Two guys argued about a cell phone.

All contracts, options, or other devices not based upon a substantial consideration, or that are otherwise employed to permit an unlicensed person to sell, lease, or let real estate, the beneficial title to which has not, in good faith, passed to such party for a substantial consideration, are hereby declared void and ineffective in all cases, suits, or proceedings had or taken under this chapter; however, this section shall not apply to irrevocable gifts, to unconditional contracts to purchase, or to options based upon a substantial consideration actually paid and not subject to any agreements to return or right of return reserved.History.

I know that none of these replies will be legal advice and I should consult a lawyer, yada yada yada...However, can someone dissect this portion of Chapter 475.43 and explain what this may mean to them:All contracts, options, or other devices not based upon a substantial consideration, or that are otherwise employed to permit an unlicensed person to sell, lease, or let real estate, the beneficial title to which has not, in good faith, passed to such party for a substantial consideration, are hereby declared void and ineffective in all cases, suits, or proceedings had or taken under this chapter.I am understanding that there cannot be any contract or options which allows an unlicensed person to sell, lease or let real estate just because the contract says so.

@Julia Ann I'm not familiar with those devices.

There is a ton of work and even more inexperienced "flippers" and it  causes delays with people not knowing anything other than using a cell phone.  

I remember thinking that residents treated us bad as homebuilders until I was in the same public hearing with the poor cell tower and billboard guys.  :-)But look, it's clearly being done all over.  

I don't think it's available for android devices.

All in all it worked out, I had the dead trees removed and life went on.After that experience I now have that on a brain cell waiting to leap when I look at property.

I have found a property downtown that I am extremely interested in, it has 42 apartments, 6 retail storefronts, 8 office suites, it comes with a cell tower and a billboard on top as well, so the potential for extra income. 

The phone number on my business card (a 404 number)  is powered by Google Voice and forwards to my cell phone.I'm sorry I don't have a solution for you, but I wanted to chime in as I am sure the service is available in our area.I wish you all the best with your ventures.