On the Official Internet Site of the Florida Legislature, the 2012 Statutes are listed for the Division of Real Estate. This is just a sampling of the “Statute 455.225 Disciplinary proceedings.” “A formal hearing before an administrative law judge from the Division of Administrative Hearings shall be held pursuant to chapter 120 if there are […]
Tag Archives: Florida real estate license
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Oct
Florida Real Estate/Appraisal Boards and DUIs
The following question and answer appeared on the Florida Realtor’s Website: Q: I am a real estate broker and an appraiser. I just entered a plea of nolo contendere to DUI (a misdemeanor). Is there a duty to report this misdemeanor to the Florida Real Estate Commission or the Florida Real Estate Appraisal Board? A: […]
15
Apr
When is a License Required to Sell Real Estate in Florida?
The following guidlines were obtained from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulations (DBPR) website. It is meant to be a guide, it is not all inclusive. Real Estate Broker is defined as an individual or entity that performs the services of real estate on behalf of another person, for compensation. The term “real estate” […]
2
Dec
Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation Improves Online Applications for Six Professions
It is important for those seeking Florida licenses to know that Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation announced improved online applications for electrical contractors, harbor pilots, veterinarians, community association managers, talent agents and athlete agents. The new online functions will make the licensing and renewal process easier, faster and more cost-effective. “This enhancement will […]
12
Aug
2010/2011 Real Estate and Appraiser Instructor Seminars Announced by Florida’s Division of Real Estate
ORLANDO—In July, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s Division of Real Estate announced the 2010/2011 Real Estate and Appraiser Instructor Seminars. The division will hold four one-day seminars in Miami, Clearwater, Orlando and Tallahassee. For the first time, the division is partnering with Florida Realtors® to hold an instructor seminar in conjunction with the Florida […]
25
Mar
Becoming A Real Estate Agent In Florida
A seven member Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) functions under The Florida State Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), Division of Real Estate. The commission is made up of five real estate licensees that have each been licensees for at least five years, and two persons that have never been licensees. The Florida Real […]