Questions & Answers

How do I become a licensed Florida real estate Sales Associate or Broker?

To become a Sales Associate, you must:

• Complete our 63‑hour Sales Associate Pre‑License Course
• Submit your DBPR application & $62.75 fee
• Complete electronic fingerprinting ($58.02)
• Pass the 100‑question state exam ($57.75)

To become a Broker, you must:

• Complete our 72‑hour Broker Pre‑License Course
• Submit your DBPR application & $70 fee
• Complete electronic fingerprinting ($58.02)
• Pass the 100‑question state exam ($57.75)

How does the Classroom Course differ from the Online Course?

• Classroom: Live instruction, interactive Q&A, networking, and a structured schedule.
• Online: Self‑paced 24/7 access, ideal if you’re licensed elsewhere or have prior experience—no live instructor.

Will Florida recognize my license from another state?

Yes—through License‑by‑Endorsement (5+ years in any state) or Mutual Recognition (current license in one of 10 specified states). Both waive pre‑licensing courses; you’ll take only the 40‑question Florida Laws & Rules exam.

What must I include if I’m applying by endorsement with an out‑of‑state license?

A Certificate of License History showing:

• Initial exam type
• Current license status
• Any disciplinary actions
• Active months of licensure in the past 5 years

How do I get fingerprinted if I live out of state?

1. Request a DBPR fingerprint card: call 850‑487‑1395.
2. Roll your prints at local law enforcement.
3. Fill in:
   • Reason: “Florida Real Estate License F.S. 475.175”
   • ORI: “FL920010Z FL Real Estate Comm Orlando, FL”

Do I need additional classes beyond pre‑licensing?

No pre‑licensing classes beyond the 63‑ or 72‑hour requirements. However, within your first 2 years you must complete:

• Sales Associates: 45 hours post‑licensing
• Brokers: 60 hours post‑licensing

Can I hold more than one Florida real estate license?

• Sales/Broker Associates: One active license and one registered employer.
• Brokers: May request additional broker licenses if justified—cannot hold associate licenses simultaneously.

What’s the difference between a “license” and a “registration”?

• License: The privilege to practice real estate (revocable).
• Registration: A DBPR record of name, location, and status—applies to all licensees and brokerage entities.

What are my renewal & continuing‑education requirements?

• Initial renewal (18–24 months after licensure):
  • Sales Associates: 45 hours post‑licensing + $48 fee
  • Brokers: 60 hours post‑licensing + $54 fee
• Ongoing (every 2 years): 14 hours of continuing education before renewal.

Who’s exempt from pre‑licensing education?

• Florida‐bar attorneys: Exempt from 63‑hour Sales Associate course; must pass the state exam.
• Four‑year real estate degree holders: Exempt from both pre‑licensing courses; must pass the state exam.

What distinguishes a “Sales Associate,” “Broker Associate,” and “Broker”?

• Sales Associate: Entry‑level licensee under a qualifying broker.
• Broker Associate: Broker who elects to work under another broker.
• Broker (Qualifying Broker): Manages and is responsible for a real estate brokerage—requires 24 months’ experience.

What does DBPR review on my application?

They assess your honesty, character, and reputation by checking disclosures about:

• Criminal history or ongoing investigations
• Past licenses and disciplinary actions
• Aliases used for business
• Denials of licensing applications

What do I submit if I answer “yes” to a background question?

• Convictions: Arrest reports, dispositions, proof of sentence completion, or clerk‑of‑court certification.
• Civil judgments/orders: Copies of judgments/decrees and proof of sanction satisfaction.
• License denials/discipline: Documentation of denial or pending action details.

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