Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I obtain my Florida Real Estate Sales Associate's license?

Chapter 475 of the Florida Statutes requires you first complete and pass the 63-classroom hour Pre-licensing Sales Associate course. Then you must pass the Florida Real Estate Sales Associate's state exam. Once you pass the state exam, you activate your license by working with a registered Florida Real Estate Broker or an owner/developer.

2. What are the pre-requisite requirements for obtaining a Florida Real Estate Sales Associate's license?

You must be at least 18 years of age or older and have a high school diploma or equivalency. You must complete and pass the pre-licensing course and the Florida Real Estate Associate's state exam.

3. What are the pre-requisite requirements for obtaining my Florida Real Estate Broker's license?

Your Sales Associate's license must be active for 6 months (during a 5-year period) and you have to pass the Sales Associate's Post-License course to qualify for registration of the Broker's class. Your Sales Associate License must be registered with FREC for a total of 12 months within a 5-year period for you to take the Real Estate Broker's state exam.

4. How do I submit my application to the state of Florida to obtain my real estate license?

There are two ways to submit your application to the state of Florida. The quickest way would be to complete your application online at www.myflorida.com (you still must follow up in the mail with your fingerprint card and notarized affidavit). Completing the application online will take approximately 4 weeks for approval. You can also print an application at www.myflorida.com and mail your application in with the application fee. When you submit your application by mail, it will take up to 6 weeks to receive an approval from FREC.

5. Where is the state exam given?

The closest location to our school is off of International Drive in Orlando, FL. However, there are several locations in and around the Florida metropolitan area. You choose the location and the date and time you wish to take the exam after your application is approved. The state exam is given 6 days a week.

6. How long is the state exam for Real Estate Sales Associate, and how is the test administered?

The state exam is 100 questions multiple choice, and you are given 3 ½ hours to complete the test.
The test will be administered either on a touch screen computer or a paper test.

7. When will I receive my grade for the state exam for Real Estate Sales Associate?

If you take the test on the touch screen computer, you will be notified that day. If you take the paper test it could take up to 3 weeks for you to receive your grade, and you will be notified by mail.

8. What will I be able to do with my Florida Real Estate Sales Associate's license?

This license will allow you to participate in selling and listing residential, commercial and industrial property, vacant land, timeshares, rent and manage real property as long as you have your license placed under the supervision of a licensed real estate broker or an owner/developer.

9. What will I be able to do with my Florida Real Estate Broker's license?

This license will allow you to open your own Real Estate business and hire sales associates to work for you.

10. If I have a real estate license in another state, what are the requirements for me to obtain my Florida Real Estate Sales Associate's license?

If you have a real estate license in Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Nebraska, Oklahoma or Tennessee you may qualify for a Florida real estate license under the Mutual Recognition Program. For more information, please call the Florida Real Estate Commission at (407) 245-0800.

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