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REAL ESTATE BROKERS AND ASSOCIATES FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What education must I complete prior to becoming a licensed Florida real estate
associate or broker?
To become a real estate sales associate, you must successfully complete a 63-hour course approved by the Florida Real Estate Commission. To become a real estate broker, you must successfully complete a 72-hour course approved by the Florida Real Estate Commission.
If I fail the exam at the end of the course am I allowed to re-take it?You can re-take the exam at least 30 days after the original exam date and no more than
What are the requirements for a Florida real estate sales associate license?
one-year after the initial exam. If you fail the exam twice, you have to take the course again.
- You must be at least 18 years of age.
- You must have a high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
- Attorneys in good standing with the Florida Bar, people who have earned a four year college degree in real estate, and applicants who qualify under the Mutual Recognition Agreement do not have to complete the educational requirements for sales associate broker licenses. The Mutual Recognition Agreement allows real estate associates in certain states to achieve Florida licensure through reciprocity
- You must pass the state examination.
- It is not required to be a Florida resident or U.S. citizen.
When may I submit my application?
The application may be sent in before, during or after the course. However, since the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DPBR) has up to 90 days to process your application, the earlier you submit it, the better.How do I become a licensed Florida real estate sales associate or broker?
Licensing forms and application packets can be found online at
www.MyFlorida.com/dbpr> Real Estate > RE Forms Center
How do I submit my application?
This is a three step process. First, you must apply to the state. Second, the application requires electronic fingerprints. However, the application may be submitted prior to obtaining the fingerprints. Third, after receiving your approval, you may schedule your exam with the state, selecting the date and time from their selection of testing sites. The state will then contact you to verify your scheduled exam. The exam fee is $31.50 and is payable with a check or money order brought to the testing location.
How is the test administered?
There are multiple locations where exams can be taken. Exams will be given by the state test vendor Promissor on computer touch screens. For specific locations and times, check the Promissor website.How long after taking the exam will I be able to find out my results?
Your results will be available immediately at the test location.What is necessary to maintain my license?
Sales associates must complete 45-hours and brokers must complete 60-hours of
approved post licensure courses during the first renewal period (18-24 months after passing the state exam). A list of approved courses can be found online at
www.MyFlorida.com/dbpr> Real Estate > RE Schools.Does everyone have to complete the continuing education requirement?
What can I do with a sales associate's license?
Yes. Licensees, including those licensed through Mutual Recognition Agreements and
attorneys in good standing with the Florida Bar, must complete the continuing education
requirements.
You can be involved in the listing and selling of residential, commercial, industrial property, land, business opportunities, time-shares, and property management. But in order to do so, you must have an active license and be associated with a real-estate firm.