Legal Question in Real Estate Law in California

"I have a Real Estate Firm in Costa Rica, can I represent a client from my country to Purchase a Commercial Building In California, can I get my share of the commission paid through transfer to Costa Rica"


Asked on 2/08/12, 5:56 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
George Shers Law Offices of Georges H. Shers

Check with the Department of Real Estate but I would think you can not represent a California client nor collect a commission from a California resident.

Read more
Answered on 2/08/12, 8:32 pm
Bryan Whipple Bryan R. R. Whipple, Attorney at Law

No, if the property is in California, you would need to be licensed here. However, I believe you may be able to arrange a commission-sharing agreement with a California-licensed firm, which would collect the commission (or part of it) at the closing and remit you your share afterwards.

Read more
Answered on 2/08/12, 8:34 pm


Related Questions & Answers

More Real Estate and Real Property questions and answers in California