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CAMB The California Association of Mortgage Brokers was established in 1990 by mortgage professionals throughout the state. Today, CAMB's members total more than 4,000 mortgage brokers and affiliated service providers across California.

Mortgage brokers are consumer advocates in the mortgage selection process, helping home buyers to pre-qualify, select a mortgage loan, and complete escrow. By linking with banks, other financial institutions, and private lenders, mortgage brokers offer consumers access to a wide range of choices as they select the right mortgage for their needs.

MBA The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) is the national association representing the real estate finance industry, an industry that employs more than 370,000 people in virtually every community in the country. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., MBA invests in communities across the nation by ensuring the continued strength of the nation's residential and commercial real estate markets; expanding homeownership and extending access to affordable housing to all Americans and supporting financial literacy efforts.

NAMB The National Association of Mortgage Brokers is the voice of the mortgage broker industry, representing the interests of mortgage brokers and homebuyers since 1973.

The Association is committed to promoting the highest degree of professionalism and ethical standards for its members. In addition to mandating members adhere to a professional code of ethics, NAMB provides mortgage brokers with professional education opportunities, and offers rigorous certification programs to recognize members with the highest levels of professional knowledge and education. As the sole national trade association for this industry, NAMB is affiliated with all 50 state associations and the District of Columbia. NAMB’s active lobbying and advocacy efforts frequently focus on national and state issues.

DRE The California Department of Real Estate continues to enjoy a nationwide reputation as a leader in real estate licensing and regulation. The California Legislature enacted the nation's first real estate license law in 1917. Providing for the licensing and regulation of real estate licensees, this law continues to serve as a model for similar legislation in many other states. The California Department of Real Estate (DRE) continues to enjoy a nationwide reputation as a leader in real estate licensing and regulation.

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