Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025Class Size45 studentsCredits3 Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionCovers the impact of national, regional, and local trends on real estate values. Includes the role of the government in the economy and how that role affects real estate issues, cycles, business fluctuations, credit markets, real property taxation concepts, land use controls, development of real property, and limitations imposed on real estate markets. Applies toward DRE (CA Department of Real Estate) elective educational requirements for the Real Estate Salesperson License. Applies toward DRE (California Department of Real Estate) core educational requirements for the broker's exam. For consumers, professionals, and investors. 