A licensee may pay compensation to another person for acts performed as a licensee only if that person:

A licensee may pay compensation to another person for acts performed as a licensee only if that person holds a real estate license. This requirement ensures that any compensation for real estate activities is directed only to individuals who are properly licensed and authorized to perform those activities under Georgia law.

The rationale for this rule is to maintain professionalism and accountability within the real estate industry. When only licensed individuals are compensated for their real estate services, it upholds the required standards of training, ethics, and legal compliance that govern the profession. This regulation is designed to protect consumers and prevent unlicensed individuals from engaging in real estate transactions, which could lead to legal and ethical violations.

In contrast, paying compensation to individuals who are not licensed, regardless of the nature of the payment, could potentially violate Georgia's real estate laws and lead to disciplinary actions against the licensee. This reinforces the importance of ensuring that all parties involved in real estate transactions are recognized and regulated by the state.