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Question#1

If a licensee advertises prizes as part of a promotion for the sale of real estate, which of the following must be disclosed in the advertisement?

A. The fair market value of the prize.
B. Where the prize was manufactured.
C. How many others have won similar prizes.
D. The names of any stores that will exchange the prize.

Explanation:
Under 49 Pa. Code § 35.305 (Business Name on Advertisements), a real estate licensee must disclose the fair market value of any prizes, gifts, or incentives offered as part of a sales promotion.
This ensures transparency and prevents misleading advertisements that might influence a consumer’s decision based on exaggerated prize values.
Failure to disclose the fair market value could result in penalties or disciplinary action from the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission.
Why the other answers are incorrect:
Option B (Where the Prize Was Manufactured): There is no requirement to disclose where a prize was made.
Option C (How Many Others Have Won): The law does not require disclosure of the number of previous winners.
Option D (Names of Stores for Exchange): There is no requirement to provide names of stores that would honor or exchange the prize.
Reference: 49 Pa. Code § 35.305 C Business Name on Advertisements

Question#2

A real estate ad in a newspaper placed by a salesperson MUST include the:

A. Municipality in which the property is located.
B. Legal description of the property.
C. Employing broker’s name and phone number.
D. Name of the principal.

Explanation:
Under 49 Pa. Code § 35.305 (Business Name on Advertisements), any advertisement placed by a real estate salesperson must include the name and phone number of their employing broker.
This ensures that the public knows which brokerage is responsible for the property listing and avoids misleading or unverified advertisements.
A salesperson cannot advertise properties without clearly identifying their broker to ensure compliance with advertising regulations.
Why the other answers are incorrect:
Option A (Municipality): While useful, this is not required in every ad.
Option B (Legal Description): A legal property description is not required for advertisements.
Option D (Name of the Principal): The seller's name does not need to be included in advertisements.
Reference: 49 Pa. Code § 35.305 C Business Name on Advertisements

Question#3

When a tenant who has a service or support animal applies to lease an apartment in a building that does not allow pets, which of the following rules may the landlord follow?

A. Both state and federal laws require the landlord to allow any service or support animal.
B. The landlord must allow the service or support animal but may charge an additional deposit.
C. The landlord may disallow the animal if there are no other animals permitted in the building.
D. The landlord may disallow the animal if it is not federally registered as a support or service animal.

Explanation:
Under The Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. § 3604) and The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) (42 U.S.C. § 12101), both service and emotional support animals must be allowed in rental properties, even in "no pets" buildings.
Service animals (such as guide dogs) and emotional support animals (ESA) are not considered "pets" under federal and state law, so landlords cannot prohibit them.
A landlord cannot charge an additional deposit or pet fee for service/support animals.
The tenant must provide documentation from a licensed medical provider if the disability is not obvious, but there is no requirement for a formal "federal registration" of service animals.
Why the other answers are incorrect:
Option B (Charge Additional Deposit): This is illegal under Fair Housing laws because service animals are not "pets".
Option C (No Pets Rule): A no-pets policy does not apply to service animals.
Option D (Federally Registered Service Animal): There is no federal registry for service animals, so this is not a valid requirement.
Reference: Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. § 3604) C Disability Protections
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) (42 U.S.C. § 12101) C Service Animals Protections

Question#4

The Real Estate Commission does NOT have the power to:

A. Suspend or revoke real estate licenses.
B. Impose fines.
C. Review escrow accounts.
D. Certify residential appraisers.

Explanation:
The Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission (PREC) has the authority to regulate real estate licenses but does not certify real estate appraisers.
Real estate appraisers in Pennsylvania are regulated by the State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers, not the Real Estate Commission.
The Commission’s powers include:
Suspending or revoking licenses for violations.
Imposing fines for disciplinary actions.
Auditing escrow accounts to ensure compliance with regulations.
Why the other answers are incorrect:
Option A (Suspend or Revoke Licenses): The Commission has the authority to discipline licensees.
Option B (Impose Fines): The Commission can fine violators for misconduct.
Option C (Review Escrow Accounts): The Commission can audit escrow accounts to protect client funds.
Reference: 63 P.S. § 455.404 C Powers of the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission Pennsylvania Real Estate Appraisers Certification Act (63 P.S. § 457.1-457.19)

Question#5

A salesperson who operates as an independent contractor for a broker is seldom in the office.
Earnest money deposits received by this salesperson:

A. May be kept temporarily in an escrow account opened by the salesperson.
B. Should be transmitted promptly after receipt to the broker.
C. May be held by the salesperson for 3 business days.
D. Should be returned to the buyer to transmit to the broker.

Explanation:
Under 49 Pa. Code § 35.324 (Handling of Deposits and Escrow Money), all earnest money deposits must be promptly transmitted to the employing broker for deposit into an escrow account.
A salesperson cannot hold earnest money or maintain an escrow account on their own.
Brokers are responsible for ensuring that all escrow funds are properly handled and protected from commingling.
Why the other answers are incorrect:
Option A (Salesperson Holding Escrow Funds): Salespersons are prohibited from maintaining independent escrow accounts.
Option C (Holding Funds for 3 Days): Earnest money must be turned over to the broker as soon as possible; salespersons cannot hold it for any period.
Option D (Returning to Buyer for Transmission): Earnest money must go directly to the broker, not back to the buyer.
Reference: 49 Pa. Code § 35.324 C Handling of Deposits and Escrow Money

Exam Code: RePA_Sales_S
Q & A: 50 Q&As         Updated:  Oct 07,2026

 

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Exam Code: RePA_Sales_S
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Updated:  Oct 07,2026

 

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