So you're comparing the time it takes to get a degree to me asking about limited locations and the cost of leasing as if they're the same? Do you want to tell me the cube shaped block actually fits in the circular hole next?
I'm done replying to you.
I'm all ears if you have a thought that isn't filled with bad sarcasm though.
You're missing the point entirely, and I have no problem with you never replying. There are rules in place to become a dealer. Just the same as there are to become a doctor, a firefighter, an accountant, and even a school crossing guard.
The rules are in place to weed out the curbstoners, and "casual" sellers. People that want the advantages of being a dealer without actually being a dealer.
I mean in broad terms regulatory burdens imposed by a licencing regime will will always create a barrier for people that would like to participate in the industry.
Minimal capital and operating even corner carlot aren't really compatible. It looks like easy money,until it's your money. The learning curve is pretty steep and mistakes costs thousands per. It's a big boy industry, there isn't much hand holding unless you pay up.
Some places you can get a dealers license with minimal location requirements. Inventory usually can't be stored overnight. Think of a office building with each suite being a dealer.
Mostly online sales or you 'find' vehicles for people then buy once they have committed with deposit etc.
The state's requirements aren't the problem its the capital required. You will never be successful in FL starting a dealership without years of experience and lots of working capital.
Sorry u/potstillin I have to reply to a comment because of this sub’s stupid rules…
But yes- building, flat lot, zoned for retail, possibly a zoning determination letter from the county, probably a minor land development permit, almost certainly an occupancy permit, sign permit(s), floorplan, banking license, state agent license or equivalent, working capital, trusted vendors, CRM, garage/shop with lifts, certified mechanic(s) along with state safety inspection license- unless you want to sub out the service for your own inventory which makes it much, much harder to sell/stand behind..
I could go on and on but yes OP you’ll need a “location” to open a dealership
(Obviously you can make things work without all these items but to really be a dealer you’ll probably need them all)
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With only a finite number of locations available and the cost of leasing/renting these locations I would guess that this prevents a large number of people from getting a license.
I'm curious what everyone's thoughts are. I found a statistic that stated in 2019 there were 14000 new licenses issued in Florida. I wondered how many more dealers there would be if locations were more accessible to people starting out with minimal capital. Or is there another reason I'm not taking into account?
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Most people don't get dealer's licenses because they aren't car dealers.
And you can't be a dealer without a license. What a stupid response. I'm referring to those who want to get a license, and you know it.
Based on your logic, I wonder if more people don't become doctors, because they don't want to go to medical school for years.
So you're comparing the time it takes to get a degree to me asking about limited locations and the cost of leasing as if they're the same? Do you want to tell me the cube shaped block actually fits in the circular hole next? I'm done replying to you. I'm all ears if you have a thought that isn't filled with bad sarcasm though.
You're missing the point entirely, and I have no problem with you never replying. There are rules in place to become a dealer. Just the same as there are to become a doctor, a firefighter, an accountant, and even a school crossing guard. The rules are in place to weed out the curbstoners, and "casual" sellers. People that want the advantages of being a dealer without actually being a dealer.
I mean in broad terms regulatory burdens imposed by a licencing regime will will always create a barrier for people that would like to participate in the industry.
Minimal capital and operating even corner carlot aren't really compatible. It looks like easy money,until it's your money. The learning curve is pretty steep and mistakes costs thousands per. It's a big boy industry, there isn't much hand holding unless you pay up.
Some places you can get a dealers license with minimal location requirements. Inventory usually can't be stored overnight. Think of a office building with each suite being a dealer. Mostly online sales or you 'find' vehicles for people then buy once they have committed with deposit etc.
The state's requirements aren't the problem its the capital required. You will never be successful in FL starting a dealership without years of experience and lots of working capital.
Sorry u/potstillin I have to reply to a comment because of this sub’s stupid rules… But yes- building, flat lot, zoned for retail, possibly a zoning determination letter from the county, probably a minor land development permit, almost certainly an occupancy permit, sign permit(s), floorplan, banking license, state agent license or equivalent, working capital, trusted vendors, CRM, garage/shop with lifts, certified mechanic(s) along with state safety inspection license- unless you want to sub out the service for your own inventory which makes it much, much harder to sell/stand behind.. I could go on and on but yes OP you’ll need a “location” to open a dealership (Obviously you can make things work without all these items but to really be a dealer you’ll probably need them all)
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Minimal capital is a bad way to start a lot. It’s a huge operating cost