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Who is directly responsible for supervising all of a brokerage's advertising?

  1. The listing agent

  2. The marketing coordinator

  3. The principal broker

  4. The compliance officer

The correct answer is: The principal broker

The principal broker holds a key role in the operation of a real estate brokerage, and one of their fundamental responsibilities includes overseeing all advertising conducted by the brokerage. This oversight ensures that all promotional materials comply with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards, thus protecting both the brokerage and its clients from potential legal issues. The principal broker is tasked with ensuring that advertising is accurate, not misleading, and appropriately represents the listings and services offered by the brokerage. This oversight is critical in maintaining the integrity and professionalism of the brokerage's brand within the real estate market. While other roles may contribute to the creation or execution of advertising campaigns—such as a marketing coordinator who may handle the logistics of the advertising process—the ultimate responsibility for compliance and the overall strategy lies with the principal broker. This distinguishes the principal broker's supervisory position from others who may support the advertising efforts but do not have the same level of accountability.