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Test yourself first: 5 questions
Question 1 of 5
Disclosed dual agency in New Jersey requires which of the following before a licensee may act as a dual agent?
Answer: A. A licensee may serve as a disclosed dual agent in New Jersey only with the informed written consent of both the seller and the buyer. Because the agent cannot fully advance the conflicting interests of both, both clients must knowingly agree to the limited representation in writing.
Question 2 of 5
When a broker uses designated agency within a single firm in New Jersey, the typical arrangement is that:
Answer: A. Designated agency lets a broker assign one salesperson to represent the seller and another salesperson to represent the buyer within the same firm, so each consumer gets dedicated representation. The broker remains a dual agent overall, but the designated agents each owe full duties to their assigned client.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following would most likely constitute grounds for the New Jersey Real Estate Commission to revoke or suspend a license?
Answer: A. Substantial misrepresentation, fraud, and dishonest dealing are classic grounds for suspension or revocation. The other choices describe lawful, ethical practice the REC expects of licensees.
Question 4 of 5
A licensee induces a homeowner to list by falsely telling her that minority families are moving into the neighborhood and prices will collapse. Under New Jersey law this is:
Answer: A. Inducing sales or listings by representations about the entry of persons of a particular race, religion, or other protected class into a neighborhood is blockbusting (panic selling). It is illegal under fair housing law and is prohibited conduct for which a New Jersey licensee can be disciplined.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following actions by a New Jersey licensee would most likely be grounds for disciplinary action by the Real Estate Commission?
Answer: C. Misrepresentation of a material fact is a violation that can lead to REC disciplinary action. The other choices describe proper, compliant practices.
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What you need to know
Licensees must provide consumers with the Consumer Information Statement (CIS) at first contact, explaining these options so the consumer understands whom the licensee represents. A licensee owes fiduciary duties to a represented client, while a transaction broker works with parties without representing either as a client.
New Jersey's Agency and Representation Model: FAQs
Is New Jersey's Agency and Representation Model on the real estate exam?
Yes. State License Law is a scored domain on the New Jersey real estate licensing exam, and this topic appears in the state license-law portion.
Is this cheat sheet free?
Yes — every page on Cinna RE's resource library is free to read, print and share. The app adds practice questions, mock exams and a readiness score.
Does New Jersey test this differently?
New Jersey applies its own license law on top of the national portion. This page covers the New Jersey rules specifically, which is what the state section of your exam tests.
