Real Estate Licensing in Hurlburt Field CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Under Florida law, a real estate license is required for any person who, for compensation, sells, exchanges, purchases, rents, or leases real property, or who negotiates or offers to negotiate such transactions on behalf of others.[^1] This includes real estate brokers and sales associates.

A broker is defined as a person who engages in the business of selling, buying, exchanging, renting, or leasing real property for others and who receives or expects to receive compensation.[^1] A sales associate is a person employed by a broker to perform these activities under the broker's supervision.[^1]

How to Get Licensed

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

For Sales Associates:
- Pass the Florida Real Estate Sales Associate Exam
- Complete 63 hours of approved pre-licensing education
- Submit application to DBPR with proof of exam passage and education completion
- Applicant must be at least 18 years old and be sponsored by a licensed broker

For Brokers:
- Pass the Florida Real Estate Broker Exam
- Complete 72 hours of approved broker education
- Have a minimum of 24 months of active experience as a licensed sales associate within the 5-year period preceding application
- Submit application to DBPR with proof of exam passage, education completion, and work experience
- Maintain a trust account for client funds

Contact the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Real Estate for current exam schedules, approved education providers, and application submission.

Local Requirements

Hurlburt Field CDP is located in Okaloosa County. Real estate transactions in the municipality are subject to local regulations. Review the Hurlburt Field Municipal Code for any local amendments, additional licensing requirements, or restrictions on real estate activities within town limits. Contact the Hurlburt Field Building Department for permit requirements related to property sales or leases.

Note: Hurlburt Field CDP may have restrictions due to its status as a Census Designated Place with military proximity. Verify all local ordinances before conducting real estate business.

Exemptions

The following are exempt from Florida real estate licensing requirements:[^1]

• Owners of real property selling or leasing their own property
• Attorneys licensed in Florida when performing real estate services as part of legal practice
• Persons employed by licensed brokers performing only administrative or clerical duties
• Persons acting as property managers under specific conditions defined by statute

[^1]: Fla. Stat. § 489.105 — Definitions

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
• Hurlburt Field Municipal Code

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