Real estate reciprocity is the ability to apply for a real estate license in other states without retaking a pre-licensing course.

Florida has real estate reciprocity, also known as mutual recognition, with Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Mississippi, Nebraska, and Rhode Island.

For more information about real estate reciprocity and what states have it, visit the National Association of Realtors topic page here.

• Complete a 63-hour Pre-Licensing Course either in person or online.
• Pass the 63-hour Pre-Licensing Course End-of-Course exam with a score of 70 or higher.
• Achieve a grade of 75 or higher on the state license exam.
• Finish 45 hours of Post-License education before the first license renewal (within 18-24 months), and complete 14 hours of continuing education every 2 years thereafter.
• Be at least 18 years old and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Successfully clear a background check.
• Have a valid Social Security number.

Absolutely! You don’t need to be a resident of Florida or a citizen of the United States to get a Florida real estate license.

• A Sales Associate license is your first step into real estate work.

• To become a Broker, you need to have worked as a Sales Associate for at least 24 months within the last five years.

To obtain a license, you’ll encounter these fees:

1. Course Tuition: $149-$475*
2. Fingerprinting Fees: Live Scan Fingerprinting in Florida costs between $30 to $40 for the rolling or service fee provided to the location, plus the government fee associated with your application type, which will be $37.25 or $61.25.*
3. State Application Fee: $83.75
4. State Testing Center Fee: $57.75
5. Optional Cram Course: $199*

Total Without Cram Course: $357.75 – $717.75*

Total With Cram Course: $556.75 – $916.75*

*Please note that fees are subject to change.*

You may submit your application electronically or by mail. Instructions for each method can be found on the DBPR website here (online submissions) and here (mail submissions).

Every two years, active Brokers or Sales Associates must complete 14 hours of Commission-approved instruction, which can be done in the classroom, online, or by correspondence. This includes Commission prescribed Core Law and Ethics.

If a license isn’t renewed by the end of the licensing period, it becomes involuntarily inactive. If it’s voluntarily made inactive for over 2 years without renewal, it automatically expires. When a licensee applies to the Department to be put on inactive status after paying a fee and completing their continuing education, it’s voluntary inactive.

Once you finish your 63-hour Pre-License course, you’ll get a certificate. This certificate lasts for two years from the date of your final exam. Your state application is also valid for two years. The two-year period starts from whichever happens first: when you finish your course or when you submit your application.

You can take the state exam as many times as needed within two years. There’s no limit on attempts during this time frame.

After passing your state exam, you can hang your license with a Broker, and then you’re ready to start practicing real estate.

Attending the Real Estate School of North Central Florida doesn’t require you to join or work for Pepine Realty. There’s no automatic affiliation or employment.

However, we highly encourage you to schedule a meeting with our team to explore the exciting benefits of joining our company as a new agent. We’d love to discuss how Pepine Realty can support and empower you in your real estate career journey.

Now, the DBPR needs fingerprints in a digital form. To set up an appointment, dial 877-238-8232. You can also check the DBPR website for a list of electronic fingerprint providers across the state.

The Department of Business & Professional Regulation (DBPR) will review your background to decide if it affects your eligibility for licensure. When you apply through myfloridalicense.com, you’ll need to provide any relevant documents about your record. DBPR will then approve or deny your application. If you have a criminal record, we suggest waiting for DBPR approval before enrolling in our school.

DBPR stands for the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. For more details, you can visit myfloridalicense.com.

FREC stands for Florida Real Estate Commission. For further details, you can visit: What is the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC)?

The fee for the in-person course includes:

• Live, in-person classes
• Textbook
• Three-hour pre-licensing exam.

The fee for the live, online course includes:

• Live, online classes
• Textbook
• Three-hour pre-licensing exam.

The fee for the self-paced online course [option 1] includes:

• 63-hour online course
• Accompanying videos
• Flashcards
• Live online coaching program

The fee for the self-paced online course [option 2] includes:

• 63-hour online course
• Textbook
• Accompanying videos
• Flashcards
• Three-hour pre-licensing exam.

The fee for the self-paced online course [option 3] includes:

• 63-hour online course
• Textbook
• Accompanying videos
• Flashcards
• Live online coaching program
• Three-hour pre-licensing exam.

If you don’t pass the exam on your first try, you’ll have to wait 30 days before you can try again. You’re allowed two attempts to pass within a year. If you fail a second time, you’ll need to retake the entire course before you can try the exam again.

Unfortunately, sitting in our regular courses for exam review isn’t an option. However, we do offer a specialized cram course designed specifically for individuals preparing to take their state exams. Led by experienced state-certified instructors, our cram course provides comprehensive coverage of exam essentials, ensuring you’re fully prepared and confident on test day. It’s the perfect option for those who have completed their 63-hour education requirement or hold licenses from states with mutual recognition with Florida.

• Students who attend via livestream or online will receive their completion certificates by email after successful completion of the course and exam.
• Students who attend in person will receive paper certificates after successful completion of the course and exam.

Our course lasts eight days and is taught in an immersive, classroom-like environment at the Pepine Realty office in Gainesville, FL. You will spend 63 hours with our team of experienced, professional instructors who will guide you through exam topics, teach key information about the business, and answer any questions you may have.

If you would like to take the course from the comfort of your home, we offer self-paced online courses where you can study independently while benefiting from comprehensive instruction.