Real Estate Licensing in Dundee, Florida

Who Needs a License

Under Florida law, a real estate broker or sales associate must hold a valid license to sell, buy, exchange, rent, or lease real property on behalf of another for compensation. Fla. Stat. § 489.105 defines a "broker" as any person who, for another and for a fee, commission, or other valuable consideration, sells or offers to sell, buys or offers to buy, or negotiates the purchase, sale, or exchange of real property. A "sales associate" is any person who performs licensed activities on behalf of a broker.

Any individual or entity engaged in real estate transactions in Dundee must comply with Florida's licensing requirements. This applies whether you operate independently or under a brokerage firm.

How to Get Licensed

Step 1: Meet Eligibility Requirements
You must be at least 18 years old and a Florida resident or have established a registered agent in Florida.

Step 2: Complete Pre-Licensing Education
Pass the required 63-hour real estate sales associate course through a Florida-approved provider.

Step 3: Pass the State Exam
Take and pass the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) state licensing examination.

Step 4: Apply with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)
Submit your application, exam results, and fees to DBPR's Division of Real Estate. Fla. Stat. § 489.105 governs this process.

Step 5: Affiliate with a Broker
You cannot operate independently. You must work under an active Florida broker.

Contact DBPR directly for current fees, application deadlines, and exam scheduling.

Local Requirements

Dundee is located in Polk County, Florida. Real estate practitioners operating in Dundee must comply with Dundee Municipal Code provisions. Practitioners should review the Dundee Municipal Code for any local amendments, office location requirements, or signage regulations specific to the town.

For questions on local zoning, property use restrictions, or municipal permits related to real estate transactions, contact the Dundee Building Department.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, exemptions from licensing include:

• Owners selling or leasing their own property
• Attorneys licensed to practice law in Florida, when performing services in connection with their practice
• On-site property managers of residential apartments or condominiums employed by the owner
• Persons acting in a fiduciary capacity (executors, trustees, administrators)

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
• Dundee Municipal Code

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