# Commercial Law (GCL)

## Title 12. Credit Regulations

### Subtitle 4. Secondary Mortgage Loans -- Credit Provisions

#### Section 12-406

(a) Except as permitted by Sec. 12-405(a) of this subtitle, any commission, finder's fee, or point shall be paid by the lender, and may be paid only to:

  (1) A licensed real estate broker;

  (2) A lawyer licensed to practice law in the State; or

  (3) A licensee.

(b) An agreement to pay a commission, finder's fee, or point may not be enforced unless it is in writing and signed by the lender.

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Md. Code Ann., Com. Law (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)