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Real Estate Broker License in Florida

Quick Answer

To obtain a Real Estate Broker in Florida, review the requirements from FL Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation~Division of Professions.

Background Check
Required

Requirements

Real Estate Broker license in Florida

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Education
No educational requirements
Exam
No exam required
Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
Continuing Education
No continuing education requirement to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval

Licensing Agency

FL Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation~Division of Professions

Real Estate Broker Salary in Florida

Entry Level

$46,070

Median

$60,430

Experienced

$178,780

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Real Estate Broker in Florida.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    No educational requirements

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    No criminal record prohibitions

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    No exam required

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.