Realtor Associations
- National Association of Realtors
- Florida Realtor Association
- Pinellas Realtor Organization/Central Pasco Realtor Organization
- Tampa Realtors Association
- West Pasco Realtor Board
- Sarasota/Manatee Realtor Organization
- Candidate Information Booklet For Sales Associate
- Candidate Information Booklet For Broker
Florida Requirement To Be A Real Estate Agent
- Complete Pre-Licensing Course
- 18 Years or Older
- High School Diploma or Equivalent*
- US Social Security Number**
- Fingerprinting (Before Application)
- FL Real Estate License Application
- Pass Course Exam (70%)
- Pass State Exam (75%)
- *Any Equivalency – Yes or No on State Application
- **US Citizenship & Florida Residency are NOT Required.
- (Apply for US Social Security Number)
Resources, How to Become a Florida Real Esate Agent
Real Estate Training School, Clearwater (Near Tampa, Florida)
Ready to launch your Florida real estate career?
Here’s your step-by-step guide to getting licensed:
- Complete the 63-Hour Pre-License Course
- Apply for the Florida Real Estate Sales Associate Exam
- Submit Your Application & Fee
- Schedule & Pass the State Exam (Pearson VUE)
- Download & Print Your License (DBPR Website)
1. Complete the 63-Hour Pre-License Course:
Master real estate fundamentals (laws, principles, practice, and math) through a state-approved online or in-person course at a real estate school or Realtor association.
Skip this step if you’re a licensed Florida attorney.
2. Apply for the Florida Real Estate Sales Associate Exam:
Get electronically fingerprinted for a background check (required by DBPR).
3. Submit Your Application & Fee:
Apply online or mail a check/money order to DBPR. They’ll review your application and Pearson VUE will notify you when approved (typically within 10-30 days).
4. Schedule & Pass the State Exam (Pearson VUE):
You’ll receive an email with your Candidate ID number.
Schedule your exam online at PearsonVUE.com or by calling 888-204-6289. Pass the exam with a minimum score of 75 out of 100.
5. Download & Print Your License (DBPR Website):
Once you pass, download and print your official license through your secure DBPR account.
6. Affiliate with a Licensed Broker:
Partner with a licensed real estate broker to activate your license and begin practicing.
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