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09-FL-E FL Real Estate Laws & Rules Practice
Exam Questions & Answers VERIFIED
SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
09-FL-E FL Real Estate Laws & Rules Practice Exam
Exam Overview & Key Information
Category Details
Governing Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) & Department of Business and Professional
Bodies Regulation (DBPR)
Primary Laws Chapter 475, Florida Statutes (Part I) & Chapter 61J2, Florida Administrative Code
Exam Purpose Tests knowledge of Florida real estate license law, FREC rules, and administrative proced
Exam Format 40-100 questions (varies; 40 for nonresident laws & rules exam)
Passing Score 75% (30/40 correct)
Administrator Pearson VUE
FREC Composition & Authority
Based on the search results, the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) has specific membership
requirements and regulatory authority.
FREC Membership Requirements (F.S. 475.02):
Member Category Count Requirements
Real Estate Brokers 4 Active license for 5 years preceding appointment
Broker or Sales Associate 1 Active license for 2 years preceding appointment
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Member Category Count Requirements
Consumer Members 2 Never been brokers or sales associates
• Members are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate
• Terms are 4 years
• At least one member must be 60 years of age or older
• FREC meets monthly (typically on the third Wednesday and preceding Tuesday)
FREC Powers & Duties:
• Regulate and enforce license laws (Chapter 475, Part I)
• Enact administrative rules (Chapter 61J2, F.A.C.)
• Foster education
• Approve applications
• Determine license law violations and administer penalties
Statutory Framework:
• FREC also operates under Chapters 455, 215, 120, and 20, Florida Statutes
• Delegation of duties (except disciplinary powers and rulemaking) may be delegated to
members by resolution; the Chair may exercise such duties without a resolution
Nonresident Licensure Requirements
Under Florida Administrative Code 61J2-26.001, nonresident applicants seeking licensure under
F.S. 475.180 must pass a written examination on Florida law, statutes, and administrative rules .
Nonresident Examination (F.A.C. 61J2-26.001):
• 40 questions
• Passing score: 30/40 (75%)
• Content focus: General real estate license law, with particular emphasis on Chapters
455 and 475, F.S., and Chapter 61J2, F.A.C.
Licensing Basics
Eligibility Requirements:
• Minimum age: 18 years
• High school diploma or equivalent
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• Valid U.S. Social Security number
Application Process:
• Complete 63-hour pre-licensing course
• Submit application to DBPR ($83.75 application fee)
• Complete Livescan fingerprinting/background check
• Pass the state licensing exam ($36.75 exam fee)
Administrative Rules (61J2)
61J2-10 - Operation, Business & Offices :
• 61J2-10.022 - Office
• 61J2-10.023 - Branch Office
• 61J2-10.025 - Advertising
• 61J2-10.026 - Team or Group Advertising
• 61J2-10.028 - Kickbacks or Rebates
• 61J2-10.030 - Rental Information
• 61J2-10.032 - Notice Requirements
• 61J2-10.038 - Mailing Address: Place of Practice
• 61J2-10.200 - Buyer's Affidavits
61J2-3 - Minimum Educational Requirements :
• 61J2-3.008 - Pre-licensing Education
• 61J2-3.009 - Continuing Education
• 61J2-3.010 - License Reactivation Education
• 61J2-3.011 - Continuing Education for Instructors
• 61J2-3.020 - Post-licensing Education
Practice Questions
Question 1
Which Florida agency is primarily responsible for regulating real estate licensees and enforcing
Chapter 475, Florida Statutes?
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A) Department of Financial Services
B) Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC)
C) Florida Association of Realtors
D) Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Answer: B
Rationale: The Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) is the regulatory body that protects the
public by regulating real estate sales associates, brokers, schools, and instructors. FREC
administers and enforces the real estate license law under Chapter 475, Part I .
Question 2
How many members serve on the Florida Real Estate Commission, and how are they
appointed?
A) 7 members appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate
B) 5 members appointed by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation
09-FL-E FL Real Estate Laws & Rules Practice
Exam Questions & Answers VERIFIED
SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
09-FL-E FL Real Estate Laws & Rules Practice Exam
Exam Overview & Key Information
Category Details
Governing Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) & Department of Business and Professional
Bodies Regulation (DBPR)
Primary Laws Chapter 475, Florida Statutes (Part I) & Chapter 61J2, Florida Administrative Code
Exam Purpose Tests knowledge of Florida real estate license law, FREC rules, and administrative proced
Exam Format 40-100 questions (varies; 40 for nonresident laws & rules exam)
Passing Score 75% (30/40 correct)
Administrator Pearson VUE
FREC Composition & Authority
Based on the search results, the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) has specific membership
requirements and regulatory authority.
FREC Membership Requirements (F.S. 475.02):
Member Category Count Requirements
Real Estate Brokers 4 Active license for 5 years preceding appointment
Broker or Sales Associate 1 Active license for 2 years preceding appointment
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Member Category Count Requirements
Consumer Members 2 Never been brokers or sales associates
• Members are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate
• Terms are 4 years
• At least one member must be 60 years of age or older
• FREC meets monthly (typically on the third Wednesday and preceding Tuesday)
FREC Powers & Duties:
• Regulate and enforce license laws (Chapter 475, Part I)
• Enact administrative rules (Chapter 61J2, F.A.C.)
• Foster education
• Approve applications
• Determine license law violations and administer penalties
Statutory Framework:
• FREC also operates under Chapters 455, 215, 120, and 20, Florida Statutes
• Delegation of duties (except disciplinary powers and rulemaking) may be delegated to
members by resolution; the Chair may exercise such duties without a resolution
Nonresident Licensure Requirements
Under Florida Administrative Code 61J2-26.001, nonresident applicants seeking licensure under
F.S. 475.180 must pass a written examination on Florida law, statutes, and administrative rules .
Nonresident Examination (F.A.C. 61J2-26.001):
• 40 questions
• Passing score: 30/40 (75%)
• Content focus: General real estate license law, with particular emphasis on Chapters
455 and 475, F.S., and Chapter 61J2, F.A.C.
Licensing Basics
Eligibility Requirements:
• Minimum age: 18 years
• High school diploma or equivalent
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• Valid U.S. Social Security number
Application Process:
• Complete 63-hour pre-licensing course
• Submit application to DBPR ($83.75 application fee)
• Complete Livescan fingerprinting/background check
• Pass the state licensing exam ($36.75 exam fee)
Administrative Rules (61J2)
61J2-10 - Operation, Business & Offices :
• 61J2-10.022 - Office
• 61J2-10.023 - Branch Office
• 61J2-10.025 - Advertising
• 61J2-10.026 - Team or Group Advertising
• 61J2-10.028 - Kickbacks or Rebates
• 61J2-10.030 - Rental Information
• 61J2-10.032 - Notice Requirements
• 61J2-10.038 - Mailing Address: Place of Practice
• 61J2-10.200 - Buyer's Affidavits
61J2-3 - Minimum Educational Requirements :
• 61J2-3.008 - Pre-licensing Education
• 61J2-3.009 - Continuing Education
• 61J2-3.010 - License Reactivation Education
• 61J2-3.011 - Continuing Education for Instructors
• 61J2-3.020 - Post-licensing Education
Practice Questions
Question 1
Which Florida agency is primarily responsible for regulating real estate licensees and enforcing
Chapter 475, Florida Statutes?
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A) Department of Financial Services
B) Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC)
C) Florida Association of Realtors
D) Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Answer: B
Rationale: The Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) is the regulatory body that protects the
public by regulating real estate sales associates, brokers, schools, and instructors. FREC
administers and enforces the real estate license law under Chapter 475, Part I .
Question 2
How many members serve on the Florida Real Estate Commission, and how are they
appointed?
A) 7 members appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate
B) 5 members appointed by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation
