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Florida Real Estate License Law (Chapter 475) Practice

The Florida sales associate exam is built on Chapter 475, Part I of the Florida Statutes and Chapter 61J2 of the Florida Administrative Code. The five license-law areas of the DBPR outline add up to 30% of the exam.

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Where license law sits on the exam

License Law and Qualifications for Licensure (6%), Real Estate License Law and Commission Rules (2%), Authorized Relationships, Duties and Disclosures (7%), Real Estate Brokerage Activities and Procedures (12%), and Violations of License Law, Penalties and Procedures (3%).

The Florida Real Estate Commission

Under F.S. 475.02, FREC has seven members appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate, for 4-year terms. Four must be brokers licensed for the past 5 years, one must be a broker or sales associate licensed for the past 2 years, and two must never have been licensees. At least one member must be 60 or older.

Brokerage relationships

Under F.S. 475.278, a Florida licensee may work as a transaction broker or a single agent. Dual agency is not allowed. Unless a different relationship is set up in writing, licensees are presumed to be transaction brokers.

Escrow deposits

A sales associate must give a deposit to the broker by the end of the next business day (rule 61J2-14.009). The broker must place it in escrow immediately, which the rules define as by the end of the third business day (rule 61J2-14.008). Weekends and legal holidays do not count.

How to study it

Learn the numbers (members, years, days) and the reasons behind them. Then practice applying them to short situations, the way the exam asks.

Original sample practice questions

Study examples from the learner-approved practice bank. These are not live exam questions. Open each answer to see the explanation and source reference.

1. An applicant for a Florida sales associate license is 17 years old, has completed the required prelicensing course, and otherwise appears qualified. What is the best conclusion?

  1. The applicant may be licensed if a parent signs the application.
  2. The applicant qualifies if the employing broker provides supervision.
  3. The applicant does not meet the minimum age qualification for licensure.
  4. The applicant may be licensed after passing the state examination.
Show answer and explanation

Answer C. A natural-person applicant must be at least 18 years old. Completing education or obtaining broker supervision does not replace the statutory age requirement.

Source: Florida Statutes §475.17(1)(a)

2. How are Florida Real Estate Commission members appointed, and how long is each term?

  1. The Senate elects members for staggered 6-year terms
  2. The Governor appoints members subject to Senate confirmation for 4-year terms
  3. The Governor appoints members without Senate confirmation for 4-year terms
  4. The Secretary of the department appoints members for 2-year terms
Show answer and explanation

Answer B. Commission members are appointed by the Governor, subject to Senate confirmation, and serve 4-year terms.

Source: Fla. Stat. § 475.02(1)-(2)

3. A licensee begins working with a residential buyer but has not established any relationship in writing. Which brokerage relationship is presumed?

  1. No brokerage relationship
  2. Transaction brokerage
  3. Disclosed dual agency
  4. Single agency
Show answer and explanation

Answer B. Florida presumes transaction brokerage unless a single-agent or no-brokerage relationship has been established in writing with the customer.

Source: Fla. Stat. § 475.278(1)(b)

4. A sales associate personally receives a buyer’s earnest-money check on Monday, and Tuesday is a regular business day. By when must the associate deliver the check to the broker or employer?

  1. By the end of Tuesday
  2. By the end of Monday
  3. By the closing date
  4. By the end of Wednesday
Show answer and explanation

Answer A. A sales associate must deliver a received deposit to the broker or employer by the end of the next business day after receipt.

Source: 61J2-14.009 Florida Administrative Code, latest adopted text; effective date verified October 26, 2026. Rule 61J2-14.009, F.A.C.

5. A person performs brokerage services in Florida without holding a valid, current active broker or sales associate license. What is the most accurate consequence under Chapter 475?

  1. The person commits only an administrative violation
  2. The person commits a third-degree felony
  3. The person is liable only if a consumer proves monetary loss
  4. The person commits a second-degree misdemeanor in every case
Show answer and explanation

Answer B. Operating as a broker or sales associate without a valid, current active license is specifically classified as a third-degree felony. This criminal classification is distinct from administrative discipline of licensees and from Recovery Fund reimbursement.

Source: Fla. Stat. § 475.42(1)(a)

Frequently asked questions

How many members does FREC have?

Seven, under F.S. 475.02.

Is dual agency allowed in Florida?

No. Dual agency is prohibited. Florida law provides for transaction brokerage, single agency and no-brokerage relationships, each with its required duties and disclosures (F.S. 475.278).

When must a sales associate turn in a deposit?

By the end of the next business day after receiving it (rule 61J2-14.009).

How much of the exam is license law?

The five license-law areas in the DBPR outline total 30%.

Official sources

Source information reviewed November 11, 2026. Policies can change; confirm requirements with the licensing agency before booking.

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