Who is considered a Florida Resident according to FREC?

A Florida resident, according to the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC), is typically defined as an individual who has established a permanent residence in the state. This usually means that the person has lived in Florida continuously for a certain period, which can be as short as four months.

In the case of Tina, who has lived in a rental property in Orlando for four months, she fits the criteria of being a Florida resident because she has established residency in the state during that time. Her duration of residence demonstrates intent to make Florida her primary living location, aligning with FREC's definition of residency.

On the other hand, individuals like John, who just moved to Miami, may not have established residency yet, as the move is recent and the duration is too short. Mike, who works in Florida but maintains his residence in Georgia, does not meet the residency requirement since his primary home is outside Florida. Lastly, Susan, attending college in Orlando, may be living temporarily for educational purposes and typically would not be considered a resident unless she establishes a permanent residence there after her studies.