Real Estate Licensing in Scottsmoor CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Under Florida law, a real estate broker or sales associate must hold a license to engage in the business of selling, buying, exchanging, leasing, or renting real property, or offering to perform these services.[^1]

A "real estate broker" is defined as any person, partnership, or corporation that employs one or more sales associates or operates with one or more broker associates, or receives compensation for performing real estate services.[^1]

A "sales associate" is any natural person employed by or associated with a broker who engages in real estate transactions under the broker's supervision.[^1]

Work requiring licensure includes listing property for sale or lease, negotiating sales or leases, managing real estate transactions, and advertising real property for sale or lease on behalf of others for compensation.

How to Get Licensed

Real estate licensing in Florida is regulated by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) under the Division of Real Estate.

Step 1: Meet eligibility requirements—be at least 18 years old and a Florida resident (or demonstrate intent to become one).

Step 2: Complete pre-licensing education. For sales associates, complete 63 hours of approved classroom instruction; for brokers, complete 72 hours.

Step 3: Pass the Florida real estate examination administered by DBPR.

Step 4: Submit a license application to DBPR with proof of education, examination passage, and required fees.

Step 5: Obtain sponsorship by a licensed broker (sales associates must be employed by or associated with a broker before activation).

Refer to Fla. Stat. § 489.105 for complete definitions and statutory requirements.

Local Requirements

Scottsmoor CDP is located in Brevard County. Local real estate transaction requirements and permitting (if applicable to your specific activity) are governed by the Scottsmoor Municipal Code.

Review the municipal code for any local amendments or supplementary requirements beyond state licensing obligations. Contact the Brevard County Building Department or Scottsmoor municipal offices for clarification on local property transaction rules specific to the CDP.

Exemptions

The following are exempt from real estate licensing requirements:

• Owners selling, leasing, or exchanging their own property
• Employees of property owners managing company-owned real estate
• Attorneys licensed to practice law in Florida when performing real estate services incidental to legal practice
• Persons employed by financial institutions, insurance companies, or government agencies performing real estate services within their official duties

State Licensing Board Contact

Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC), Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Phone: 850-487-1395
- Website: https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/real-estate-commission/

References

• Fla. Stat. § 489.105 — Definitions
• Scottsmoor Municipal Code

[^1]: Fla. Stat. § 489.105

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