Florida Real Estate License Reciprocity
FL license reciprocity (Section 475.180): out-of-state licensees from mutual recognition states get streamlined FL licensing. States: AL, AR, CT, GA, IL, IN, MS, NE, and others. Must pass 40-question FL law exam and apply to DBPR. FL-specific topics: homestead, doc stamps, Johnson v. Davis, FAR/BAR contracts, and escrow. Complete FL CE and comply with advertising rules.
Requirements
- Active license in mutual recognition state
- Pass FL-specific exam (40 questions)
- Apply to DBPR, pay fees
FL Topics Tested
- Homestead, doc stamps
- Johnson v. Davis, radon, lead paint
- FAR/BAR contracts, escrow
Two-Way
- FL licensees can apply in partner states
- Each state has own exam
- Not all states have reciprocity
Related Terms
- RE Commission — Broker fees
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Reviewed by the attorneys at Barnes Walker, Goethe, Shea & Robinson, PLLC