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May 2024
From the desk of:
Mary Beall-Neighbor
CCAR DIRECTOR, DISTRICT 1 LIAISON
EMAIL: [email protected] | TEL: (925) 708-0800
Dear Friend and Fellow-Member,
I hope you are doing well and experiencing a prosperous Spring season!
Your CCAR leadership and members from around the State and Nation have just returned from legislative sessions in Sacramento and Washington, D.C., where we spoke with key representatives about important issues affecting your business and the industry as a whole. Check out the summary of issues below.
I’d also like to encourage you to get your Code of Ethics training completed before the NAR triennial cycle ends on December 31st. Below, you can check your training status, register for free training and/or attend a live webinar this month.
Feel free to contact me directly if you have questions, or want to chat (contact information noted above).
TOP NEWS:
REALTORS® Talk to Legislators in Washington, D.C.
Thousands of members gathered in D.C. for annual Legislative Day, highlighted by in-person “Hill Visits” where they discussed five top priority real estate issues. | SEE SUMMARY >
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NAR Legislative Advocacy Podcast
Listen now to part one of a two-part podcast conversation, where Shannon McGann and Patrick Newton discuss NAR’s latest legislative successes and ongoing policy fights. | LEARN MORE >
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MLS Policy Changes Coming in Aug
Get a detailed explanation of each MLS policy change required under the NAR lawsuit settlement agreement. These revised policies will go into effect on Aug 17, 2024. | VIEW >
UPCOMING EDUCATION COURSES:
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FREE 2-Day ABR Designation Course MAY 20, 21
LIVESTREAM | 2-PART SERIES | 8:00 am - 3:00 pm | The Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) Designation Course will give you the professional tools and knowledge to be an advocate and guide for your buyer-clients. | REGISTER >
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Code of Ethics Training with Leigh Brown (No Exam!) MAY 23
LIVESTREAM | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm | Popular instructor Leigh Brown will present a lively National Code of Ethics Day training session with emphasis on the most misunderstood articles to help you prevent future violations. | REGISTER >
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FREE Buyer Representation Agreement & Related Forms MAY 28
WEBINAR | 10:00 am | Learn all about the C.A.R. buyer representation forms, how to incorporate them into your business, overcome objections you may encounter, and strengthen your relationships with buyers. | REGISTER >
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