Cal. Civ. Code § 8A-603
Md. Code Ann., Real Property Art. Title 8A — Mobile Homes
Operative Text
A park owner may collect a commission in connection with the sale of a mobile home only if he has acted as an agent for either party to the sale pursuant to a separate written agreement.
Under Md. Code Ann., Real Prop. § 8A-603, a mobile home park owner's ability to collect a sales commission is strictly conditioned on having formally acted as an agent for one of the parties to the sale. That agency relationship must be established through a separate written agreement — an informal or verbal arrangement is not sufficient to justify a commission. This rule limits the circumstances under which park owners can financially participate in the sale of a mobile home located in their park.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 8A-603, park owners who wish to earn a commission on a mobile home sale within their park must ensure they have a distinct, written agency agreement in place with either the buyer or the seller before the transaction closes. Compliant operators document the agency relationship clearly and separately from any other park agreements, such as lease or lot-rental documents. Collecting a commission without this written agreement in place would fall outside what the statute permits.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 8A-603 protects mobile home sellers and buyers by limiting when a park owner can lawfully collect a commission on a sale. If a park owner attempts to collect a commission without a separate written agency agreement, that demand may not be legally supported under Maryland law. Tenants or mobile home owners who believe a commission is being improperly sought can consult a tenant-rights organization or a Maryland legal aid resource to understand available options.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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