Real Estate Licensing in Kendall CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

In Florida, a real estate license is required for any person who, for compensation or valuable consideration, sells, exchanges, purchases, rents, or leases real property, or offers to perform these acts on behalf of others. [Fla. Stat. § 489.105] This includes brokers, sales associates, and property managers engaged in these transactions within Kendall CDP.

Unlicensed activity in real estate transactions is prohibited and subject to civil and criminal penalties under Florida law.

How to Get Licensed

State-Level Requirements:

Real estate licensing in Florida is regulated by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). To obtain a license:

1. Complete Pre-Licensing Education: Enroll in an approved real estate pre-licensing course through an authorized education provider.

2. Pass the State Exam: After completing coursework, pass the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) exam administered by Pearson VUE.

3. Affiliate with a Broker: Before receiving your license, you must affiliate with an active Florida-licensed real estate broker.

4. Apply Through DBPR: Submit your application through the DBPR website, including exam results, sponsorship from your broker, and required documentation.

5. Background Check: Undergo fingerprinting and background screening as required by Florida law.

For specific statutory requirements governing real estate professionals' qualifications, refer to [Fla. Stat. § 489.105].

Local Requirements

Kendall CDP is located in Miami-Dade County, Florida. Real estate brokerage and sales activities in Kendall are subject to state regulation; however, local municipal codes may impose additional requirements on property management, rental licensing, or local transactions.

Review the Kendall Municipal Code for any local ordinances affecting real estate operations, rental licensing, or property manager registration specific to Kendall CDP. Check with the Miami-Dade County Building Department or Kendall local government offices for any county-level regulations that may apply to real estate practitioners operating in this jurisdiction.

Exemptions

The following are exempt from real estate licensure under Florida law:

• Owners of property acting on their own behalf (not as agents for others)
• Attorneys licensed to practice law in Florida when performing real estate services as part of legal practice
• Persons handling property transactions as part of their official duties (e.g., public officials, court-appointed fiduciaries)

For complete exemptions, see [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
• Kendall Municipal Code, https://library.municode.com/fl/kendall-cdp-florida

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