Too Young to Be a Realtor in Florida? Think Again.
I'm 18—am I too young to start a real estate career in Florida?
Not at all. In fact, starting young can be a strategic advantage—if you align with the right support system. Florida law says you’re eligible at 18. What matters next is your mindset, your work ethic, and who’s helping you grow.
You're Old Enough. Now Make It Count.
In Florida, you can earn your real estate license at 18 as long as you:
Hold a high school diploma or equivalent
Complete a 63-hour pre-licensing course
Pass the Florida state licensing exam
That’s it—you’re in. But passing the test is just your first step. The real growth happens once you're in the field, building trust and sharpening your skills.
What Young Agents Worry About (and Why You Don’t Have To)
If you're 18, 19, or early 20s, you've probably asked yourself:
Will anyone take me seriously?
How do I compete with agents twice my age?
What if I mess up?
These are valid concerns. Clients may ask your age. Some may assume you lack experience. But here’s the truth: confidence, preparation, and professionalism win every time. When you know your market and show up ready to serve, age becomes irrelevant.
What You Bring to the Table
Starting young gives you a head start on skills many agents are still trying to catch up on:
Digital fluency: You understand how people connect and search online
Social media presence: You know how to build visibility and influence
Energy and urgency: You’re ready to hustle and open to learning fast
Youth isn’t a liability—it’s momentum. You just need the right framework to channel it.
How to Fast-Track Credibility
Being young means you’ll need to build trust early. Here’s how to do it:
Partner with a brokerage that invests in new agents
Practice scripts until your delivery feels natural and confident
Shadow experienced agents to learn from real transactions
Study your local market—know the numbers and neighborhoods cold
Gather testimonials early, even from mentors or training clients
Reputation grows quickly when you're consistent, prepared, and genuinely helpful.
What We Do at CrossView Realty
At CrossView Realty in Jacksonville, we’ve hired agents straight out of high school—and helped them launch real, lasting careers. We don’t judge based on age. We look for drive, coachability, and character.
We understand the early hurdles: how to handle your first client meeting, what to say when someone questions your experience, how to overcome the "you’re too young" objection with calm confidence. And we train you for all of it.
Here’s what you’ll get:
Personalized mentorship from experienced agents
Targeted training on contracts, conversations, and client handling
Marketing support to build a professional, consistent presence
A culture that values growth over ego
We don’t expect perfection. We expect progress.
Final Takeaway
You are not too young to be a real estate agent in Florida. If you're 18 and ready to learn, work, and grow, this can be the start of something powerful. Your age doesn’t disqualify you—it just means your career can start sooner.
Let’s Talk About Your Career
If you’re thinking about real estate and want to talk through your options, let’s have a real conversation about what it takes—and how we can help.
Submit the “Request a Meeting” form at https://www.joincrossviewrealty.com to schedule a confidential meeting with Jennifer Hendry, Broker-Steward of CrossView Realty in Jacksonville, FL.
