How Can You Verify a California Real Estate Professional's License?
By JC Pacific Corp Published 2026-09-01 Last professionally reviewed: September 2026
Verify a California real estate salesperson or broker through the official California Department of Real Estate license lookup, not through a screenshot or link supplied only by the person being checked.
What should you compare?
- Legal name
- License number
- License status
- Expiration information
- Employing broker
- Public contact information
- Disciplinary information when available
- Company identity
- Email domain and telephone number
Does an active license prove every request is legitimate?
No. A criminal may impersonate a licensed professional. Contact the brokerage using independently verified information.
What about lenders, escrow companies, contractors, or attorneys?
Different regulators and license systems apply. Use the appropriate official state or federal source.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a business card proof of licensing?
No.
Can someone use another professional's license number?
An impersonator may copy public information.
Does social-media verification prove licensing?
No.
Educational information
License verification is one part of identity and professional due diligence.
Use the official California DRE license lookup (https://www2.dre.ca.gov/PublicASP/pplinfo.asp) and independently contact the employing brokerage.
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A note on legal advice: These guides provide general, educational information about California real estate practice. They are not legal advice and do not create an attorney-client relationship. Mortgage information is general education, not individualized lending, tax or legal guidance. For advice about your specific offer, contract, closing or financing, consult a qualified California real estate attorney and a qualified mortgage professional.