Florida

Why Aren’t All of My CE Credits Showing in Florida?

Posted on 11.27.24

We love serving Florida Insurance Agents and Adjusters! Not only are Florida agents seemingly always happy, but it is also a pleasure working with the Florida Department of Financial Services (DIFS). They run an excellent department that is always responsive, and they have an IT platform that makes course filing and credit submission super easy. Their Licensee Search Page allows agents to easily review their high-level licensing information and see a balance of their CE credits earned. Agents who wish to see more detailed licensing information can also log in to their DICE MyProfile, where they can review information about...

What Happens if I Don’t Complete My Insurance CE by My CE Due Date in Florida?

Posted on 09.09.24

Florida has different rules than most other states regarding keeping your insurance license active. To begin with, Florida insurance licenses are considered “perpetual.” There is no “renewal” requirement, and there are no application or renewal fees. The main determinant of whether a license stays active is whether the agent maintains at least one active appointment. An appointment is an authority given by an insurer or employer to a licensee to transact insurance or adjust claims on behalf of an insurer or employer. The only way the license can be canceled or expire (other than through administrative actions or by request)...

SPECIAL BULLETIN: FLORIDA PROPERTY INSURANCE REFORM PASSAGE

Posted on 12.21.22

On December 15, 2022, the Florida Legislature passed important legislation aimed at reforming the property insurance market in Florida. These reforms represent some of the most significant changes to occur in the Florida property insurance market in recent times. Insurance agents and adjusters who deal in property or personal lines coverages are strongly encouraged to understand these new provisions to better evaluate their impact and advise their clients accordingly. The passage of these reforms resulted from a special session called for by Governor DeSantis to address many of the factors that have led to ever-increasing premiums, insurer insolvencies, and concern...

What if I Don’t Complete My Florida Insurance Continuing Education on Time?

Posted on 11.20.22

We frequently receive calls from Florida insurance agents asking, “What if I don’t complete my continuing education requirements before my CE Due Date?”, “What are the penalties?”, and “Are there extensions?”. In this article, we’ll cover everything Florida insurance agents need to know to keep their license active and what penalties and options are available if they don’t meet the necessary requirements on time. What Are the Requirements to Keep My Florida License Active? The great news is that there are no renewal requirements for Florida-licensed insurance agents. There’s no renewal application, and better yet, no renewal fees. The only...

BULLETIN: CE DUE DATE EXTENSION ANNOUNCED FOR FLORIDA INSURANCE AGENTS

Posted on 09.29.22

Please be advised that as a result of the impact and effects of Hurricane Ian, on September 29, 2022, the Florida Department of Financial Services extended continuing education compliance deadlines for insurance agents with Continuing Education Due Dates normally set to occur over the next 4 months. These changes are reflected below: Agents can verify their new CE Due Date by reviewing their license information on the Florida DIFS Licensee Search page, located here: https://licenseesearch.fldfs.com/# For additional information or assistance, contact our office at 888-501-7330, or the Florida Department of Financial Services Agent Services Division at 850-413-3137.

How to Keep Your Insurance License Active in Florida

Posted on 02.21.22

You made a substantial investment to earn your Florida insurance producer license. Not only that but it is now your livelihood. So, make sure you’re keeping it active. This article covers all the steps you need to keep your insurance license active in Florida. Every two years you need to complete your continuing education requirements. This must be done prior to your license expiration date. Your license expiration is the last day of your birth month every two years, and the expiration year is determined by when you were first licensed. Most agents know their expiration year, but you can...

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