When DRE recommends, we listen. This recommendation came to us through their X (formerly Twitter) feed: “Real Estate Career Introduction-Workforce Lebre Texts.” From the Website Intro: Welcome to the Workforce Library. This Living Library is a principal hub of the LibreTexts project, which is a multi-institutional collaborative venture to develop the next generation of open-access […]
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I MEET THE NICEST PEOPLE
Patrick Lehman is a Real Estate Broker from Newport Beach, CA. He is also a very long-time supporter of Duane Gomer Education. DGE helped Patrick get his real estate sales license in 1989 and his broker’s license in 2011. His current company is Privacy Real Estate Services. I was in Costco when Patrick came over, […]
Exclusive Insight from Former Real Estate Commissioner Wayne Bell
We’re honored to feature an article written by Wayne Bell, former California Real Estate Commissioner. His in-depth perspective offers real value for real estate professionals—this isn’t a quick teaser, it’s a must-read full of substance. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from one of the most respected voices in the industry. An Easy and Fundamental […]
Lawyers as Brokers
Today, we are presenting another outstanding offering by an industry leader, Wayne Bell. In the article, Wayne discusses the California laws concerning lawyers brokering properties. Interestingly, I have had the privilege of doing DRE license preparation classes for lawyers across the state. Yes, many of them read too much into every question, but they are […]
NMLS Renewal Information
NMLS recently sent the following email to Mortgage Loan Originators who had not yet completed their continuing education as of July 10th. In case you missed it, here’s a quick summary:As of July 10, your education record in NMLS shows “pending” because you have not yet completed continuing education (CE) for this year. CE is […]
DRE ALERT! STAY INFORMED Continuing Education (CE) Audit Information
When a student completes one of our renewal courses, they receive a completion notice and instructions on how to print their certificate. Please note: we do not report course completions to the Department of Real Estate (DRE). At the time of license renewal, it is the licensee’s responsibility to certify completion of their continuing education […]
What Do You Want in Real Estate Education?
I am thinking of scheduling some educational classes for all real estate professionals, and would love your thoughts on what topics I should present. Basic Property Management How to get started, how to grow your business, and understanding all applicable regulations. Mortgage Loan Originators & Residential Agents: Working Together Strategies for collaboration that drive better […]
What Are Wayne Bell and Tricia Parkhurst Doing?
The two Department of Real Estate veterans have formed a new company to assist real estate professionals like you. According to their website (www.reaaca.com), their mission is to provide value-added guidance and support for real estate consumers and licensed professionals. To help you understand how valuable their expertise is, I have included extensive bios for […]
NEW DRE FEES AS OF JULY 1, 2024
Effective July 1, 2024, many of the California Department of Real Estate examinee, licensee, subdivider, and statutory/pre-license course provider fees are increasing.
CALIFORNIA HAS A NEW REAL ESTATE COMMISSIONER
CHIKA SUNQUIST, DRE COMMISSIONER Chika Araki Sunquist was appointed Real Estate Commissioner for the State of California by Governor Gavin Newsom on November 28, 2023. Her first day of office was January 3, 2024. She succeeded Doug McCauley whose final day was December 29, 2023. Commissioner McCauley had earlier succeeded Wayne Bell. The question for […]