When do I need to renew my Florida real estate license?Florida real estate licenses expire either March 31st or September 30th, every other year. Your renewal date will be determined by the date that you passed your exam. Expiration dates are listed on your license. Show
Are your courses approved by the Florida Real Estate Commission?No, we do not provide continuing education in the state of Florida How do I renew my Florida real estate license?Florida requires all real estate licensees to renew their license through their Online Service portal. If you have not already registered, you will need to do so before you may renew your license. Once you have registered, you will receive an email with a temporary password and then you will create your own unique, secure password. (Check your spam or junk mail folder if you don't receive that email right away.) After you have successfully logged in you will be able to link your license to the online account you created.
How much does it cost to renew my Florida real estate license?
I missed the due date for my Florida real estate license renewal, can I still renew?Yes. If you fail to complete the renewal process before your expiration, your license will become involuntary inactive, at which point you will have 12 months to complete the required continuing education, pay the renewal fee, and a late fee. You will not be eligible to operate while your license is involuntary inactive. Failure to complete the 14 hour continuing education within 12 months after the expiration date will result in additional education requirements – 28 hours Reactive Education. Do I have to complete any continuing education if my Florida real estate license is inactive?Yes. All Florida real estate licensees are required to complete 14 hours of continuing education each licensing cycle whether they are Current/Active or Current/Inactive. Are there any continuing education exemptions for Florida real estate licensees?Yes. Any active member who is in good standing with the Florida Bar is exempt from the 14-hour continuing education requirement. To receive this exemption, the licensees will need to either have a copy of their Bar card or the Bar card membership number provided to the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Does Florida have reciprocity with other states?Mutual Recognition Information Real Estate Florida has mutual recognition with 8 states: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Mississippi, Nebraska, and Rhode Island. Brokers and Sales Associates can qualify for an equivalent type license in Florida if they meet the following qualifications:
All applicants must have obtained the Real Estate license by having met the education and examination requirements of the state with which Florida has mutual recognition. Applicant must hold a valid, current and active real estate license, in good standing, issued by the Real Estate licensing agency in the state from which the applicant is applying. The intent of these agreements is to recognize the education and experience that real estate licensees have acquired in another state. These agreements apply to nonresidents licensed in other jurisdictions. Each licensee who applies for Florida licensure from a state or jurisdiction that has a current mutual recognition agreement with Florida must pass a written Florida-specific real estate law examination. The exam consists of 40 questions of 1 point in value per question. A grade of 30 points or higher must be achieved to pass the exam. These agreements also ensure that Florida licensees have equal opportunity for licensure in those jurisdictions with which agreements are concluded. Once you have obtained a Florida Real Estate sales associate or broker license, you are subject to all renewal requirements for our state. Prior to your initial expiration date, listed on your license, you will be required to complete post-license education. (45 hours Post-Education for Sales Associates and 60 hours Post-Education for Brokers). Thereafter you will be required to complete 14 hours of continuing education biannually. The education requirements are in addition to applicable renewal fees. You will be notified within 60 days, prior to your expiration date, that you are due for renewal. Please be sure to visit your online account frequently for your education requirements, renewal fees, status of your license, related license information, and to maintain a valid mailing address. In addition, be sure to visit the Division of Real Estate Homepage for any updates or upcoming events. How do I obtain a Florida real estate license?To become a licensed Sales Associate in Florida, you will need to complete the following steps: Step 1: Meet the requirements
Step 2: Submit the application and other required documents
Step 3: Pass the exam
Step 4: Activate the License
Step 5: Complete your Post-licensing requirements
What are the requirements for a real estate license in Florida?General Real Estate License Florida Requirements. Be at least 18 years of age.. High school diploma or equivalent.. United States Social Security number.. Complete 63 hours of approved pre-licensing instruction within the last two years.. Pass the Florida sales associate exam.. Pay the $89 fee and get fingerprinted.. What is the minimum education requirement for a real estate license in Florida?Florida real estate salesperson license requirements
You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED in order to become licensed in Florida. Successfully complete 63 classroom-hours of pre-licensing courses.
Which condition must exist for an applicant to qualify for a Florida real estate license?Applicants for a real estate license must have attained the age of majority, which in Florida is 18 or older, and have a high school education or equivalent. An applicant for a Florida real estate license is not required to be a resident of the state of Florida.
Which individual is required to have an active Florida real estate license?An active Florida real estate sales associate license is required when you represent a buyer or seller in a real estate transaction, including listing, selling, purchasing, leasing, lease options and renting, and earn a commission for services rendered.
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