Which person is NOT EXEMPT from licensure?

The answer is that an attorney who charges a fee to negotiate contracts is not exempt from licensure because attorneys engaged in real estate activities, such as negotiating contracts for clients, typically require a real estate license to conduct those activities legally. While they have legal expertise, their actions related to real estate transactions involve more than simply providing legal counsel, especially when compensation is tied to the negotiation processes of real estate deals.

The other individuals mentioned in the options fall under specific exemptions. For instance, a leasing agent who is paid a salary is often not considered to require licensure under specific regulations governing employment status. Similarly, a person appointed by a court to liquidate real estate acts in an official capacity where licensure is not necessary due to the nature of the appointment. Lastly, individuals selling new homes for an owner-developer may also qualify for exemptions based on their direct employment relationship with the developer and the nature of the transactions they engage in.