Stay connected with the latest news from the California Department of Real Estate. http://www.dre.ca.gov en-us Mon, 14 May 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_enf_actions.html N The April 2012 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (5/14/2012) N Mon, 14 May 2012 14:30:00 PST http://search.dre.ca.gov/cons_brokers.asp N View the license status record and business address of real estate brokers who provide private money loan services. (4/25/2012) N Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_FinancialLiteracyCourse_042312.pdf Y Press release on first financial literacy course graduates posted. (4/24/2012) N Tue, 24 Apr 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_enf_actions.html N The March 2012 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (4/16/2012) N Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:30:00 PST http://dfi.ca.gov/pressmedia/press/2012/pr1203.asp N Press release on the importance of financial literacy posted. (4/3/2012) N Tue, 3 Apr 2012 14:30:00 PST # N A petition application fee will be required on all petition applications received or postmarked on or after May 1, 2012. Pursuant to Senate Bill 706 and Business and Professions Code Section 10186 (e), all restricted or revoked licensees who submit a petition application for reinstatement, or who petition for removal of restrictions on their real estate license, will be required to submit a fee of $800 with the Petition Application (RE 506). (NOTE: When petitioning for the reinstatement or removal of restrictions for both an officer license and a related corporate license, only one petition fee is required.) (3/28/2012) N Wed, 28 Mar 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_ForgedFraudulentDeeds_032612.pdf Y Press release on forged and fraudulent property deeds has been posted. (3/27/2012) N Tue, 27 Mar 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pub_rebltns.html N The Spring 2012 Real Estate Bulletin is now available. (3/23/2012) N Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/ca/ConsumerAlert_ForgedFraudulentDeeds.pdf Y Consumer alert on fraud warning has been posted. (3/23/2012) N Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/ca/ConsumerAlert_FraudWarningTimeshareResaleFraud.pdf Y Consumer alert on fraud warning has been posted. (3/15/2012) N Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_enf_actions.html N The February 2012 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (3/14/2012) N Wed, 14 Mar 2012 14:30:00 PST http://oag.ca.gov/news/press_release?id=2643 N Attorney General Kamala D. Harris today announced the arrests of the owners and managing attorney of a law firm that took thousands of dollars in up-front loan modification fees for services that were never performed for homeowners, many of whom ended up losing their homes. (3/9/2012) N Fri, 9 Mar 2012 14:30:00 PST http://oag.ca.gov/news/press_release?id=2642 N Attorney General Kamala D. Harris today, as part of National Consumer Protection Week, warned California homeowners to beware of phone solicitations from scam artists claiming to provide assistance related to the recent national mortgage settlement. (3/7/2012) N Wed, 7 Mar 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/Jan2012-LegislativePresentation.pdf Y Describes 3 of the most significant pieces of legislation from the 2011/2012 legislative session. (3/6/2012) N Tue, 6 Mar 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re52.pdf Y Explains the pros and cons of reverse mortgages, a loan product geared towards senior citizens. (2/24/2012) N Fri, 24 Feb 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/Eichenberger_and_Nguyen_charges.pdf Y Press release posted on real estate investment fraud sceme. (2/23/2012) N Thu, 23 Feb 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/lic_branch_office.html N Notice on the designation of branch office managers, effective July 1, 2012. (2/16/2012) N Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_enf_actions.html N The January 2012 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (2/14/2012) N Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.nationalmortgagesettlement.com N The California Attorney General has reached a loan-servicing and foreclosure settlement with five major banks. If you are a homeowner struggling to pay your mortgage or facing foreclosure, or if you have already lost your home to foreclosure, it is possible that this settlement could help you. Not every homeowner will qualify for relief under this settlement. Those who do qualify may receive various forms of relief depending on their individual circumstances.
]]>For information about the National Mortgage Settlement, please see the California Attorney General's press release ]]> and FAQ ]]> document. The federal government also has a National Mortgage Settlement ]]> web site with additional details. (2/9/2012) N Thu, 9 Feb 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.occ.gov/news-issuances/news-releases/2011/nr-occ-2011-133.html N Office of the Comptroller of the Currency announced today that the independent foreclosure review required under the agency's enforcement actions taken in April 2011 have begun. (2/1/2012) N Wed, 1 Feb 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re4.pdf Y 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. (2/1/2012) N Wed, 1 Feb 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_enf_actions.html N The December 2011 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (1/17/2012) N Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pub_rebltns.html N The Winter 2011 Real Estate Bulletin is now available. (12/23/2011) N Fri, 23 Dec 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_LoanModActions_122111.pdf Y Press release on loan mod fight has been posted. (12/21/2011) N Wed, 21 Dec 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_enf_actions.html N The November 2011 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (12/14/2011) N Wed, 14 Dec 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re11.pdf Y Provides information for real estate examinees and licensees on the services available via DRE's interactive online eLicensing system. (12/2/2011) N Fri, 2 Dec 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re19.pdf Y This brochure sets forth the general requirements for obtaining a MLO License Endorsement. (11/30/2011) N Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:30:00 PST http://oag.ca.gov/news/press_release?id=2583 N Press release from the Attorney General has been posted. (11/23/2011) N Wed, 23 Nov 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_enf_actions.html N The October 2011 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (11/14/2011) N Mon, 14 Nov 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_enf_actions.html N The September 2011 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (10/14/2011) N Fri, 14 Oct 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_ElectronicExamsLaPalma10112011.pdf Y Press release on new electronic real estate exam center has been posted. (10/13/2011) N Thu, 13 Oct 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_FinancialLiteracyCourse101111.pdf Y Press release on financial literacy course has been posted. (10/11/2011) N Tue, 11 Oct 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re18_espanol.pdf Y Spanish version of this brochure has been posted. (10/6/2011) N Thu, 6 Oct 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/SAFE_FAQ_MLO_Renewal.pdf Y New FAQ posted including questions regarding renewing a MLO license endorsement. (10/5/2011) Y Wed, 5 Oct 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/lic_safe.html#10 N Updated information posted regarding renewal and continuing education requirement. (10/5/2011) Y Wed, 5 Oct 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re22_espanol.pdf Y Spanish version of this brochure has been posted. (10/4/2011) N Tue, 4 Oct 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re17_espanol.pdf Y Spanish version of this brochure has been posted. (10/4/2011) N Tue, 4 Oct 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re23_espanol.pdf Y Spanish version of this brochure has been posted. (10/4/2011) N Tue, 4 Oct 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re51_espanol.pdf Y Spanish version of this brochure has been posted. (10/4/2011) N Tue, 4 Oct 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re16_espanol.pdf Y Spanish version of this brochure has been posted. (10/4/2011) N Tue, 4 Oct 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pub_rebltns.html N The Fall 2011 Real Estate Bulletin is now available. (9/23/2011) N Fri, 23 Sep 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re_7.pdf Y Revised version of the 'Mortgage Loan Broker Compliance Evaluation Manual' has been posted. (9/21/2011) N Wed, 21 Sep 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_Bic_Pho_091511.pdf Y Press release on the revocation of Bic D. Pho's broker license has been posted. (9/15/2011) N Thu, 15 Sep 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_enf_actions.html N The August 2011 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (9/14/2011) N Wed, 14 Sep 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re35a.pdf Y Revised version of the 'Using the Services of a Mortgage Broker' booklet has been posted. (8/12/2011) N Fri, 12 Aug 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_enf_actions.html N The July 2011 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (8/8/2011) N Mon, 8 Aug 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_enf_actions.html N The June 2011 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (7/28/2011) N Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re21.pdf Y A step by step guide to doing your own loan modification. (7/15/2011) N Fri, 15 Jul 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re18.pdf Y This brochure provides helpful hints and tips relating to real estate financial literacy. (7/15/2011) N Fri, 15 Jul 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re16.pdf Y Provides a checklist for hiring a real estate agent. (7/7/2011) N Thu, 7 Jul 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re17.pdf Y Offers information on real estate fraud protection. (7/7/2011) N Thu, 7 Jul 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re23.pdf Y Brochure version containing information about the real estate escrow process, including tips and mistakes to avoid. (7/7/2011) N Thu, 7 Jul 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/FraudFairDRE07_2011.pdf Y Learn how to avoid becoming a victim of fraud. Join the DRE on July 13, 2011 from 10am-3pm at City Hall - Galleria, 1110 West Capitol Avenue, West Sacramento. (6/30/2011) N Thu, 30 Jun 2011 11:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pub_rebltns.html N The Summer 2011 Real Estate Bulletin is now available. (6/24/2011) N Fri, 24 Jun 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re20.pdf Y Provides basic information about loan servicers, lenders, mortgage brokers, complaints, and contacts. (6/22/2011) N Wed, 22 Jun 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re51.pdf Y Updated copy has been posted. (6/22/2011) N Wed, 22 Jun 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re22.pdf Y Updated copy has been posted. (6/22/2011) N Wed, 22 Jun 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_enf_actions.html N The May 2011 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (6/10/2011) N Fri, 10 Jun 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/sprag.pdf Y Updated version of the Subdivision Public Report Application Guide has been posted. (6/3/2011) N Fri, 3 Jun 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_enf_actions.html N The April 2011 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (5/11/2011) N Wed, 11 May 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_enf_actions.html N The March 2011 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (5/6/2011) N Fri, 6 May 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov N Commissioner Jeff Davi leaves his post on April 29, 2011. He would like to thank everyone for the opportunity to serve as DRE Commissioner. (4/26/2011) N Tue, 26 Apr 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_NIDHUDApprovedCourse.pdf Y Press release on financial literacy has been posted. (4/13/2011) N Wed, 13 Apr 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pub_rebltns.html N The Spring 2011 Real Estate Bulletin is now available. (3/29/2011) N Tue, 29 Mar 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_032111.pdf Y Press release on avoiding loan modification and mortgage relief scams has been posted. (3/22/2011) N Tue, 22 Mar 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/ca/ConsumeAlert_WarningreMassLitigation.pdf Y Consumer alert on fraud warning has been posted. (3/14/2011) N Mon, 14 Mar 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_enf_actions.html N The February 2011 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (3/7/2011) N Mon, 7 Mar 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.senate.ca.gov/ftp/SEN/COMMITTEE/STANDING/BUSINESS/_home/ N The California State Legislature, specifically the Senate Business & Professions Committee, is holding a hearing on Monday March 7, 2011 in order to make recommendations to the Department of Real Estate on how consumer protections may be enhanced. The background papers and information on the hearing are now posted on the Committee's website. Interested parties are welcome to attend. (3/4/2011) N Fri, 4 Mar 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_LoanModActions022411.pdf Y Press release on loan modification and mortgage relief scams has been posted. (2/24/2011) N Thu, 24 Feb 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/ca/ConsumerAlert_ProtectYourselfFromGettingRippedOff.pdf Y Consumer alert on protecting yourself from real estate and home loan relief scams has been posted. (2/22/2011) N Tue, 22 Feb 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_enf_actions.html N The January 2011 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (2/11/2011) N Fri, 11 Feb 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/ca/ConsumerAlert_NewFederalRule.pdf Y Consumer alert on new federal rule has been posted. (2/10/2011) N Thu, 10 Feb 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/OREA-DRENewsRelease_REEC_02252011.pdf Y Press release on upcoming San Diego Real Estate Educators' Conference has been posted. (2/9/2011) N Wed, 9 Feb 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_SAFE012011.pdf Y Press release on new licensing law for Mortgage Loan Originators has been posted. (1/20/2011) N Thu, 20 Jan 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/enf_actions/2010-12-Discipl-Actions.pdf Y The December 2010 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (1/19/2011) N Wed, 19 Jan 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/enf_actions/2010-11-Discipl-Actions.pdf Y The November 2010 Disciplinary Actions report is now available. (1/19/2011) N Wed, 19 Jan 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pub_rebltns.html N The Winter 2010 Real Estate Bulletin is now available. (1/7/2011) N Fri, 7 Jan 2011 14:30:00 PST # N Financial statements will not be required by DRE at this time. If you have received an email from the NMLS system regarding a license item set for financial statements for CA-DRE, please disregard this email. DRE will clear this license item on your NMLS record. (1/6/2011) Y Thu, 6 Jan 2011 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pub_relaw.html N The 2011 Real Estate Law Book is now available online! The printed version will be available soon. Please continue to check our Web site for updates. (12/30/2010) N Thu, 30 Dec 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pub_referencebk.html N The Reference Book - A Real Estate Guide will be available for purchase after January 5, 2011. (12/15/2010) N Wed, 15 Dec 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_Sanchez120810.pdf Y Press release warning consumers to check out licensees has been posted. (12/9/2010) N Thu, 9 Dec 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/composite_report_2009.pdf Y The 2009 DRE Composite Report has been posted. (12/7/2010) N Tue, 7 Dec 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/gen_services.html N On Sunday, December 12, 2010, beginning at 8:00 p.m. through 12:00 a.m., the DRE will be performing system upgrades. The IVR phone system and DRE eLicensing will be unavailable during this time. (12/7/2010) N Tue, 7 Dec 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pub_referencebk.html N The Reference Book - A Real Estate Guide has been updated. Please note, the printed version will be available for purchase from the Department of Real Estate next month. (11/18/2010) N Thu, 18 Nov 2010 14:30:00 PST # N DRE licensees who have been approved for their MLO license endorsement may now print their endorsement certificate from the DRE web site. The printing functionality will normally be available one business day after the approval has been granted, unless an interruption occurs with the daily NMLS data download process. All approved licensees are sent a confirmation email from NMLS. From main page, click on the MLO tab and choose the link titled Print MLO License Endorsement Certificate]]>. (11/16/2010) Y Tue, 16 Nov 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/ca/ConsumerAlert_WarningOnRentScam11_2010.pdf Y Consumer alert on imposter landlords has been posted. (11/9/2010) N Tue, 9 Nov 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_EscrowPamphlet110810.pdf Y Press release on the residential real estate escrow process has been posted. (11/9/2010) N Tue, 9 Nov 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_ DREWebsite_11-5-10.pdf Y Press release on DRE website features has been posted. (11/5/2010) N Fri, 5 Nov 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/Escrow_Info_Consumers.pdf Y Information about the real estate escrow process, including tips and mistakes to avoid. (11/4/2010) N Thu, 4 Nov 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_SanJoseWorkShop102810.pdf Y Press release on upcoming financial literacy workshop has been posted. (10/28/2010) N Thu, 28 Oct 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_site_cert_program_102710.pdf Y Press release on economic recovery has been posted. (10/28/2010) N Thu, 28 Oct 2010 14:30:00 PST http://californiafinancialliteracy.org/siliconvalley_nov2010.html N Mark your calendar! Saturday, 11/6/2010, at 9am for Financial Sense to White Picket Fence Seminar - San Jose City College, San Jose, CA. See you there! (10/26/2010) N Tue, 26 Oct 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pub_rebltns.html N The Fall 2010 Real Estate Bulletin is now available. (10/25/2010) N Mon, 25 Oct 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/ca/ConsumerAlert_ForensicLoanAuditsUpdate.pdf Y Update to DRE Consumer Alert Regarding Forensic Loan Audits - New State Legislation Requires Auditor Registration with the California Department of Justice and Maintenance of a Bond; Violation is a Crime (10/19/2010) N Tue, 19 Oct 2010 14:30:00 PST http://californiafinancialliteracy.org/la_torrance_oct2010.html N Mark your calendar! This Saturday, 10/16/2010, at 9am for Financial Sense to White Picket Fence Seminar - El Camino College, Torrance, CA. See you there! (10/13/2010) N Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:30:00 PST http://history.dre.ca.gov N This new website provides access to historical information dating back to the establishment of the DRE. Browse through photos, real estate bulletins, and more. (10/7/2010) N Thu, 1 Oct 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/brkrcomp.pdf Y Revised version of the Broker Compliance Evaluation Manual has been posted. (10/1/2010) N Fri, 1 Oct 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/ca/ConsumerAlert_ConsumerIndustryWarning.pdf Y Consumer alert regarding false and misleading designations has been posted. (10/1/2010) N Fri, 1 Oct 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_092910.pdf Y Press release on consumer alert regarding short sale fraud has been posted. (10/1/2010) N Fri, 1 Oct 2010 14:30:00 PST # N DRE has been receiving a large number of documents pertaining to bankruptcy filings in relation to the responses to the bankruptcy disclosure questions. Please note, if the answer is yes to any questions on the MU Forms concerning bankruptcy, please submit the following along with the requirements checklist provided on the DRE State Licensing Requirements page on the NMLS website:

• ]]>Regarding any bankruptcy, include bankruptcy type, District Court location, date of filing, and date of discharge (if applicable).
• ]]>Provide a copy of the schedules listing the creditors, an explanation identifying all creditors and claims, a brief explanation of the circumstances surrounding the bankruptcy filing, and a copy of the discharge order (if applicable). Please do not submit a copy of the entire bankruptcy filing. (10/1/2010)

]]> Y Fri, 1 Oct 2010 14:30:00 PST # N Broker-associates who intend to perform MLO activities employed by a broker or corporation under a broker-salesperson agreement must be separately authorized to conduct those activities through the NMLS by filing Form MU4. After the MU4 is submitted, the broker will need to create a company relationship ]]> and request a sponsorship ]]> from the employing broker corporation.
]]>All licensed broker officers of a licensed corporation who intend to perform MLO activities on behalf of the corporation, will need to create a company relationship ]]> and request a sponsorship ]]> from the corporation. (10/1/2010) Y Fri, 1 Oct 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/ca/ConsumerAlert_Cash4Keys.pdf Y New consumer alert regarding "Cash for Keys" programs has been posted. (9/16/2010) Thu, 16 Sep 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_Riverside091610.pdf Y Press release on upcoming Financial Literacy workshop has been posted. (9/16/2010) Thu, 16 Sep 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/ca/ConsumerAlert_ShortSalesUpdate.pdf Y Update to DRE Issued Consumer and Industry Alert(s) Regarding Short Sales Fraud, and Related Issues. (9/16/2010) Thu, 16 Sep 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/re25.pdf Y Explains how to determine sufficient reserve funds. (9/2/2010) Thu, 2 Sep 2010 14:30:00 PST http://californiafinancialliteracy.org/riverside_sep2010.html N Stay tuned for the next Financial Sense to White Picket Fence Seminar - Sept. 25, 2010 in Riverside, CA. (9/2/2010) Thu, 2 Sep 2010 14:30:00 PST https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/401667529 N Reoccurring webinar program Thursday, August 26 from 12:00 pm (noon) to 1:00 pm. For more information please visit: www.californiafinancialliteracy.org and www.dre.ca.gov. ]]> (8/11/2010) Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:30:00 PST https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/401667529 N Reoccurring webinar program Thursdays, August 5, 12, 19, & 26 from 12:00 pm (noon) to 1:00 pm. For more information please visit: www.californiafinancialliteracy.org and www.dre.ca.gov. ]]> (8/11/2010) Tue, 17 Aug 2010 14:30:00 PST https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/403283840 N Join the California Department of Real Estate, California Association of Mortgage Professionals and the California Association of Realtors for an update and information on the requirements and deadlines of the S.A.F.E. Act. on Thursday, August 19, 2010 from 10-11:00 AM PDT. (8/11/2010) Wed, 11 Aug 2010 14:30:00 PST https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/401667529 N Reoccurring webinar program Thursdays, August 5, 12, 19, & 26 from 12:00 pm (noon) to 1:00 pm. For more information please visit: www.californiafinancialliteracy.org and www.dre.ca.gov. ]]> (8/11/2010) Wed, 11 Aug 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/gen_services.html N On Friday, August 20, 2010, beginning at 6:00 p.m. through 8:00 p.m., the DRE will be performing system upgrades. The IVR phone system and DRE eLicensing will be unavailable during this time. (8/5/2010) Thu, 5 Aug 2010 14:30:00 PST https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/401667529 N Reoccurring webinar program Thursdays, August 5, 12, 19, & 26 from 12:00 pm (noon) to 1:00 pm. For more information please visit: www.californiafinancialliteracy.org and www.dre.ca.gov. ]]> (8/3/2010) Tue, 3 Aug 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/gen_offices_closed.html N DRE to close offices three Fridays of each month. (8/2/2010) Mon, 2 Aug 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_enforcement_actions072810.pdf Y DRE issues press release on latest enforcement actions. (7/30/2010) Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:30:00 PST https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/401667529 N Reoccurring webinar program Thursdays, August 5, 12, 19, & 26 from 12:00 pm (noon) to 1:00 pm. For more information please visit: www.californiafinancialliteracy.org and www.dre.ca.gov. ]]> (7/22/2010) Thu, 22 Jul 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/foreclosure_guide2010_RE15.pdf Y Useful information for homeowners in financial distress who live in their homes. (7/20/2010) Tue, 20 Jul 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pub_rebltns.html N The Summer 2010 Real Estate Bulletin is now available. (7/9/2010) Fri, 9 Jul 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/gen_news_flash.asp N Until further notice, DRE offices are open for business on Fridays, pending further budget updates. (7/1/2010) Thu, 1 Jul 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/sub_civilcode1675.html N New page on Civil Code Section 1675 has been posted. (6/30/2010) Wed, 30 Jun 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsRelease_FinLiteracy061510.pdf Y DRE issues press release on financial literacy outreach program. (6/15/2010) Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:30:00 PST http://californiafinancialliteracy.org/wordpress/?page_id=14 N Save-the-Date for the DRE Seminar "Financial Sense to White Picket Fence" on Saturday, June 19th. Please register today at www.californiafinancialliteracy.org ]]> to reserve your spot. (6/10/2010) Thu, 10 Jun 2010 14:30:00 PST http://californiafinancialliteracy.org/wordpress/?page_id=14 N The Department of Real Estate in partnership with the California Community Colleges launches its first Financial Literacy Seminar "Financial Sense to White Picket Fence" at San Joaquin Delta College on Saturday, June 19th at 9am. For more information, please visit: www.californiafinancialliteracy.org and http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_cflm.html. (6/3/2010) Thu, 3 Jun 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/gen_services.html N On Sunday, May 23, 2010, beginning at 8:00 p.m. through 12:00 a.m., the DRE will be performing system upgrades. The IVR phone system and DRE eLicensing will be unavailable during this time. (5/10/2010) Mon, 10 May 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENewsrelease_shortsales_alert050510.pdf Y DRE issues press release on residential short sale fraud. (5/5/2010) Wed, 5 May 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.ftb.ca.gov/individuals/new_home_credit.shtml N The 2010 New Home Credit and First-Time Buyer Credit begins May 1, 2010. (4/20/2010) Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/gen_services.html N On Friday, April 16, 2010, beginning at 7:00 p.m. through 10:00 p.m., the DRE will be performing system upgrades. The IVR phone system and DRE eLicensing will be unavailable during this time. (4/15/2010) Thu, 15 Apr 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pub_rebltns.html N The Spring 2010 Real Estate Bulletin is now available. (4/12/2010) Mon, 12 Apr 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/ca/ConsumerAlert_ShortSales.pdf Y New consumer alert regarding residential short sales has been posted. (4/6/2010) Tue, 6 Apr 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_cflm.html N New page on the DRE's Financial Literacy Outreach Program has been posted. (3/30/2010) Tue, 30 Mar 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/pr/DRENews_releaseLodModFirm031810.pdf Y Press release on loan modification firm surrendering their license been posted. (3/25/2010) Thu, 25 Mar 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/Article_ShortSales03_2010.pdf Y An Overview and Warning to Real Estate Licensees Re: Fraud, and Legal and Ethical Minefields. (3/23/2010) Tue, 23 Mar 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/gen_rss.html N The DRE has launched an RSS subscription service to help the public stay informed of new items posted on the website. (3/15/2010) Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/DRENews_Release_AGsOffice_022210.pdf Y Press release on forensic loan audits has been posted. (2/23/2010) Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/ConsumerWarningForensicLoanAudits.pdf Y New fraud warning regarding forensic loan audits has been posted. (2/23/2010) Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pub_mlbltns.html N The Winter 2009 Mortgage Loan Bulletin is now available. (2/4/2010) Thu, 4 Feb 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/cons_barorders_list.asp N New list of persons and entities that have been issued a bar order by the Department of Real Estate is now available. (2/4/2010) Thu, 4 Feb 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pub_rebltns.html N The Winter 2009 Real Estate Bulletin is now available. (1/11/2010) Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/gen_requestspeaker.html N Information on requesting a speaker from the department has been posted. (1/5/2010) Tue, 5 Jan 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/ind_loanmoddisclosure.html N Information regarding Loan Modification Disclosure Requirements has been posted. (1/5/2010) Tue, 5 Jan 2010 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/lic_sb36_safe.html N Effective January 1, 2010, there are new licensing requirements for licensees who conduct residential or commercial mortgage loan activities. (12/31/2009) Thu, 31 Dec 2009 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pub_relaw.html N The 2010 Real Estate Law page has been updated. (12/31/2009) Thu, 31 Dec 2009 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/ind_GoodFaithEstimate_info.html N Information on the new good faith estimate form required by HUD has been posted. (12/31/2009) Thu, 31 Dec 2009 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/DRENews_release_Electronic_Exams121509.pdf Y Press release on the launch of electronic exams in Fresno has been posted. (12/15/2009) Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/DRENews_releaseCrispBAROrder11232009.pdf Y Press release on this order has been posted. (11/23/2009) Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/ForeclosureBrochure0909.pdf Y A brochure that explains the foreclosure process and possible alternatives to foreclosure has been posted. (11/17/2009) Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/FraudBrochure0909.pdf Y A brochure that provides an overview of home loan modifications and where to find free foreclosure avoidance counseling has been posted. (11/17/2009) Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pub_rebltns.html N The Fall 2009 Real Estate Bulletin is now available. (9/28/2009) Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/sub_faq_timeshares.html N New FAQ's on Time-shares have been posted. (8/26/2009) Wed, 26 Aug 2009 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/exm_eep_notice.html N DRE is now conducting salesperson and broker examinations in the Oakland District Office using an electronic examination system. (8/3/2009) Mon, 3 Aug 2009 14:30:00 PST http://www.dre.ca.gov/pdf_docs/strategic_plan_09_10.pdf Y The Department of Real Estate's 2009-10 Strategic Plan is now available. (7/9/2009) Thu, 9 Jul 2009 14:30:00 PST