How to Get Your Florida Real Estate License (And Start a Career in Jacksonville, St. Augustine, or Orange Park)
What are the steps to get a Florida real estate license and begin working as an agent in the Jacksonville area?
To get your Florida real estate license, you’ll need to complete a 63-hour pre-licensing course, pass the state exam, get fingerprinted, and submit your license application. Once you're licensed, the next big decision is choosing the right brokerage to launch your career.
Step-by-Step: How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Florida
If you're based in or around Jacksonville, St. Augustine, or Orange Park, here's what the process typically looks like:
Take the Required Course
Complete a 63-hour Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) approved pre-licensing course—this can be done online or in person.Pass the Course Exam
You'll need to score at least 70% to move on to the next step.Submit Your Fingerprints
This background check is part of the licensing process and must be completed before your state exam.Apply for the State Exam
Submit your application to the DBPR and schedule your exam. A passing score is 75%.Activate Your License with a Brokerage
Once you pass, you'll need to affiliate with a brokerage to begin working as an agent.
Why Your First Brokerage Matters
Your choice of brokerage can shape your entire career. New agents in Northeast Florida benefit most from a team that offers:
Mentorship and personalized training
Systems to help you generate leads
A culture where you're not just a number
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're exploring how to become a real estate agent in Florida and want guidance tailored to the Jacksonville, St. Augustine, or Orange Park market, you’ll find everything you need at CrossView Realty.
Visit www.joincrossviewrealty.com/not-licensed-yet
There, you'll get a step-by-step guide, tips for new agents, and a local team ready to support your journey from day one.
