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Powerhouse Real Estate School in Clermont, Florida offers in-person, virtual, and on-demand courses to help you earn your Florida real estate license and launch your career with confidence. From pre-license education and exam prep to fingerprinting, applications, and career coaching, we guide you through every step to build a strong foundation for lasting success.

How to Get Your Real Estate License

Starting your real estate career is easier than you think. Here are the four key steps to get licensed and start building your business.

EDUCATION

Register for and complete the state-required 63-hour Pre-License class with a Florida Real Estate Commission–approved school like Powerhouse Real Estate School.

EDUCATION

Next, you’ll need to have your fingerprints scanned by a state-approved vendor for your background check, then complete the RE-1 license application at MyFloridaLicense.com and pay the required fee.

EDUCATION

Once the State has approved your application and you’ve passed the pre-license class, you’ll receive an email to schedule your schedule your Florida real estate exam with Pearson VUE.

EDUCATION

Now that all the pre-license stuff is done now is the time to interview brokerages and find the best place to hand your license to begin your real estate career.

STEP ONE:

Pre-License Education

The Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) requires all applicants seeking a sales associate license to complete the FREC I Pre-License Course, a 63-hour program that includes 60 hours of classroom instruction and a 100-question multiple-choice exam. To successfully complete the course, students may miss no more than 8 hours of instruction and must pass the end-of-course exam with a score of 70% or higher.

STEP TWO:

Fingerprints + Application

Once you’ve completed your pre-license course, the next step is to submit your fingerprints and apply for your Florida real estate license through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR):

MANDATORY DISCLOSURE ITEMS

When applying for your license, you will be required to disclose the following items:

  • Been denied a real estate license in Florida or any other state

  • Previously been found guilty, entered a plea of guilty, or pleaded nolo contendere (no contest) to a crime.

    Have entered a plea of guilty

  • Been convicted of a crime where adjudication was withheld.

  • Have entered a plea of nolo contendere

NOTE: If any of the above apply, you’ll need to submit original court records and documentation with your license application.

PRO TIP: The Department of Business and Professional Regulation accepts electronic fingerprinting service offered by Livescan Service Provider that are approved by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and listed at their site.

You can view the provider options and contact information at Livescan Service Provider List.

All applicants must have their fingerprints scanned by a state-approved vendor for an FBI/FDLE background check.

  • Proof of US Citizenship is not required to obtain a Florida real estate license.

  • Applicants must have a valid Social Security Number or Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)

  • If you have a court-ordered child support obligation, those payments must be current to avoid application denial.

Application Requirements

Apply online through MyFloridaLicense.com using the RE-1 Real Estate Application Form and pay the required fee.


If you have a criminal background or prior legal issues, you’ll need to disclose them during your application. Having a record does not automatically disqualify you — the Commission reviews each case individually.

STEP THREE:

Pass the State Exam

Once the State of Florida has approved your application, you’ll receive an email from Pearson VUE with instructions and a link to schedule your Florida real estate licensing exam.

  • The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions.

  • You have 3½ hours (3 hours 30 minutes) to complete it.

  • The passing score is 75%.

  • If you pass, you will only be told that you passed. They do not have access to the scores if you achieved a 75%-100% score.

  • If you did not pass, you will be given a breakdown of all 19-sections with how many questions you missed in each section.

  • There is no limit to the number of times you can take the state exam.

STEP FOUR:

Join a Brokerage

Congratulations on passing your state exam! 🎉
You’re now ready for the final step — choosing the real estate brokerage where you’ll launch your career. This is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a new agent, because your brokerage sets the tone for your training, support, and overall success in the business.

There are many brokerage models to consider — each offering different commission structures, technology tools, training programs, and levels of mentorship. Take the time to research your options and find a company whose values and business philosophy align with your goals.

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