Florida Real Estate Sales Associate Examination Content OutlineReal Estate Brokerage Activities and ProceduresMedium
A Florida real estate broker operates under the trade name 'Sunshine Homes Realty.' In addition to the trade name, what other specific piece of information must always be included in the broker's office entrance sign, according to Florida law?
- AThe broker's phone number and website address.
- BThe broker's license number.
- CThe names of all sales associates employed.
- DThe words 'Licensed Real Estate Broker' or 'Lic. Real Estate Broker.'
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. The words 'Licensed Real Estate Broker' or 'Lic. Real Estate Broker.'
Florida law requires that a real estate broker's office entrance sign clearly display the name of the broker (or trade name) and the words 'Licensed Real Estate Broker' or 'Lic. Real Estate Broker' to identify the nature of the business.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Phone number and website are common but not legally mandated for the office entrance sign.
- B. License numbers are not typically required on office signs.
- C. Listing all sales associates is not a mandatory requirement for the main office sign.
Brokerage Office Sign Requirements
Specific information mandated by Florida law to be displayed on the entrance sign of a real estate broker's office.
- Must clearly identify the brokerage.
- Includes trade name (if applicable) and broker's name.
- Must state 'Licensed Real Estate Broker' or 'Lic. Real Estate Broker'.
Memory trick: Sign says 'Broker's Name, Licensed, Real Estate'.