What is true regarding an inactive real estate licensee assisting a friend in a transaction?

An inactive real estate licensee is not authorized to engage in any activities that constitute real estate brokerage, including representing others in a transaction or earning commissions. Real estate licensing laws require individuals to maintain an active license to participate in real estate transactions legally. Therefore, an inactive licensee cannot assist friends in any capacity that is deemed as representation or brokerage activity, which encompasses both earning fees and facilitating transactions. This prohibition exists to protect the integrity of the real estate profession and ensure that all parties involved in a transaction are represented by someone qualified and legally permitted to conduct such activities.

The other statements address scenarios that would be permissible if the license were active, which is not the case here.