Real Estate Licensing in Tice CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Under Florida law, a real estate broker or sales associate must be licensed to sell, buy, exchange, rent, or lease real property on behalf of others for compensation.[^1]

A "real estate broker" is defined as a person who, for compensation or valuable consideration, sells, exchanges, purchases, rents, or leases real property, or offers to engage in these activities, or advertises that they engage in these activities.[^1]

A "real estate sales associate" is a person employed by a broker who performs real estate brokerage activities on the broker's behalf.[^1]

If you are working independently or representing clients in real estate transactions in Tice CDP, you must hold one of these licenses.

How to Get Licensed

Step 1: Meet Eligibility Requirements
You must be at least 18 years old and a legal resident of Florida or the United States.

Step 2: Complete Pre-Licensing Education
Complete a state-approved real estate pre-licensing course. This education requirement is set by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

Step 3: Pass the State Exam
Pass the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) licensing exam administered by an approved testing vendor.

Step 4: Apply with DBPR
Submit your application to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. As a sales associate, you must also designate an employing broker. As a broker, you must meet additional experience requirements set by state law.

The specific exam content, course providers, and application procedures are determined by state law and administered by DBPR, not locally. Contact the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation for current application procedures and exam schedules.

Local Requirements

Tice CDP is located in Lee County, Florida. Local real estate transaction requirements, including any local licensing amendments or additional disclosures, may be found in the Tice Municipal Code.

Review the Tice Municipal Code and contact the Tice Building Department to confirm whether any local amendments or additional local requirements apply to real estate activities conducted within the town limits.

Exemptions

The following are exempt from licensing requirements under state law:[^1]

• Owners selling or renting their own property
• Attorneys licensed to practice law in Florida when performing real estate services as part of their legal practice
• On-site property managers employed by property owners to manage specific properties
• Persons assisting in real estate transactions without compensation

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

[^1]: Fla. Stat. § 489.105 — Definitions

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