Florida Real Estate Broker's Guide, 5th Edition

Approved by the state of Florida, this text is essential for all broker students. The guide includes all necessary topics for the broker exam, complete with end-of-chapter questions and a practice final exam. Updated to reflect changes to Chapter 475 F.S., this guide includes practice questions to prepare students for the new proficiency state exam requirements. The guide is designed to meet the 72-hour education requirement for broker candidates. CONTENTS: Getting Started in the Real Estate Brokerage Business: Becoming a Licensed Real Estate Broker; Opening a Real Estate Office; Owning, Managing, and Supervising a Real Estate Office; Escrow Management; Office Inspections and the Disciplinary Process - Valuing Real Property: Overview of Real Estate Valuation; Sales Comparison, Cost Depreciation, and Income Approaches; Comparative Market Analysis; Basic Business Appraisal - Listing and Selling Real Property: Brokerage Relationships; Contracts; Financing Real Estate; Closing Real Estate Transactions; Federal Income Tax Laws Affecting Real Estate - Specialties: Investment Real Estate; Zoning and Planning, Subdividing of Land, and Special Issues; Environmental Concerns Affecting Real Estate Transactions; Property Management - Practice Final Exam - Glossary - Index