Finder’s Fee; Unlicensed Person Entitled to Enforce Payment #334

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By Gerry NeelyB.A. LL.B. A Supreme Court of British Columbia judge decided an individual who was not licensed as an agent or salesperson under the Real Estate Act was entitled to payment of $50,000 for introducing a buyer to property sellers. Since Section 47 of the Act bars a claim for commission or other remuneration for an