Florida Real Estate Sales Associate: FREC Course I
Question Bank
2027-2028 Edition
Abstract
This comprehensive question bank for the Florida Real Estate Sales Associate FREC
Course I examination contains 200 multiple-choice questions designed to reflect the
structure, content, and cognitive complexity of the official Florida Real Estate
Commission (FREC) Sales Associate licensing exam. The questions are organized to
cover all 19 units of the FREC Course I syllabus, including real estate license law,
authorized relationships and duties, brokerage activities, property rights, titles and
deeds, contracts, financing, closing computations, appraisal, and taxation . Each
question includes a Correct Answer, three distractors with detailed Rationale explaining
why they are incorrect, and references to Florida Statutes, FREC rules, and standard real
estate principles. The content is based on the Florida Real Estate Commission's
prescribed Course I Syllabus and reflects current Florida law and practice for the 2027-
2028 testing cycle . This resource is intended for candidates preparing for the Florida
Real Estate Sales Associate licensing exam. The information contained herein is for
educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Candidates should
consult the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and
current Florida Statutes for official guidance.
EXAM STRUCTURE OVERVIEW
Topic Area Approximate Questions
The Real Estate Business 10
,Topic Area Approximate Questions
License Law and Qualifications 15
License Law and Commission Rules 15
Authorized Relationships, Duties, and Disclosure 20
Brokerage Activities and Procedures 15
Violations, Penalties, and Procedures 10
Federal and State Laws 10
Property Rights and Estates 15
Title, Deeds, and Ownership Restrictions 15
Legal Descriptions 10
Real Estate Contracts 15
Residential Mortgages 10
Types of Mortgages and Financing Sources 10
Real Estate Computations and Closing 15
Real Estate Market Analysis 5
, Topic Area Approximate Questions
Real Estate Appraisal 10
Taxes Affecting Real Estate 5
Investments and Business Opportunity Brokerage 5
Total 200
Primary Sources: Florida Statutes Chapter 475; Florida Real Estate Commission Rules
61J2; Florida Administrative Code; Florida Real Estate Principles, Practices & Law .
SECTION 1: THE REAL ESTATE BUSINESS
Questions 1-10
1. Which of the following is the primary role of a Florida real estate sales
associate?
A) To provide legal advice to buyers and sellers regarding property transactions
B) To act as a fiduciary and assist clients with buying, selling, or leasing real property
under the supervision of a licensed broker
C) To independently negotiate and finalize real estate contracts without broker
oversight
D) To appraise property values for mortgage lenders
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
A is incorrect: Sales associates are not attorneys and cannot provide legal advice. This
would constitute the unauthorized practice of law .
, B is correct: A sales associate works under the supervision of a licensed broker and
assists clients with real estate transactions, acting in a fiduciary capacity when
representing clients .
C is incorrect: Sales associates cannot operate independently; all transactions must be
conducted through the employing broker who has custody of the license .
D is incorrect: Appraisals for mortgage lending purposes require a licensed appraiser,
not a real estate sales associate.
Reference: Florida Statute §475.01; FREC Course I Unit 1 .
2. What is the minimum age requirement to become a Florida real estate sales
associate?
A) 16 years old
B) 18 years old
C) 21 years old
D) 25 years old
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
A is incorrect: 16 is below the legal minimum age for licensure in Florida.
B is correct: Florida law requires applicants to be at least 18 years of age to qualify for a
real estate sales associate license .
C is incorrect: 21 is the age requirement for a broker's license, not a sales associate.
D is incorrect: There is no 25-year minimum age requirement for any Florida real estate
license.
Reference: Florida Statute §475.17; DBPR Real Estate Associate Requirements .
3. A Florida real estate sales associate license must be held in the custody of:
A) The sales associate
B) The employing broker
Question Bank
2027-2028 Edition
Abstract
This comprehensive question bank for the Florida Real Estate Sales Associate FREC
Course I examination contains 200 multiple-choice questions designed to reflect the
structure, content, and cognitive complexity of the official Florida Real Estate
Commission (FREC) Sales Associate licensing exam. The questions are organized to
cover all 19 units of the FREC Course I syllabus, including real estate license law,
authorized relationships and duties, brokerage activities, property rights, titles and
deeds, contracts, financing, closing computations, appraisal, and taxation . Each
question includes a Correct Answer, three distractors with detailed Rationale explaining
why they are incorrect, and references to Florida Statutes, FREC rules, and standard real
estate principles. The content is based on the Florida Real Estate Commission's
prescribed Course I Syllabus and reflects current Florida law and practice for the 2027-
2028 testing cycle . This resource is intended for candidates preparing for the Florida
Real Estate Sales Associate licensing exam. The information contained herein is for
educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Candidates should
consult the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and
current Florida Statutes for official guidance.
EXAM STRUCTURE OVERVIEW
Topic Area Approximate Questions
The Real Estate Business 10
,Topic Area Approximate Questions
License Law and Qualifications 15
License Law and Commission Rules 15
Authorized Relationships, Duties, and Disclosure 20
Brokerage Activities and Procedures 15
Violations, Penalties, and Procedures 10
Federal and State Laws 10
Property Rights and Estates 15
Title, Deeds, and Ownership Restrictions 15
Legal Descriptions 10
Real Estate Contracts 15
Residential Mortgages 10
Types of Mortgages and Financing Sources 10
Real Estate Computations and Closing 15
Real Estate Market Analysis 5
, Topic Area Approximate Questions
Real Estate Appraisal 10
Taxes Affecting Real Estate 5
Investments and Business Opportunity Brokerage 5
Total 200
Primary Sources: Florida Statutes Chapter 475; Florida Real Estate Commission Rules
61J2; Florida Administrative Code; Florida Real Estate Principles, Practices & Law .
SECTION 1: THE REAL ESTATE BUSINESS
Questions 1-10
1. Which of the following is the primary role of a Florida real estate sales
associate?
A) To provide legal advice to buyers and sellers regarding property transactions
B) To act as a fiduciary and assist clients with buying, selling, or leasing real property
under the supervision of a licensed broker
C) To independently negotiate and finalize real estate contracts without broker
oversight
D) To appraise property values for mortgage lenders
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
A is incorrect: Sales associates are not attorneys and cannot provide legal advice. This
would constitute the unauthorized practice of law .
, B is correct: A sales associate works under the supervision of a licensed broker and
assists clients with real estate transactions, acting in a fiduciary capacity when
representing clients .
C is incorrect: Sales associates cannot operate independently; all transactions must be
conducted through the employing broker who has custody of the license .
D is incorrect: Appraisals for mortgage lending purposes require a licensed appraiser,
not a real estate sales associate.
Reference: Florida Statute §475.01; FREC Course I Unit 1 .
2. What is the minimum age requirement to become a Florida real estate sales
associate?
A) 16 years old
B) 18 years old
C) 21 years old
D) 25 years old
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
A is incorrect: 16 is below the legal minimum age for licensure in Florida.
B is correct: Florida law requires applicants to be at least 18 years of age to qualify for a
real estate sales associate license .
C is incorrect: 21 is the age requirement for a broker's license, not a sales associate.
D is incorrect: There is no 25-year minimum age requirement for any Florida real estate
license.
Reference: Florida Statute §475.17; DBPR Real Estate Associate Requirements .
3. A Florida real estate sales associate license must be held in the custody of:
A) The sales associate
B) The employing broker
