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1997 Florida Statutes
SECTION 001
Purpose.
Purpose.
475.001 Purpose.--The Legislature finds that a significant number of real property transactions are facilitated by real estate brokers and salespersons and that it is necessary to assure the minimal competence of real estate practitioners in order to protect the public from potential economic loss; therefore, the Legislature deems it necessary in the interest of the public welfare to regulate real estate brokers, salespersons, and schools in this state.
History.--ss. 1, 42, ch. 79-239; ss. 2, 3, ch. 81-318; ss. 28, 30, ch. 88-20; s. 10, ch. 91-89; s. 4, ch. 91-429; s. 1, ch. 93-261.