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Appraiser licensing in California is controlled by what entity?

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A

The Department of Real Estate (DRE).

The Department of Real Estate (DRE) licenses and regulates real estate brokers and salespersons, not appraisers. This is a common misconception because the DRE handles many real estate licensing functions, but appraiser regulation falls under a different department.

B

The California Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers (CalBREA).

The California Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers (CalBREA) does not exist as a separate entity. This option represents a fabricated name that combines elements of the actual BREA (which is part of the DBO) and the DRE, creating confusion.

C

The Department of Business Oversight (DBO).

Correct Answer
D

The California Department of Insurance (CDI).

The California Department of Insurance (CDI) regulates insurance professionals and insurance-related matters, not real estate appraisers. This option represents a confusion between different state regulatory agencies.

Why is this correct?

The Department of Business Oversight (DBO) regulates appraiser licensing in California through its Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers (BREA). This is the state agency responsible for establishing licensing requirements, enforcing standards, and disciplining appraisers under California law.

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