Real Estate Licensing in Union Park CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Florida law requires a license for any person who, for compensation, sells, purchases, exchanges, leases, or rents real property, or offers or attempts to do so. [Fla. Stat. § 489.105(1)(a)] This includes real estate brokers and sales associates. Activities that constitute "practice as a broker" or "practice as a sales associate" are regulated trades under Florida statute.

If you are engaged in real estate transactions in Union Park CDP, you must hold an active, valid license issued by the State of Florida.

How to Get Licensed

  1. Apply through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). The DBPR administers real estate licensing in Florida.

  2. Meet pre-licensing education requirements. You must complete the required coursework for either a broker or sales associate license before taking the state exam.

  3. Pass the state exam. The Florida Real Estate Commission administers the licensing exam. You must pass to receive your license.

  4. Submit your application with proof of education completion, exam passage, and any other required documentation to DBPR.

  5. Pay applicable fees. License fees are set by state statute.

Reference [Fla. Stat. § 489.105] for definitions and licensing requirements. Contact DBPR or visit their website for current exam schedules, education providers, and application procedures.

Local Requirements

Union Park CDP is located in Orange County, Florida. Building permits and land use matters are handled by Orange County or the Union Park municipal authority, depending on the jurisdiction over the specific property.

Consult the Union Park Municipal Code for any local amendments, zoning restrictions, or additional municipal requirements that may affect real estate transactions or property listings within Union Park CDP.

Contact the Union Park Building Department or Orange County Building Department to determine which office has jurisdiction over your property and to obtain required permits for development or renovation activities you may handle.

Exemptions

[Fla. Stat. § 489.105] provides exemptions for certain activities. For example, a property owner selling their own property without compensation is generally exempt from licensing requirements. Attorneys licensed to practice law in Florida may perform certain real estate services in connection with their legal practice without a real estate license.

Consult the statute directly to confirm whether your specific activity qualifies for an exemption.

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)