Online California Mortgage Loan Originator Continuing Education Courses from RealEstateU

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Keep your California MLO license active with RealEstateU, one of the most affordable NMLS-approved continuing education providers in the country. Whether you're licensed under the DRE or DFPI, these 2026 California CE packages satisfy your full annual renewal requirement — and you can knock it all out in as little as one day. California offers two specialized CE paths — or grab just the standalone CA-DFPI law module if that's all you need.

Pricing includes NMLS credit banking fee of $1.50 per credit hour. NMLS Course Provider ID: 1405093.

Which Path Is Right for You?

DRE-Licensed

DRE Path — 8 Hours

For CA MLOs licensed under the Department of Real Estate. Includes the 7-Hour SAFE Core: MLO Basics Course plus the 1-Hour SAFE: Rehab Loans elective — satisfying all 2026 CA-DRE CE requirements.

DFPI-Licensed

DFPI Path — 8 Hours

For CA MLOs licensed under the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation. Includes the 7-Hour SAFE Core plus the 1-Hour CA-DFPI SAFE: Understanding California Law (NMLS #18321) — or purchase that 1-hour module on its own.

Course Options

Option 1: California-DRE CE Package

DRE PATH — For DRE-Licensed MLOs

The complete 8-hour CE package for CA MLOs licensed under the Department of Real Estate — satisfies all 2026 CA-DRE renewal requirements.

  • 7-Hour SAFE Core: MLO Basics Course — NMLS Approval #18318. Covers Federal Law, Ethics & Non-Traditional Mortgage Lending.
  • 1-Hour SAFE: Rehab Loans Elective — NMLS Approval #18319.
  • Online self-study — complete on your schedule, finish in as little as one day.

Option 2: California-DFPI CE Package

DFPI PATH — For DFPI-Licensed MLOs

The complete 8-hour CE package for CA MLOs licensed under the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation — satisfies all 2026 CA-DFPI renewal requirements.

  • 7-Hour SAFE Core: MLO Basics Course — NMLS Approval #18318. Covers Federal Law, Ethics & Non-Traditional Mortgage Lending.
  • 1-Hour CA-DFPI SAFE: Understanding California Law — NMLS Approval #18321. Covers CA Financing Law & DFPI-specific requirements.
  • Online self-study — complete on your schedule, finish in as little as one day.
Standalone

Option 3: CA-DFPI Law Course

DFPI PATH — Standalone 1-Hour Module

Already completed the 7-Hour SAFE Core elsewhere? Purchase just the required 1-hour California-specific module to fulfill your CA-DFPI state elective requirement.

  • 1-Hour CA-DFPI SAFE: Understanding California Law — NMLS Approval #18321.
  • Covers CA Financing Law & the Residential Mortgage Lending Act — required for DFPI licensees.
  • Online self-study — complete in as little as one hour.

Frequently Asked Questions & Requirements

Why Choose RealEstateU?

RealEstateU is one of the most affordable NMLS-approved CE providers in the country. Their online self-study format is designed to be fast, convenient, and fully compliant with California MLO license renewal requirements.

  • Complete in as Little as One Day: Only 8 total hours required — knock it out in a single session or spread it across a few days.
  • Two Specialized Paths: DRE and DFPI packages built specifically for each license type — no guesswork on compliance.
  • NMLS Reporting Included: RealEstateU reports your completions to the NMLS within 5 business days — no extra steps required.
  • Rated 4.6/5 by Students: Thousands of licensed MLOs have trusted RealEstateU to keep their credentials current.
California MLO CE Requirements
  • 8 Hours Total Per Year: Both DRE and DFPI MLOs must complete 8 hours of NMLS-approved CE annually to renew their license.
  • 7-Hour SAFE Core: Required for both paths — covers 3 hrs Federal Law, 2 hrs Ethics, and 2 hrs Non-Traditional Mortgage Lending.
  • 1-Hour State Elective: DRE licensees complete the Rehab Loans elective; DFPI licensees complete the CA-DFPI Understanding California Law module.
  • December 31st Deadline: Complete CE by Dec 31st each year. RealEstateU recommends finishing at least one week early to allow time for NMLS reporting.
  • New Licensees: If you obtained your MLO license and completed pre-licensing education in the same year, you are not required to take CE that year.
  • NMLS Credit Banking Fee: Pricing includes $1.50 per credit hour for NMLS credit banking — required by NMLS to report completed education hours.
System Requirements & Redemption

Tech Standards: Desktop or laptop required — NMLS does not approve MLO CE courses for smartphones, tablets, or other handheld devices. Google Chrome recommended; Safari and Firefox fully supported.

Important: Course package must be completed within 90 days of purchase. Eligible for a full refund within 72 hours of purchase.

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