Real Estate Licensing in Branford town, Florida
Who Needs a License
In Florida, a real estate license is required to engage in real estate brokerage or sales activities. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, a "real estate broker" is defined as any person who, for another and for a fee, commission, or other consideration, sells, exchanges, purchases, rents, or leases real property, or who negotiates or offers to negotiate the sale, exchange, purchase, rental, or lease of real property, or who advertises or holds themselves out as engaged in such activities.
A "real estate salesman" is defined as any natural person who, for another and for a fee, commission, or other consideration, performs any of the foregoing acts under the direction of a licensed broker.
If you are employed by a licensed broker and perform these activities on their behalf, you must hold an active salesman license. If you operate independently or employ others to perform these activities, you must hold a broker license.
How to Get Licensed
Real estate licensing in Florida is administered by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), Division of Real Estate.
For a Salesman License:
1. Complete a 63-hour pre-licensing course approved by the Division of Real Estate
2. Pass the Florida Real Estate Salesman Examination
3. Work under a licensed broker
4. Submit your application to DBPR
For a Broker License:
1. Hold an active salesman license for at least 24 months during the preceding 5 years, OR hold certain equivalent professional credentials
2. Complete a 72-hour broker pre-licensing course
3. Pass the Florida Real Estate Broker Examination
4. Submit your application to DBPR with broker trust account documentation
Contact DBPR at 850-487-1395 or visit their website for current application procedures, exam schedules, and approved course providers.
Local Requirements
Branford is located in Suwannee County, Florida. For local municipal requirements affecting real estate transactions, activities, or office operations in Branford, consult the Branford Municipal Code.
Any local zoning, land use, or property transaction requirements specific to Branford will be found in the municipal code. Contact the Branford Building Department for information on local land development requirements, property use classifications, or local amendments to state real estate law.
Suwannee County may also maintain county-level regulations. Verify all local and county requirements before commencing operations.
Exemptions
Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, certain activities are exempt from licensing requirements, including property management services performed by an on-site manager, transactions involving only the owner of the property (without an agent), and attorneys licensed in Florida when acting in their professional capacity.
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)