In this case, a broker acted outside of the scope of his license and agency by representing a client in a real estate transaction under an entity that was not a licensed real estate firm in Virginia. It highlights the importance of operating within the scope of your license and firm when representing others in real estate transactions.

This case demonstrates the importance of fully disclosing one’s past to the Board when applying for a salesperson’s or broker’s license and keeping the Board informed if a real estate licensee pleads guilty or no contest, is convicted or found guilty of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, sexual offense, drug distribution or physical injury, or any felony.