If you are asking how to get a Florida real estate license, this step-by-step guide breaks down the exact sequence, realistic timelines, and the most common bottlenecks so you can plan with confidence.
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Road to Licensure
Florida follows a clear six-step sequence. Here is the same road-to-licensure path we share with students:
Road to licensure
Six steps to get licensed
Follow the same milestone sequence that Florida uses to approve new Sales Associates.
Register with DBPR
Submit your sales associate application and pay the state fee.
Complete the 63-hour course
Finish the REOS academy modules (in English or Spanish) and study with the coach.
Pass the REOS final exam
Score 70%+ on our proctored final to unlock your completion certificate.
Submit fingerprinting
We guide you through the Livescan process so DBPR can clear your background.
Pass the state exam
Take the Pearson VUE exam. Our simulations mirror the weighting and interface.
Get hired → activate license
Choose a brokerage, file the activation paperwork, and start closing deals.
Step-by-step timeline to get licensed
Most students finish in 6-12 weeks. Your course pace and exam scheduling are the two biggest time variables.
Step 1: Complete the 63-hour pre-licensing course (2-4 weeks)
Florida requires a 63-hour course from a state-approved provider. Set a consistent weekly study schedule to shorten this phase.
Step 2: Pass the course final exam (same week)
You must pass the course final exam before the state will approve you to take the state exam.
Step 3: Submit the DBPR application (1-2 weeks)
Apply through DBPR with accurate personal details, education verification, and background questions. Errors here can delay approval.
Step 4: Complete fingerprints (2-10 days)
Schedule electronic fingerprints with a Livescan vendor. Processing times vary, so plan this early.
Step 5: Schedule and pass the state exam (1-3 weeks)
Once you receive your Authorization to Test, book your Pearson VUE exam. Popular test centers can fill quickly.
Step 6: Affiliate with a broker and activate your license (1-2 weeks)
Your license is issued as inactive until you affiliate with a sponsoring broker. Interviewing brokerages can add time if you compare options.
Checklist of required documents and details
Gather these items before you apply:
- Government-issued ID
- Social Security number
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Course completion certificate
- Payment method for state fees
Common delays and how to avoid them
Incomplete applications, fingerprint backlogs, and limited exam appointments cause most delays. Finish your course first, submit accurate application details, and schedule fingerprints early.
Want a guided timeline? Enroll in Casa Academy and follow our step-by-step roadmap.
FAQs
Q: How long does it take to get a Florida real estate license?
A: Many students finish in 6-12 weeks, depending on course pace, application processing, and exam availability.
Q: Can I get a Florida real estate license online?
A: Yes. The 63-hour pre-licensing course can be completed online with a state-approved provider.
Q: What is the minimum passing score for the course final exam?
A: Most providers require a 70% passing score on the course final exam.
Q: When can I schedule the state exam?
A: You can schedule the state exam after your DBPR application is approved and you receive Authorization to Test.
Q: What happens after I pass the state exam?
A: Your license is issued as inactive until you affiliate with a sponsoring broker and activate it.
Ready to take the first step? Enroll in the Casa Academy course and start your Florida real estate license journey.