1. All designated agents or designated transaction brokers to the extent allowed by their licenses shall have the same duties and responsibilities to the client and customer pursuant to sections 339.730 to 339.755 as the designated broker except as provided in section 339.820.

2. All licensees have the same protections from vicarious liability as provided in sections 339.710 to 339.860 as does their designated broker.

3. The provisions of this section and sections 339.710, 339.720, 339.755, 339.780, and 339.820 shall become effective January 1, 2000.