Real Estate Licensing in Lake Kerr 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 "broker" is defined as any person who, for compensation, sells, exchanges, purchases, rents, or leases real property, or who offers, attempts, or agrees to perform these acts on behalf of others. A "sales associate" is a natural person associated with a broker who performs similar activities under the broker's supervision.

If you intend to buy, sell, lease, exchange, or list real property in Lake Kerr CDP on behalf of clients for compensation, you need a state real estate license.

How to Get Licensed

Step 1: Meet Prelicensing Requirements
Complete a 63-hour prelicensing course approved by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). This applies to sales associates. Brokers have additional experience requirements—typically 24 months of active experience as a licensed sales associate within the 5-year period preceding application.

Step 2: Pass the State Exam
After completing the course, pass the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) state exam. The exam covers Florida real estate law, real estate principles, and ethics.

Step 3: Apply to DBPR
Submit your application to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. You must apply within 12 months of passing the exam. Sales associates must be affiliated with a licensed broker at the time of application.

Step 4: Obtain Your License
Once approved, you receive your state real estate license from DBPR. This license is valid statewide, including Lake Kerr CDP.

Local Requirements

Lake Kerr CDP is located in Marion County, Florida. Real estate brokerage and sales are regulated primarily by Florida state law. For any local amendments or municipal requirements specific to Lake Kerr CDP, consult the Lake Kerr Municipal Code.

Contact the Lake Kerr Building Department or Marion County for information about local permitting or zoning matters that may affect real estate transactions within the town.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, exemptions include:
- Owners of real property selling or leasing their own property
- Salaried employees of property owners managing the owner's property
- Attorneys licensed to practice law in Florida, when performing real estate services as part of legal representation
- Auctioneers selling real property, under limited conditions

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
• Lake Kerr Municipal Code

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