Earn Real Estate Commission Without Selling in Florida: How to Keep Your License Working for You

If you have a Florida real estate license that you’re not actively using, you’re not alone. Many real estate agents find themselves paying out hundreds—or even thousands—of dollars each year in broker, Realtor®, and MLS fees while barely closing enough deals to justify the cost. And if your license is inactive, you're still putting in effort to keep it current without seeing any return on that investment.

Whether you're semi-retired, switching careers, working in another field, or just not actively pursuing real estate sales, there is a way to still benefit from your license—and even earn consistent income.

The Problem With Paying Real Estate Fees Without Consistent Sales

Let’s face it—being an active Realtor® in Florida can be expensive. If you're not selling over $500,000 in real estate annually, the membership costs alone can outweigh the benefits. Between MLS fees, association dues, broker splits, marketing costs, and required education, it can feel like you're constantly paying out of pocket.

Even for agents who place their license on inactive status with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), there's still a commitment involved. You’re responsible for renewing your license every two years, completing 14 hours of continuing education (CE), and paying the renewal fee—without any of the benefits that come with an active license.

So why keep your license at all if you're not using it?

Because there’s another path that allows you to earn income without selling—and it’s one that more and more Florida agents are turning to.

Earn Real Estate Commission Without Selling in Florida

If you’re looking to earn real estate commission without selling in Florida, activating your license with a real estate referral company may be the perfect solution.

With a referral brokerage, you don’t have to pay costly Realtor® association dues or MLS fees. Instead, you can simply refer buyers, sellers, investors, or anyone needing real estate assistance to top-performing agents across Florida—or even internationally. Once the deal closes, you receive a referral commission. It's that simple.

This setup allows you to keep your license active, maintain your status with the state, and generate income—without the time commitment or expense of working full-time in sales.

What is a Real Estate Referral Company?

A real estate referral company is a licensed brokerage that doesn’t participate in traditional real estate sales but instead helps agents like you place client referrals with full-time agents. Once the transaction closes, the referral company collects a referral fee and pays a portion of that commission back to you.

Because referral brokerages don’t require Realtor® or MLS memberships, your only cost is a modest administrative fee to keep your license active. This low-overhead model makes it a perfect fit for agents who aren't currently active in sales but want to keep their license productive.

Park Place Realty Network: A Proven Referral Brokerage

At Park Place Realty Network, we specialize in helping Florida real estate agents put their licenses to work without selling.

Since 2010, we’ve helped thousands of agents earn passive income through referrals—whether they live in Florida or anywhere around the world. We’re one of the largest and most established referral brokerages in the country, and our system is built for convenience, flexibility, and transparency.

Here’s what makes Park Place stand out:

1. High Referral Commission Splits

We pay our agents top dollar—22.5% of the total commission earned from the deal. For example, if you refer a buyer who purchases a $400,000 home, and the commission is 3%, that’s a $12,000 commission x 22.5% is $2,700 your amount on this transaction for simply referring the client. No showing homes, writing contracts, or attending closings—just passive income.

2. No Realtor® or MLS Membership Required

You don’t need to join any association or pay MLS fees. Because we are a referral brokerage and not an active sales company, those expenses are eliminated entirely.

3. International Referrals Welcome

With Park Place, you’re not limited to Florida. You can send referrals anywhere in the U.S. or internationally. Residential, commercial, or business brokerage—if a deal can be made, we can help place the referral.

4. 40% Off Continuing Education and Professional Development

We’ve partnered with The CE Shop, one of the top online real estate education providers in the country, to offer you 40% off all CE, post-licensing, and professional development courses. This means you can meet your state education requirements affordably and on your own schedule.

5. Free Personalized Agent Webpage

Every Park Place agent receives a free professional referral webpage to promote their services. Use it in emails, text messages, social media, or as a digital business card. This helps you look polished and stay top-of-mind with your sphere—even if you're not out showing homes.

A Smart Alternative to Going Inactive

If your license is inactive or you’re thinking of making it inactive to avoid fees, consider this:

• You’re still required to take CE and pay renewal fees to the DBPR.

• You can’t legally earn a commission while your license is inactive.

• You’re missing opportunities if you cross paths with someone looking to buy or sell.

Staying active with a referral company like Park Place means you can keep your license in good standing, avoid unnecessary expenses, and earn passive income whenever the opportunity arises.

Real Estate is Still a Relationship Business

You don’t have to be a top-producing agent to benefit from your real estate license. If you know even a few people a year who need real estate help, you can turn those relationships into real income—without ever showing a home or attending an inspection.

Referring friends, family, former clients, or coworkers to agents you trust is a service. When you place them with vetted professionals and they receive great care, everyone wins—and you get paid for the connection.

Even if you live out of state or no longer want to sell real estate directly, the referral model can keep your license productive for years to come.

Get Started Today with Park Place

You worked hard to earn your Florida real estate license. Don’t let it go to waste—or sit idle while you continue to invest time and money without seeing a return.

Whether you’re retired, taking a break from active sales, or simply not selling enough to justify the fees, joining a referral brokerage is a smart, flexible, and low-cost way to stay in the business—and keep earning.

Visit www.ParkPlaceNetwork.com, or call us at 407-878-0607. You can also email us at admin@parkplacenetwork.com with any questions.

Keep Your License Active. Stay in the Industry. Earn Passive Income.