Do I Have to Live in Florida to Have My Florida Real Estate License Hung With a Referral Brokerage?
If you move out of Florida, can you still keep your Florida real estate license active through a referral brokerage?
Yes — as long as you meet the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) requirements, you can keep your Florida license active from anywhere in the U.S. (and in many cases, even if you’re living internationally).
Residency Is Not Required
Florida law does not require you to live in the state to maintain your real estate license. The most important factors are:
Your license must remain active with a licensed Florida brokerage.
You must meet continuing education requirements.
You must renew your license on schedule with FREC.
That means you can live in Georgia, Colorado, or California — and still legally earn referral fees through a Florida referral brokerage.
Why This Is a Big Opportunity
If you’ve moved out of Florida but still have connections there, you can:
Refer past clients who are buying or selling in Florida.
Stay in touch with your Florida network to capture referral opportunities.
Earn from both in-state and nationwide referrals.
Even better — if you join CrossView Referral Realty, you don’t just have access to Florida agents. You can refer anywhere in the United States, keeping your earning potential wide open.
The Process to Keep Your License
Verify your license status with FREC.
Join a Florida referral brokerage (like CrossView Referral Realty) to hang your license.
Complete your CE requirements every renewal cycle.
Stay connected to your Florida contacts — they’re your best source of referrals.
Why Choose CrossView Referral Realty if You Live Out of State?
No annual fees — keep more of what you earn.
Nationwide referral network — not limited to Florida transactions.
Choose your own referral agent to ensure the best fit for your client.
Jacksonville-based brokerage open to any Florida license holder, regardless of residency.
Keep Your Florida License Working for You — No Matter Where You Live
Moving away from Florida doesn’t mean you have to give up your license or your real estate referral income. CrossView Referral Realty makes it easy to keep earning from anywhere.
📲 Complete our “Join CV Referral” form to find out how simple it is to keep your license active and profitable — no Florida address required.
