Florida License Law
A Florida broker who receives a complaint from a former client must be aware that FREC has the authority to:
AOnly provide mediation between the parties
BInvestigate, hold hearings, and take disciplinary action up to and including license revocation✓ Correct
COnly issue fines but not revoke licenses
DOnly act on complaints filed within 30 days of the alleged incident
Explanation
FREC has full authority to investigate complaints, conduct hearings through the Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH), and impose a range of disciplinary actions — including reprimands, fines, suspension, probation, or revocation — depending on the severity of the violation.
Related Florida Florida License Law Questions
- In Florida, the maximum administrative fine FREC may impose per violation is:
- A Florida real estate broker employs 10 sales associates. The broker is held responsible for the professional conduct of these associates in connection with their real estate activities because of the legal principle of:
- A Florida real estate licensee who has been convicted of a crime must notify FREC within how many days?
- Under Florida law, a real estate sales associate must complete post-licensing education within:
- The Florida Real Estate Recovery Fund provides a maximum payment of how much per transaction regardless of the number of claimants?
- A Florida real estate licensee is convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude. FREC may:
- A Florida real estate broker is audited by FREC and is found to have an escrow account shortage of $5,000 due to a bookkeeping error (not intentional). FREC is most likely to:
- A Florida real estate licensee who also holds a mortgage broker license wishes to earn fees on both the real estate commission and the loan origination. This dual compensation:
Practice More Florida Real Estate Questions
1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.
Take the Free Florida Quiz →