As a commercial real estate attorney and broker with over 12 years of closing deals across Florida, I have personally drafted, negotiated, and closed hundreds of transactions using the Florida Realtors Commercial Contract (commonly called the FAR/BAR Commercial Contract or the “CR-6x”). Whether you’re acquiring a retail strip center in Miami, an industrial warehouse in Orlando, or a medical office building in Tampa, this standardized form is the most widely accepted commercial real estate contract in Florida.
In this comprehensive 2025 guide, I’ll walk you through every key section of the latest Florida Realtors Commercial Contract PDF, explain recent updates, highlight common pitfalls I’ve seen cost clients tens of thousands of dollars, and—most importantly—provide you with a completely free, clean, editable 2025 version of the contract at the end of this article.
Disclaimer: This article and the downloadable template are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal or tax advice. Always consult a Florida-licensed attorney and CPA before executing any commercial real estate contract in Florida.
The official name is the “Commercial Contract” (Form CR-6x), jointly approved by The Florida Bar and Florida Realtors. First released in 2007 and most recently revised in 2024 (effective 2025), it replaced dozens of inconsistent regional forms and has become the default document for the vast majority of non-residential transactions in the state that do not require a custom 50+ page purchase and sale agreement.
The contract covers:
It does NOT cover residential (1-4 units), residential development land over 5 acres, or highly complex transactions such as hotels with management agreements.
In my experience closing more than $750 million in Florida commercial deals, here’s why the standard form dominates:
The 2024 revision (mandatory beginning January 1, 2025) introduced several important changes:
| Section | 2021 Version | 2025 Version (CR-6x Rev. 2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Property | Simple checkbox list | Detailed schedule + “included unless excluded in writing” language |
| Inspection Period | Default 30 days | Default 45 days + explicit right to extend twice for 15 days each |
| Environmental | Phase I only reference | Expanded Phase I/II language + new radon disclosure requirement |
| Title Review | 15 days | 30 days standard + Survey review tied to same period |
| 1031 Exchange | Basic cooperation | Expanded cooperation + Qualified Intermediary fee allocation |
Source: Florida Realtors Legal Hotline Summary, December 2024
Always use full legal entity names exactly as they appear on Sunbiz.org. I’ve seen deals blow up because “ABC Holdings LLC” was written instead of “ABC Holdings, LLC” (note the comma).
Attach Legal Description Exhibit “A” and Personal Property Exhibit “B”. The 2025 form now says all items normally used in operation of the property transfer unless specifically excluded.
Most overlooked item: Line 85 now defaults to TWO deposit increases (Initial + Additional within 5 days after Inspection Period). Delete or modify if seller wants everything up front.
Florida Realtors changed this to 11:59 p.m. two days after last party signs (previously 5 p.m.). This gives weekend warriors extra time.
Now 45 days from Effective Date. My recommendation: sophisticated buyers shorten to 30 days for leverage; sellers push for 15-20 in hot markets.
Title commitment now due within 10 days (was 5). Survey objections period is now the same 30-day window as title objections.
Biggest 2025 change: Buyer now has explicit right to conduct Phase II testing if Phase I recommends it, and seller cannot unreasonably withhold access.
Estoppel certificates must now be delivered no later than 5 days prior to closing (was 10). Faster timelines!
Default is 60 days after end of Inspection Period. In practice, 90-120 days is more realistic for financing and estoppels.
After personally updating my firm’s templates for the 2025 changes, I’m making both versions available to you at no cost:
Download Florida Realtors Commercial Contract 2025 (PDF)
Download Editable Word .docx Version
Also included in the ZIP file:
The Florida Realtors Commercial Contract is intentionally flexible and fair, but it is not “fill-in-the-blank simple.” A single unchecked box or outdated form can cost you six figures.
Use the free 2025 template I’ve provided as your starting point, but always—always—have your transaction reviewed by a Florida-licensed commercial real estate attorney before you (or your client) sign.
Wishing you smooth closings and strong returns in the Florida commercial market.
This article was last updated November 19, 2025. For the absolute latest version, members can download directly from Form Simplicity or Florida Realtors member portal.
Sources:
Florida Realtors.org – Commercial Contract CR-6x Rev. 2024
The Florida Bar Real Property Problems & Solutions Section
IRS.gov – Like-Kind Exchanges Under IRC §1031 (Publication 544)