California Dept. of Real Estate issues Covid-19 licensing FAQs

State Issues California Covid-19 Licensing

On March 20, the California Department of Real Estate issued Covid-19 FAQs for licensing and business practices. The FAQs confirm that DRE has cancelled all salesperson and broker license exams through April 30. However, DRE will not extend expiration dates or deadlines for licensees, or waiving fees for late submissions. The FAQs also address the process for rescheduling exams and license renewals. The FAQs note that while the DRE’s offices are closed until further notice, the DRE is still operational by phone, eLicensing, and mail, and indicates further questions and responses regarding business practices will be provided in the future.