Maryland Commercial Law Section 12-406

      (a)      Except as permitted by § 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.