What type of advertising is prohibited for licensees when they act on their own property?

Advertising in a way that qualifies as a "blind advertisement" is prohibited for licensees acting on their own property because it does not disclose the identity of the broker or the relationship to the property. Blind advertisements can lead to confusion among consumers who may not realize that they are dealing with a licensed real estate professional.

Transparency is crucial in real estate transactions, and regulations are in place to ensure that potential buyers or renters are aware of who they are dealing with, especially when a licensee is marketing their own property. Thus, any advertising that obscures this relationship or fails to identify the licensee's professional status would violate the license laws and rules in Georgia.

In the context of the other advertising types mentioned, while there are regulations surrounding them, they do not carry the same level of concern about consumer protection and transparency as blind advertisements do. For instance, advertising under a broker's name is permissible as long as it complies with licensing regulations, advertising without a listing agreement can raise ethical issues but is also permissible under certain circumstances, and including the phrase "agent owned" clearly identifies the owner’s status. This helps inform consumers and maintains transparency in the transaction.