Real Estate Licensing in Golden Glades CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Florida law defines a "broker" as any person who, for compensation, sells, buys, exchanges, leases, or rents real property, or who offers, attempts, or agrees to perform these services on behalf of others.[^1] A "sales associate" is any person employed by or associated with a broker who performs real estate services on the broker's behalf for compensation.[^1]

If you engage in these activities in Golden Glades CDP, you must hold a valid Florida real estate license. This includes managing property transactions, listing properties, negotiating sales, or representing buyers or sellers for a fee.

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.

For a Sales Associate License:
1. Complete a 63-hour pre-license course from an approved provider
2. Pass the Florida Real Estate Sales Associate Exam
3. Apply through the DBPR with fingerprint-based background screening
4. Affiliate with an active Florida broker within 6 months of license issuance

For a Broker License:
1. Hold an active Florida sales associate license for at least 12 months in the 5-year period before application (or hold a broker license from another state)
2. Complete broker pre-license education
3. Pass the Florida Real Estate Broker Exam
4. Apply to the DBPR with background screening

Refer to Fla. Stat. § 489.105 for complete definitions and statutory requirements governing licensure, continuing education, and compliance obligations.

Local Requirements

Golden Glades CDP is located in Miami-Dade County. Consult the Golden Glades Municipal Code at https://library.municode.com/fl/golden-glades-cdp-florida for local zoning, property transaction, and permitting rules that may apply to real estate activities within the town.

Real estate transactions may trigger additional local requirements related to property disclosure, deed recording with the Miami-Dade County Clerk, and compliance with local land-use regulations. Contact the Golden Glades Building Department for clarification on local amendments or additional requirements specific to property transactions in the CDP.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.105 exempts certain individuals and activities from licensure. Generally, these include owners selling their own property without compensation beyond the sale proceeds, licensed attorneys performing real estate services incidental to legal practice, and certain financial institution employees. Review the statute for a complete list of exemptions applicable to your situation.

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

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