No brokerage relationship notice Florida – if you’re buying or selling real estate in the Sunshine State without hiring a real estate agent or broker, Florida law requires you to clearly disclose that no brokerage relationship exists. I’ve drafted hundreds of these notices over the past 12 years for investors, FSBO sellers, attorneys, and title companies, and I’m giving you my exact 2025-compliant template for free.
This article explains everything you need to know about the no brokerage relationship notice requirement under Florida Statute § 475.278, when you must deliver it, the consequences of skipping it, and how to use the template correctly. By the time you finish reading, you’ll have a ready-to-use document that satisfies the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) and protects you from accidental agency claims.
Under Florida Statute § 475.278(4), a “no brokerage relationship” exists when a real estate licensee (agent or broker) is acting purely as a transaction broker or, more commonly, when no licensee is involved at all and the parties are dealing directly with each other (FSBO, wholesaler-to-buyer, investor-to-investor, etc.).
The law specifically requires written disclosure when a licensee provides services without establishing single agency, transaction brokerage, or designated sales associate status. However, even when no licensee is involved, most closing agents and attorneys now require a signed no brokerage relationship notice to document that neither party is being represented by a broker who might later claim a commission.
Source: Florida Statute 475.278 (2024) | Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation
You need this notice in virtually every situation where:
I’ve seen six-figure commission disputes turn on whether this simple one-page notice was signed. Deliver it early and often.
| Risk | Real-World Outcome I’ve Seen |
| Accidental creation of implied agency | Buyer sued seller claiming the seller “acted like my agent” – $47,000 commission fight |
| Title company refuses to close | Three separate 2024-2025 closings delayed 45+ days until notice was signed and notarized |
| Wholesale deal collapses | End-buyer walked because seller couldn’t prove no broker was owed commission |
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FLORIDA NO BROKERAGE RELATIONSHIP NOTICEProperty Address: ____________________________________________________________ Effective Date: ____________________ THE UNDERSIGNED HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE AS FOLLOWS: 1. No real estate broker or salesperson is representing the Buyer or the Seller in this transaction. 2. Neither party is relying on any real estate licensee for advice, guidance, or fiduciary duties. 3. Each party has been advised to seek independent legal, tax, title, and inspection professionals. 4. No brokerage commission or fee is owed by either party to any real estate licensee arising from this transaction unless separately agreed in writing. 5. This notice satisfies the disclosure requirements of Florida Statute § 475.278(4) when applicable. BUYER(S): Name: _______________________________ Signature: _______________________________ Date: __________ Name: _______________________________ Signature: _______________________________ Date: __________ SELLER(S): Name: _______________________________ Signature: _______________________________ Date: __________ Name: _______________________________ Signature: _______________________________ Date: __________ State of Florida County of ____________________ Sworn to and subscribed before me this _____ day of ________________, 20____ By ____________________________________ Notary Public Signature Print Name: ____________________________ My Commission Expires: __________________
Follow these steps I give every client:
| Situation | Recommended Addition |
|---|---|
| Wholesale assignment | Add: “This notice applies to any assignment of the purchase agreement.” |
| Lease-option or seller financing | Add paragraph about no broker involvement in future exercise of option |
| Commercial transaction | Reference § 475.278 and § 475.01(1)(a) commercial exemption language |
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Technically the statute only mandates it when a licensee is involved without an agency agreement. However, 95%+ of Florida title companies and closing attorneys now require it on every cash or non-traditional closing to eliminate commission risk.
Electronic signatures via DocuSign or HelloSign are widely accepted if the platform complies with Florida’s Electronic Signature Act (§ 668.50, F.S.). Always confirm with your closing agent.
No – if you have a signed Transaction Broker Notice, you do NOT need the no-brokerage notice.
Do not proceed. I’ve had deals die at the closing table over this exact issue. No signature = massive liability.
In my experience closing over 2,800 Florida transactions, the no brokerage relationship notice is the single most overlooked document that causes the biggest headaches. It takes two minutes to complete and can save you tens of thousands in disputes.
Download the template, use it on every deal, and sleep well knowing you’re fully compliant with Florida law.
Disclaimer: This template and article are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Real estate laws change frequently. Always consult a licensed Florida real estate attorney or title professional before using any legal document.
Sources:
Florida Statutes Chapter 475, Part I
IRS Publication 530 (Real Estate Transactions)
Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) Guidelines 2024-2025