Real Estate Licensing in Miami Springs, Florida

Who Needs a License

In Florida, a real estate license is required to act as a broker, sales associate, or officer on behalf of a broker in transactions involving the sale, purchase, exchange, lease, or rental of real property. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, a "real estate broker" is defined as any person, partnership, or corporation that for compensation or valuable consideration acts or offers to act as an intermediary between parties in a real estate transaction, or who holds themselves out as engaged in the business of buying, selling, exchanging, renting, or leasing real property.

A "sales associate" is defined as any individual employed by or associated with a broker for the purpose of selling, buying, exchanging, renting, or leasing real property on behalf of the broker. This includes both brokers and sales associates must be licensed before conducting business.

How to Get Licensed

Real estate licensing is administered by the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) under the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

Steps to obtain a license:

  1. Complete prelicensing education: Take a state-approved real estate pre-license course (40 hours for sales associates).
  2. Apply with DBPR: Submit your application through the DBPR online system.
  3. Pass the state exam: Score 75% or higher on the Florida Real Estate Licensing Exam.
  4. Affiliate with a broker: You must work under an active Florida real estate broker.
  5. Receive your license: Upon approval, DBPR issues your license.

Refer to Fla. Stat. § 489.105 for specific requirements, including education, examination, and experience standards.

Local Requirements

Miami Springs is located in Miami-Dade County. While real estate licensing is primarily regulated by the state, local requirements may apply. Consult the Miami Springs Municipal Code for any local ordinances affecting real estate activities, including local zoning restrictions, property transfer requirements, or additional compliance standards specific to Miami Springs.

Contact the Miami Springs Building Department or City Clerk for clarification on local municipal code provisions that may affect real estate transactions within city limits.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.105 provides exemptions for certain individuals, including property owners selling their own property without compensation, employees of property management companies performing ministerial acts, and certain government officials. Consult the statute for the 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

The law belongs to the people. Georgia v. Public.Resource.Org, 590 U.S. (2020)