The mission of the California Department of Real Estate is to safeguard and promote the public interests in real estate matters through licensure, regulation, education and enforcement.

This page explains the process of renewing your license with the California Department of Real Estate (DRE)

The California Department of Real Estate exists to serve the real property market and protects the transactions occurring in the real estate field. The DRE grants licenses to Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons.

The primary objective of the Department of Real Estate (DRE) is the protection of the public interest in regard to the offering of subdivided lands, and the handling of real estate transactions by licensees.

This is the Licensee home page of the California Department of Real Estate (DRE)

Information every examinee needs to know before applying for the real estate exam

If you would like to search for a real estate broker or corporation by the main office or branch address, click here. If you would like to search for a Prepaid Rental Listing Service (PRLS), click here.

Information every examinee needs to know before applying for the real estate exam

The California Department of Real Estate (DRE) continues to enjoy a nationwide reputation as a leader in real estate licensing and regulation. Operations. The revenue necessary to operate the DRE is derived from fees charged for real estate licenses, subdivision public reports, and various other permits issued by the Department.

“The provisions of this article shall not apply to any real estate licensee who submits proof satisfactory to the commissioner that he or she has been a real estate licensee in good standing for 30 continuous years in this state and is 70 years of age or older. A licensee in good standing is one who holds an active license