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• When Is a Sales Commission Legally Earned? ( December 2006 )
  

  It is not uncommon for sales representatives who experience transition in their careers, either voluntarily or otherwise to have closed sales while in the company’s employ and never get compensated for their successes. Whether purposely or unintentionally withheld by the company, the effect is the same. A legal dispute will arise as to the sales person's right to earn the commission. For example, what if a sales representative closes a sale, but the customer doesn’t send in payment until after the sales person has left the company?

• Special Legal Considerations for Real Estate Brokers ( December 2006 )
  

  Transactions involving the sale of real estate have certain considerations regarding the earning of sales commissions by real estate brokers. These should all be considered during the typical course of events that real estate brokers involve themselves when showing properties. While individual states have specific laws established to provide brokers guidance on sales commission issues, nonetheless, there are certain universal guidelines with which brokers should familiarize themselves.

• SEC Issues New Interpretation on Expense Sharing ( May 2004 )
  

  It is common practice for broker-dealers to enter into expense sharing agreements with their parent companies or affiliates whereby the parent company or affiliate performs administrative functions, as well as providing space, facilities, equipment and other services in exchange for service fees. In recent months, there has been concern expressed by the NASD and the NYSE that some broker-dealers may be incorrectly omitting expenses and liabilities subject to these agreements on the broker-dealer's books and records, resulting in inaccurate disclosure of the broker-dealer's performance and financial condition.

• For Sale By Owner ( September 2000 )
  

  In Northern Virginia we are involved with a limited supply of houses and an over supply of purchasers. This leads .

• Common Scenarios of Stockbroker Misconduct ( July 2000 )
  

  1. Unsuitable Recommendations. Because stockbrokers serve in a fiduciary capacity, they are obligated to.

• Using a Real Estate Broker in Maryland ( February 2000 )
  

  If one intends to buy or sell land in Maryland, or lease Maryland property one owns, a broker will probably be reta.

• Buying and Selling a Home in Florida ( January 2000 )
  

  Searching for a home can be really exciting but it can also be very stressful. Having an idea of what you can afford and what you are looking for can eliminate some of the stress associated with searching for a home.

• Buying a Home? Selling?: Legal Advice Essential ( September 1999 )
  

  With mortgage rates at historic lows, it's a great time to buy or sell a home.

• SEC Adopts Rules To Shut Down Non-Y2K Compliant Broker-Dealers,Transfer Agents ( September 1999 )
  

  On July 27, the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") adopted a series of rules requiring the "mission critica.

• Real Estate Questions and Answers ( July 1999 )
  

  Buying or selling a home is a major transaction. In fact, purchasing a home will probably be the largest investment.