2320 Department of Real Estate
Program Descriptions

10 - LICENSING AND EDUCATION

The objective of the Licensing Program is to ensure that 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 meet specified qualifications. The education section ensures licensees meet minimum education standards and requirements.

20 - ENFORCEMENT, AUDITS AND RECOVERY

The objective of the Enforcement and Audit programs are to investigate the actions of any person acting in the capacity of a real estate licensee, perform financial compliance audits of licensees and subdividers, and administratively prosecute violations of the Real Estate Law and Subdivided Lands Law. The Recovery program enables victims of fraud to recover amounts per the limitations set by statute.

30 - SUBDIVISIONS

The Subdivisions Program protects the public against fraud and misrepresentation in the sale or lease of subdivided land through the issuance of public reports which disclose vital information to prospective purchasers of subdivision interests.

40 - ADMINISTRATION

The Administration Program provides support services to the department's programs through the Fiscal and Business Services Section, Information Technology Section, and Human Resources Section.