2320 Department of Real Estate
Program Descriptions

10 LICENSING

The objective of the Licensing Program is to ensure the proper qualifications of individuals who wish to engage in real estate business and act in the capacity of, or advertise as, a real estate broker or salesperson within California.

20 ENFORCEMENT AND RECOVERY

The objective of this program is to enforce California's Real Estate Law through a coordinated effort to investigate fraud, audit transactions, monitor mortgage loan activity, and regulate the activities of the real estate industry.

30 SUBDIVISIONS

The Subdivisions Program's objective is to protect the public against fraud and misrepresentation in the sale or lease of subdivided land through the enforcement of the Subdivided Lands Law.

40 ADMINISTRATION

The Administration Program provides support services to the Department's programs through its Fiscal Section, Information Systems Section, and Human Resources Section