California Bureau of Real Estate (CalBRE)

The California Bureau of Real Estate (CalBRE), now known as the Department of Real Estate (DRE), is a state agency that regulates real estate licensing and transactions in California. Its primary role is to protect consumers in the real estate market by ensuring that agents and brokers are properly licensed and adhere to the law. The DRE also provides educational resources, processes real estate licenses, and handles complaints against real estate professionals. By overseeing these aspects, the agency helps maintain integrity and professionalism in California's real estate industry.