Real Estate Licensing in Pace CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Under Florida law, a real estate broker or salesperson must hold an active license to engage in real estate transactions. Fla. Stat. § 489.105 defines a "real estate broker" as any person who, for compensation, sells, exchanges, purchases, rents, or leases real property or a business opportunity, or who offers or attempts to do so, or who holds themselves out as engaged in such activity.

A "real estate salesperson" is a natural person who, for compensation and under the direction of a broker, performs any of these functions on behalf of the broker. If you are representing clients or the public in real estate transactions in Pace CDP or elsewhere in Florida, you must be licensed.

How to Get Licensed

Real estate licensing in Florida is administered by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), not by local municipal authorities.

Step 1: Pre-Licensing Education
Complete a state-approved pre-licensing course. Different courses apply depending on whether you're seeking a broker or salesperson license.

Step 2: Exam
Pass the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) exam administered by DBPR.

Step 3: Application
Submit your application to DBPR with proof of education completion and exam passage.

Step 4: Sponsorship (Salesperson Only)
If applying as a salesperson, you must be sponsored by an active broker before your license is issued.

Consult Fla. Stat. § 489.105 for specific experience requirements, which vary by license type and may include work experience in real estate or related fields.

Local Requirements

Pace CDP is located in Santa Rosa County. Real estate licensing is entirely a state matter under Florida statute; however, local code may address business licensing at the municipal level.

Review the Pace Municipal Code for any local business tax receipt requirements or amendments that may apply to real estate professionals operating in Pace CDP.

For questions specific to Pace CDP operations, contact the Pace Building Department or the Santa Rosa County Building Department.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.105 exempts certain individuals and activities from licensing requirements, including:

Review the statute for the complete list and specific conditions 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)