How to Get Your Florida Real Estate License in 2025: Step-by-Step Guide

Thinking of becoming a real estate agent in Florida? You’re in the right place. Whether you're looking for a flexible career, a new income stream, or a chance to help others find their dream home, real estate can be a great fit.

Here’s a simple, step-by-step guide to getting your Florida real estate license in 2025.

Step 1: Make Sure You Qualify

Before you begin, check that you meet the basic requirements:

• Be at least 18 years old

• Have a high school diploma or GED

• Have a valid Social Security number

That’s it! If you meet those three, you’re ready for the next step.

Step 2: Take the Required 63-Hour Pre-Licensing Course

You must complete a state-approved 63-hour Sales Associate Pre-License course. At our school in Orlando, we offer:

• In-person classes

• Livestream Zoom classes

• Fully online self-paced options

This course covers Florida real estate law, principles, contracts, and ethics. It ends with a course final exam, which you’ll need to pass before moving on.

📝 Pro tip: Choose a school with strong reviews, experienced instructors, and flexible formats that fit your schedule.

Step 3: Get Fingerprinted

Next, you’ll need to submit electronic fingerprints for a background check. You can do this through a provider approved by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE).

💡 Tip: Do this early—it can take a few days for the results to clear.

Step 4: Submit Your Application to the DBPR

Apply online with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). The application fee is currently $83.75.

You can apply before you finish your course, but your license won’t be issued until you’ve passed both the course exam and state exam.

Step 5: Pass the Florida Real Estate Exam

Once your application is approved, you’ll schedule your exam through Pearson VUE.

• The exam has 100 multiple-choice questions

• You need a score of 75% or higher to pass

📚 Our school provides practice exams and review sessions to help you feel confident and prepared.

Step 6: Activate Your License

After passing the state exam, you’re ready to activate your license! You’ll need to be sponsored by a licensed Florida real estate broker in order to practice.

Once activated, you’re officially a Florida real estate agent—welcome to the industry!

Ready to Get Started?

We’ve helped thousands of students in Orlando and across Florida launch their real estate careers. Whether you prefer to learn in-person, online, or live via Zoom, our flexible course options make it easy to start on your schedule.

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