What procedure must a salesperson follow when terminating their affiliation with a broker?

A salesperson must provide written notice to the South Dakota Real Estate Commission when terminating their affiliation with a broker to ensure compliance with state regulations. This step is critical because it formally documents the end of the working relationship and helps maintain accurate records within the real estate regulatory framework. Informing the Commission is not just a procedural formality—it helps to protect the interests of consumers and maintains the integrity of the real estate profession.

Other options, while they include communication aspects, do not fulfill the requirement mandated by state law. For instance, notifying the buyer or informing the public listing does not address the regulatory necessity of recording the change with the Commission. Simply informing a new broker or any other party does not replace the need for official notification to the governing body that oversees real estate practices in South Dakota.