The path to becoming a Florida Real Estate agent is really quite straight forward. The criteria to become a licensed real estate professional is:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have a high school diploma or its equivalent
- Have a Social Security Number
- Pass a fingerprint background screening
- Complete a 63 hour pre-licensing class from a DBPR approved real estate school
- Pass the state exam with a 75% accuracy or higher
Candidates must apply for their license on the Department of Business and Professional Regulation website. MyFloridaLicense.com serves applicants seeking:
- Initial licensing
- Non-resident candidates from mutual recognition states
- Active duty military (or spouse) candidates eligible for reciprocity