Who is responsible for paying the commission of a licensed personal assistant?

In real estate, the payment of a licensed personal assistant's commission typically falls under the responsibility of the broker. The broker is the individual who holds the license and is responsible for the overall operation of the real estate business, which includes financial matters such as commissions. When a personal assistant is licensed, they have the ability to earn a commission, but it must be paid through a broker, who is the one facilitating the transaction.

The sales associate would not directly pay the commission because they operate under the broker’s umbrella and typically do not handle financial transactions directly related to personal assistants. The client is not responsible for paying the personal assistant's commission either, as their financial obligation usually lies in paying the commission of the sales associate who represents them. The assistant themselves does not pay their commission, as they are the recipient of such payments for work performed under the supervision of the broker. This structure ensures that all commission transactions comply with legal and ethical standards in the industry.