Violations involving business name display, record retention, and consumer relationship disclosures typically result in civil penalties ranging from $100 to $500, depending on the specific provision of the Real Estate Licensing and Registration Act that was violated.
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