Real Estate Licensing in Roosevelt Gardens CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

In Florida, a real estate license is required for any person who acts as a real estate broker or sales associate. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, a "broker" is defined as any natural person, partnership, or corporation that sells, exchanges, purchases, rents, or leases real property, or offers to perform these acts on behalf of others, for compensation. A "sales associate" is a natural person employed by a broker to perform the same acts under the broker's supervision and on the broker's behalf.

If you engage in real estate transactions in Roosevelt Gardens CDP for compensation—whether buying, selling, renting, or leasing property—you need licensure.

How to Get Licensed

Real estate licensing in Florida is administered by the Florida Department of Business and Regulation, Division of Real Estate. The process requires:

  1. Complete pre-licensing education: Take an approved real estate course (broker or sales associate track) before applying.
  2. Pass the state exam: Register with the testing vendor and pass the Florida Real Estate Commission exam.
  3. Submit your application: Apply through the Division of Real Estate with proof of education, exam passage, and a clean background check.
  4. Broker sponsorship: Sales associates must be sponsored by a Florida-licensed broker before licensure is issued.

Reference Fla. Stat. § 489.105 for definitions and statutory requirements. Contact the Florida Department of Business and Regulation for current exam schedules, approved course providers, and detailed application procedures.

Local Requirements

Roosevelt Gardens CDP is located in Broward County, Florida. Local real estate transaction and disclosure requirements may apply. Consult the Roosevelt Gardens Municipal Code for any local amendments or additional requirements that may affect licensed real estate activities within the municipality. Contact the Roosevelt Gardens Building Department or Broward County records office for local permit and recording procedures related to real estate transactions.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, certain persons are exempt from licensing requirements, including:

Verify your specific situation against the statute to confirm exemption eligibility.

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

The law belongs to the people. Georgia v. Public.Resource.Org, 590 U.S. (2020)