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- Real Estate Law
- Real Estate Law and Subdivided Lands Law
Business and Professions Code Sections 10000 through 11288 - Regulations of the Real Estate Commissioner
Title 10 of the California Code of Regulations - Administrative Procedure Act
Government Code Sections 11500 through 11528 - Pertinent Excerpts from the California Codes
Various other code sections applicable to real estate including additional sections of the Business and Professions Code and Government Code
- Real Estate Law and Subdivided Lands Law
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CONSUMER PUBLICATIONS
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California Tenants - A Guide To Residential Tenants' and Landlords' Rights and Responsibilities #RE 26 (New 9/20)
- Quick Guide for Landlords Hiring a Property Manager Landlord Brochure 14-264
- Quick Guide for Tenants Renting a Home Tenant Brochure 14-264
- A Consumer Guide to Filing Real Estate Complaints #RE 51 (Rev. 3/14)
Explains the Department's complaint process. - A Consumer Guide to Mortgage-Related Complaints #RE 20 (Rev. 3/14)
Provides basic information about loan servicers, lenders, mortgage brokers, complaints, and contacts. - A Guide for Residents Purchasing Their Mobilehome Park #RE 34 (Rev. 11/01)
Answers questions about rental park conversions to resident ownership. - A Homeowner's Guide to Foreclosure in California #RE 15 (New 11/20)
Useful information for homeowners in financial distress who live in their homes. - Department of Real Estate Brochure #RE 10
Provides an overview of the Department of Real Estate, including history, department objectives, program areas and office locations. - Financial Sense to White Picket Fence #RE 18
This brochure provides helpful hints and tips relating to real estate financial literacy. - Finding the Right Real Estate Agent: What You Should Do #RE 16 (Rev 2/16)
Provides a checklist for hiring a real estate agent. - Foreclosure Information for Homeowners #RE 14
Explains the foreclosure process and possible alternatives to foreclosure. - Fraud Warning for California Homeowners in Financial Distress #RE 12 (Rev. 6/20)
Provides an overview of home loan modifications and where to find free foreclosure avoidance counseling. - Living in a California Common Interest Development #RE 39 (Rev. 8/16)
Overview of rights, duties and responsibilities of homeowner associations and homeowners. Explains CC&Rs. - Loan Modification Self-Help Guide #RE 21 (Rev. 6/20)
A step by step guide to doing your own loan modification. - Preventing Real Estate Fraud: How to Protect Yourself and Your Home #RE 17
Offers information on real estate fraud protection. - Real Estate Consumer Recovery Account #RE 3 (Rev. 7/18)
Provides an overview of the Real Estate Consumer Recovery Account and explains how to apply for payment. - Reverse Mortgages - Is One Right for You? #RE 52
Explains the pros and cons of reverse mortgages, a loan product geared toward senior citizens. - Sources of Home Loans #RE 22
Provides information about sources of home loans and homebuyer assistance programs as well as questions to ask when applying for a home loan and tips for borrowers. - Surviving the Real Estate Escrow Process in California #RE 23 (Rev. 3/14)
Information about the real estate escrow process, including tips and mistakes to avoid. - Trust Deed Investments - What You Should Know!! #RE 35 (Rev. 3/14)
Explains the basic steps and factors involved in trust deed investments. - Using the Services of a Mortgage Broker #RE 35A (Rev. 3/16)
Explains the basic steps and factors involved in a mortgage transaction handled by a broker. - The Real Estate Brokerage as Fiduciary
- Some Ideas to Help Close the Knowledge and Skill "Competency Gap"
Re-Examining (via Social Media) Some Ideas to Help Close the Knowledge and Skill "Competency Gap" Among California Real Estate Licensees
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LICENSEE/EXAMINEE PUBLICATIONS
- Real Estate Law Book #RE 2 (Rev. 1/2023)
Contains the Real Estate Law and Subdivided Lands Law, the Regulations of the Real Estate Commissioner, the Administrative Procedure Act and pertinent excerpts from other California Codes related to the practice of real estate. - Broker Compliance Evaluation Manual #RE 5 (Rev. 7/19)
Covers the important points of office procedure and trust fund handling by real estate brokers. - Disclosures in Real Property Transactions #RE 6 (Rev. 2005)
Describes disclosures required of sellers and real estate salespersons. - eLicensing Online System Brochure #RE 11 (Rev. 11/11)
Provides information for real estate examinees and licensees on the services available via DRE's interactive online eLicensing system. - How to Obtain a Mortgage Loan Originator License Endorsement #RE 19
This brochure sets forth the general requirements for obtaining a MLO License Endorsement. - Mortgage Loan Broker Compliance Manual #RE 7 (Rev. 5/19)
Assists the real estate broker who engages in mortgage loan activities with assessing compliance with DRE requirements. Includes a checklist. - Obtaining a California Real Estate Broker License
Explains how to qualify for a California Real Estate Broker License. - Obtaining a California Real Estate Salesperson License
Explains how to qualify for a California Real Estate Salesperson License. - Real Estate Advertising Guidelines #RE 27 (New 8/2020)
These guidelines are intended to assist California real estate licensees in understanding the many advertising requirements they are expected to know and follow. - Reference Book - A Real Estate Guide (Rev. 2010)
Covers real estate principles and practices, useful for licensing exam preparation. - Trust Funds #RE 13 (Rev. 1/14)
Explains requirements for proper handling of trust funds by real estate brokers and salespersons.
- Real Estate Law Book #RE 2 (Rev. 1/2023)
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SUBDIVISION PUBLICATIONS
- Operating Cost Manual for Homeowners Associations #RE 8 (1/16)
Contains guidelines and worksheets for budget preparation and calculation of reserves and assessments. - Operating Cost Manual Addendum - (5/23)
- Reserve Study Guidelines for Homeowner Association Budgets #RE 25 (Rev. 8/10)
Explains how to determine sufficient reserve funds. - Subdivision Public Report Application Guide #RE 9 (Rev. 6/11)
Provides instructions and explains what is required to apply for a subdivision public report. - SOPRAS Guide #RE 9A (Rev. 5/18)
Subdivisions Online Public Report Application System (SOPRAS) Guide. - Timeshare Manual
Guidelines for Processing Time-Share Plan Applications for Public Report - A Guide to Understanding Residential Subdivisions in California
Resource for everyone who has an interest in California subdivisions - Residential Subdivision Buyer's Guide
Guide for consumers who are considering purchasing a home in a new subdivision in California - Done: https://ca.realestatebooksai.com/node/124
- Operating Cost Manual for Homeowners Associations #RE 8 (1/16)