California Residential Mortgage Lending Act

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Announcements 

• 01/11/2021 – 2020 Residential Mortgage Loan Report (Holden Act) and Instructions (PDF)
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Consumer Information

• How to file a complaint
• Search the Licensee Listing
• NMLS Consumer Access

Information on companies and branches licensed under CRMLA is also available on NMLS Consumer Access. NMLS Consumer Access is a fully searchable website that allows the public to view information concerning state-licensed mortgage companies, branches and individuals currently licensed through NMLS.

Licensee Questions and Information

• Who is Required to Obtain a License or Branch License under the CRMLA
• How Do I Apply for a CRMLA License or Authorize a Branch Office under the CRMLA
• Requirements After a CRMLA License has been issued
• How Do I Amend CRMLA License or authorize a Branch Office under the CRMLA
• How Do I Surrender a CRMLA License or Branch Office Authorization under the CRMLA
• Frequently Asked Questions about California Residential Mortgage Lending Act 

Publications

• California Residential Mortgage Lending Act Reports
• Bona Fide Nonprofit Affordable Housing Organizations

Forms

• Forms
• Translated Residential Mortgage Loan Forms and Pre-Foreclosure Notices

Laws and Regulations

• About the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act
• California Residential Mortgage Lending Act – Regulations, Legislation, Opinions, Releases

Resources

• California Civil Code section 2924.8 Notice of Foreclosure Sale (PDF)
• The Nationwide Multistate Licensing System & Registry (NMLS) Information on CRMLA licensing requirements is also available on the NMLS website. The NMLS, developed through the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) and the American Association of Residential Mortgage Regulators (AARMR), allows companies to conveniently manage their mortgage license(s) in an electronic format through a secure website. Please visit NMLS for additional information. View state licensing requirements specific to the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation.

Residential Mortgage Forms