Real Estate Licensing in Apollo Beach CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

In Florida, a real estate license is required to engage in real estate brokerage or sales activities. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, a "real estate broker" is defined as any person who, for compensation or valuable consideration, sells, exchanges, purchases, rents, or leases real property or a business opportunity, or who negotiates or offers to negotiate any of these transactions, or who holds themselves out as engaged in these activities.

A "real estate sales associate" is a person employed by a broker who performs substantially the same activities as a broker but only on behalf of and under the direction of the broker.

If you perform any of these activities for compensation in Apollo Beach CDP, you must hold an active Florida real estate license.

How to Get Licensed

Real estate licensing in Florida is regulated at the state level by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

Steps to obtain a license:

  1. Pre-licensing education: Complete a 63-hour approved real estate sales associate course or 72-hour broker course (depending on license type) from a school approved by DBPR.

  2. Pass the state exam: Schedule and pass the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) exam administered by testing vendors approved by DBPR.

  3. Broker sponsorship (for sales associates): You must be sponsored by an active Florida broker before applying for your license.

  4. Apply to DBPR: Submit your application, exam passing scores, and required documentation to DBPR.

  5. License issuance: Upon approval, you receive your Florida real estate license.

For specific exam requirements and application procedures, visit the DBPR website or contact DBPR directly.

Local Requirements

Apollo Beach CDP is located in Hillsborough County, Florida. Real estate transactions and property-related activities in Apollo Beach are subject to local municipal codes.

Review the Apollo Beach Municipal Code for any local ordinances governing real estate practices, property sales, or related conduct within the municipality. Check this code for any local amendments or requirements beyond state licensing.

For permitting or property-related inquiries specific to Apollo Beach CDP, contact the Apollo Beach Building Department or Hillsborough County Building Department.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.105 provides exemptions from licensing for certain activities and persons. These may include owners selling their own property, attorneys performing real estate services incidental to their practice, and certain other limited circumstances defined in the statute.

Consult Fla. Stat. § 489.105 to determine whether your specific activities qualify for an exemption.

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)