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Publications
The Department offers many publications on topics of current interest to the consumer and licensees, such as the Real Estate Reference Book, which provides general information on many aspects of real estate practice; and the Real Estate Law book and CD, which contains the current Real Estate Law, the Commissioner's Regulations, and pertinent excerpts from other California codes.
Ordering Information
All DRE publications are available online by clicking on the
links below. To order publications by mail, submit a Publications Request (RE 350)
form to:
Department of Real Estate
Book Orders
P. O. Box 187006
Sacramento CA 95818-7006
Fax (916) 227-0361
e-reader Devices
PDFs are viewable by e-reader devices. Please check with your e-reader device manufacturer for instructions on how to download and view the PDF documents on the DRE web site.
Consumer Publications
- Reverse Mortgages - Is One Right for You?
#RE 52 rev. 2012
Explains the pros and cons of reverse mortgages, a loan product geared toward senior citizens.- En Español
In Chinese
- Brochure version
#RE 52A (New 1/2012)
En Español
In Chinese
- En Español
- Using the Services of a Mortgage Broker
#RE 35A rev. 8/11
Explains the basic steps and factors involved in a mortgage transaction handled by a broker. - Loan Modification Self-Help Guide
#RE 21 (New 7/11)
A step by step guide to doing your own loan modification. - Financial Sense to White Picket Fence
#RE 18 (New 7/11)
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 (New 7/11)
Provides a checklist for hiring a real estate agent. - Preventing Real Estate Fraud: How to Protect Yourself and Your Home
#RE 17 (New 7/11)
Offers information on real estate fraud protection. - A Consumer Guide to Mortgage-Related Complaints
#RE 20 (New 6/11)
Provides basic information about loan servicers, lenders, mortgage brokers, complaints, and contacts. - Surviving the Real Estate Escrow Process in California
#RE 23 (New 11/10)
Information about the real estate escrow process, including tips and mistakes to avoid.- Brochure version
#RE 23
En Español
Chinese
- Brochure version
- A Homeowner's Guide to Foreclosure in California
#RE 15 (New 7/10)
Useful information for homeowners in financial distress who live in their homes. - Foreclosure Information for Homeowners
#RE 14 (New 11/09)
Explains the foreclosure process and possible alternatives to foreclosure. - Fraud Warnings for California Homeowners in Financial Distress
#RE 12 (New 11/09)
Provides an overview of home loan modifications and where to find free foreclosure avoidance counseling. - A Consumer Guide to Filing Real Estate Complaints
#RE 51 rev. 6/11
Explains the Department's complaint process. - A Guide for Residents Purchasing Their Mobilehome Park
#RE 34 rev. 11/01
Answers questions about rental park conversions to resident ownership. - Department of Real Estate Brochure
#RE 10 rev. 9/09
Provides an overview of the Department of Real Estate, including history, department objectives, program areas and office locations. - Living in a California Common Interest Development #RE 39 rev. 8/02
Overview of rights, duties and responsibilities of homeowner associations and homeowners. Explains CC&Rs. - Real Estate Consumer Recovery Account #RE 3 new 8/03
Provides an overview of the Real Estate Consumer Recovery Account and explains how to apply for payment. - Sources of Home Loans
#RE 22 rev. 6/11
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. - Trust Deed Investments - What You Should Know!!
#RE 35 rev. 3/07
Explains the basic steps and factors involved in trust deed investments.
Licensee/Examinee Publications
- 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 New 10/11
This brochure sets forth the general requirements for obtaining a MLO License Endorsement. - Broker Compliance Evaluation Manual
#RE 5 rev. 8/10
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. - Instructions to License Applicants
#RE 4 (Rev. 1/2012)
Provides information about how to obtain and maintain a California Real Estate License, a Prepaid Rental Listing Service License, and a Mortgage Loan Originator License Endorsement. - Mortgage Loan Broker Compliance Manual #RE 7 rev 3/12
Assists the real estate broker who engages in mortgage loan activities with assessing compliance with DRE requirements. Includes a checklist. - 2012 Real Estate Law Book and CD #RE 2 rev. 1/2012
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. - Reference Book - A Real Estate Guide rev. 2010
Covers real estate principles and practices, useful for licensing exam preparation. - Trust Funds #RE 13 rev. 4/04
Explains requirements for proper handling of trust funds by real estate brokers and salespersons.
Subdivision Publications
- Operating Cost Manual for Homeowners Associations
#RE 8 rev. 4/07
Contains guidelines and worksheets for budget preparation and calculation of reserves and assessments. - 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. - Timeshare Manual
Guidelines for Processing Time-Share Plan Applications for Public Report
