Who can licensed personal assistants accept compensation from?

Licensed personal assistants in the real estate industry are typically restricted in how they can accept compensation. The correct option is that they can only receive payment from the same sponsor as the licensee. This is because personal assistants are often employed by licensed real estate professionals and are not licensed themselves. They perform tasks that support the broker or agent, and as such, their compensation is typically tied to the agent they work for, ensuring that all transactions are compliant with licensing regulations.

This arrangement helps maintain clarity in the financial relationship between the assistant, the licensee, and the clients. Compensation from clients directly or from outside parties could create conflicts of interest or violate regulations, as personal assistants are not authorized to engage in contractual agreements independently. Therefore, allowing them to accept compensation only from their sponsoring licensee maintains compliance with industry standards and protects all parties involved.