Real Estate Licensing in Country Club CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Real estate professionals in Country Club CDP must be licensed to engage in brokerage activities. Under Florida law, a "real estate 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 services on behalf of others.[^1] A "real estate salesperson" is a person who performs these activities under the direction of a broker and for compensation.[^1]

If you work as an independent agent or manage a brokerage in Country Club CDP, you need state licensure. This applies whether you operate an office in the community or conduct business affecting properties here.

How to Get Licensed

Florida real estate licensing is administered by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

Steps:

1. Complete pre-licensing education. Take an approved 63-hour broker course or 12-hour salesperson course from a state-approved school.

2. Pass the state exam. DBPR administers the licensing examination. You must pass to receive your license.

3. Apply to DBPR. Submit your application, exam results, and fees to the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Brokers must also identify a registered principal broker.

4. Obtain your license. Upon approval, DBPR issues your license. Licenses are valid for two years and require renewal with continuing education.

No specific experience hours are mandated by statute for initial licensure, though brokers and salespersons must maintain active status under broker supervision.[^1]

Local Requirements

Country Club CDP is located in Miami-Dade County. Real estate brokers and salespersons must comply with applicable county regulations.

Refer to the Country Club Municipal Code to confirm any local amendments, zoning restrictions, or office registration requirements specific to Country Club CDP.

For permit or registration matters specific to the community, contact the Country Club Building Department or the Miami-Dade County Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources.

Exemptions

Persons exempt from Florida real estate licensing include:[^1]

• Owners of property acting for themselves (not for compensation)
• Employees of property owners managing property
• Attorneys licensed to practice law in Florida (when performing services in their professional capacity)
• Persons acting under court order or public authority

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)