Real Estate Licensing in Coral Gables city, Florida

Who Needs a License

Florida law requires licensing for individuals who, for compensation, sell, purchase, exchange, rent, or lease real property; advertise real estate; or negotiate or attempt to negotiate transactions involving real property. [Fla. Stat. § 489.105]

A "real estate broker" is defined as a person who employs licensed sales associates or operates as a sole proprietor engaged in the business of selling, purchasing, exchanging, or renting real property. A "sales associate" works under a broker's supervision. [Fla. Stat. § 489.105]

Any person representing clients in real property transactions in Coral Gables must hold the appropriate state license before conducting business.

How to Get Licensed

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

Steps:

1. Pre-licensing education: Complete a 63-hour pre-licensing course (for sales associates) or broker education requirements through an approved Florida education provider.

2. Examination: Pass the Florida Real Estate Commission exam. Sales associates and brokers take different exams; both test knowledge of Florida Statutes Chapter 475 (Real Estate License Law) and related regulations.

3. Application: Submit your application to DBPR with proof of education completion, exam passage, and required fees.

4. Sponsorship (sales associates): Before licensing, identify a broker who will sponsor you. Brokers must maintain an active license and supervise all sales associates.

Contact the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation for current exam dates, course providers, and application procedures.

Local Requirements

Coral Gables follows state licensing requirements under Florida Statutes. The city enforces real estate activity compliance through its municipal code.

Refer to the Coral Gables Municipal Code for any local ordinances governing real estate transactions, property standards, or contractor conduct within city limits. Check this code for amendments or additional local requirements beyond state law.

For permits related to property improvements or construction following real estate transactions, contact the Coral Gables Building Department.

Exemptions

Per Florida Statutes, the following are exempt from licensing requirements:

• Persons acting as principals for themselves (selling or leasing their own property without representing others for compensation)
• Attorneys licensed in Florida acting within their legal capacity
• Employees of utility companies, railroads, or banks managing their employer's real property in the ordinary course of business
• Property managers acting under specific exemptions defined in statute [Fla. Stat. § 489.105]

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
• Coral Gables Municipal Code

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