Real Estate Licensing in Campbell CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Under Florida law, a real estate license is required for any person who, for compensation, sells, purchases, exchanges, rents, or leases real property, or who offers to perform these services. [Fla. Stat. § 489.105] This includes residential and commercial transactions. Unlicensed activity in real estate brokerage or sales is prohibited.

How to Get Licensed

Step 1: Meet eligibility requirements
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be a Florida resident (or comply with non-resident provisions)
- Complete required pre-licensing education

Step 2: Complete education
Contact the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) to identify approved pre-licensing course providers. Courses cover state law, contracts, ethics, and local real estate practices.

Step 3: Pass the state exam
After completing education, apply to take the Florida Real Estate Commission exam administered by DBPR. The exam covers Florida Statutes Chapter 475 and administrative rules.

Step 4: Apply for licensure
Submit your exam results and application to DBPR. You must be sponsored by a licensed Florida broker to activate your license as a sales associate or broker.

Step 5: Broker sponsorship
Before working, secure sponsorship from a licensed Florida real estate broker. The broker registers you with DBPR.

For detailed application procedures and current exam schedules, contact the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Regulation.

Local Requirements

Campbell CDP is located in Osceola County, Florida. Real estate transactions involving property in Campbell must comply with:

• Campbell Municipal Code — review this code for any local amendments or ordinances affecting real estate sales, disclosure requirements, or transaction procedures
• Osceola County regulations for property transfers and deed recording

Contact the Campbell Building Department or Osceola County Clerk's Office for permit requirements, recording fees, and local transaction procedures specific to Campbell CDP properties.

Exemptions

The following are exempt from real estate licensing requirements:
- Licensed attorneys performing real estate services incidental to legal practice
- Owners selling or leasing their own real property (without representing other parties)
- On-site property managers employed by a single owner
- Employees of licensed brokers performing clerical tasks only
- [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
• Campbell Municipal Code, https://library.municode.com/fl/campbell-cdp-florida

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