How Do You Become A Realtor In Florida?
Florida real estate has historically been a strong business field for any businessperson seeking a stable career. With retirees who flock to Florida from other parts of the country, houses and condominiums sell well, especially as second homes for many retirees who are “snowbirds,” spending winters in Florida in second homes and summers up north. Realtors in Florida are also busy with rentals, but the recent housing slump has charged the face of real estate. Conventional wisdom might say that becoming a realtor right now would be hard. In fact, now might be the savvy moment for entering Florida real estate, as the down market gives new real estate agents a chance to build business slowly and to learn how to handle foreclosures. Step 1 Visit the Florida Division of Real Estate website (see Resources) and determine whether you meet the basic eligibility requirements to become a licensed real estate agent (also known as a “Sales Associate”). In Florida the minimum requirements include bei