How much does a Florida real estate license cost?
Current minimum: about $214.50 with Casa Academy and DBPR headquarters fingerprinting. Third-party fingerprint vendor fees vary.
Cost breakdown
Pre-licensing course: $79 at Casa Academy; other providers vary
Casa Academy's current course price is $79. Verify every provider's current price before enrolling.
DBPR sales associate application: $62.75
Paid to the DBPR when you apply.
Electronic fingerprints: $36 at DBPR headquarters; third-party vendor fees vary
Paid to your Livescan vendor.
State exam: $36.75
Paid to Pearson VUE when you schedule.
Total range
Current Casa Academy route: about $214.50 before any third-party fingerprint surcharge
Higher-cost route: depends on course tuition and fingerprint vendor fees
The course is the biggest variable.
What to skip
Expensive "premium" packages. Same content, higher price.
Separate exam prep. Good courses include it.
Cram courses. Just study the main course.
Ongoing costs
After you pass, there are more expenses:
Post-licensing course before first renewal.
License renewal fees every 2 years.
MLS dues if you join.
Insurance and marketing.
Best value
Casa Academy's current $79 course includes the course and exam prep.
No surprise add-ons. Pass guarantee included.