An agent is attempting to determine what she can legally do$,$ based on the MBLAA and its Regulations, with regards to accepting an up$-$front fee. In addition she has heard conflicting information from co$-$workers and other agents about if and when that fee must be deposited into a trust account. Given this scenario what is the most correct decision for this agent to make?

Select one:

a$.$ Speak to the broker designated by her brokerage to handle compliance issues

b$.$ Contact a real estate lawyer and rely on his or her opinion

c$.$ Rely on FSRA's website for information on this topic

d$.$ Research the legislation and make her own decision