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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
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Top News

•  The BIG Event Membership Meeting – Oct. 15
•  Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire – Oct. 22
•  C.A.R. Ombudsman On Call To Answer Non-Legal Questions
•  Transact – New Transaction Management Platform to
   Replace zipForm®

•  Save the Date: Elected Officials Reception – Oct. 23
•  WCR Upcoming Events

MLS Updates

•  Help Your Clients Protect Their Privacy & Safety
•  REALTOR® Optimized Laptops For Sale
•  Windows 10 Support Ends – Oct. 14

 LAPTOP DOC

Upcoming Education

Get to Know Transact: The Future of Transaction Management
Wed., Oct. 1  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Top 5 ways to Use AI in Your Everyday Life
Wed., Oct. 1  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm

Local Government & Community: Partnering for Success (Session 1)

Wed., Oct. 1  |  2:00pm – 4:30pm

Successfully Meet Clients Needs w/ RPR’s Search & Map Tools
Thu., Oct. 2  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

MLS: How to Add & Maintain a Listing in Paragon with CCAR

Thu., Oct. 2  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

eKey & SupraWEB Q&A Essentials

Fri., Oct. 3  |  8:00am – 9:00am

dotloop: Basic Training

Mon., Oct. 6  |  10:00am –  11:00am

Paragon Connect: Dashboard Navigation
Mon., Oct. 6  |  11:00am – 11:30am

New Construction: Builders Update
Tue., Oct. 7  |  10:00am – 11:00am

RealReports: Aiden ‘Research Mode’ Primer
Tue., Oct. 7  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Rentals Are the Key: Unlock New Opportunities in Today’s Market
Wed., Oct. 8  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Local Government & Community: Partnering for Success (Session 2)
Wed., Oct. 8  |  2:00pm – 4:30pm

Social Media in Real Estate
Thu., Oct. 9  |  10:00am – 11:00am

MLS: Intro to Paragon MLS w/ CCAR
Thu., Oct. 9  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

DRE License Renewal Crash Course (Online)
Fri., Oct. 10  |  9:30am – 12:00pm

C.A.R. Townhall for Brokers/Managers
Fri., Oct. 10  |  11:00am – 12:30pm

 OnlineEd Offers CA Salespersons
A Fast Track to Becoming Brokers

California Salespersons now have a new path to becoming Brokers with OnlineEd’s fully interactive, online courses. These textbook-free courses are designed to be mobile-friendly and comprehensive, offering a convenient way to advance to a Broker Licensee.
REGISTER NOW >>

 Online Continuing Education

Visit the CCAR Calendar to view/register for additional online training opportunities.

REALTOR® ACTION FUND (RAF)

The RAF supports political activities at the local, state, and national levels. It gives REALTORS® the financial resources needed to advocate for policies which protect property rights and REALTORS®​ ability to effectively conduct their business.

 






Contribute Today >>

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Goodbye zipForm® — Hello Transact

Starting Oct. 1, C.A.R. members will have access to Transact, a new transaction management platform that will eventually replace zipForm®. For now, both zipForm® and Transact will run side-by-side, giving you time to explore and transition at your own pace.

Transact is designed to simplify transactions, streamline workflows, and ensure compliance. Be sure to check the CCAR calendar for upcoming Transact training sessions to get comfortable with the new system before it becomes the default.

Get to Know Transact – The Future of Transaction Management
Wed., Oct. 1  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Transact: Navigating the System
Mon., Oct. 13  |  7:00am – 8:00am

Transact: Navigating the System
Mon., Oct. 27  |  7:00am – 8:00am

Save the Date: Elected Officials Reception – Oct. 23

Women’s Council of REALTORS® Upcoming Events

   

You’re Invited: CCAR’s Annual General Membership Meeting, The BIG Event! – October 15 

CCAR Members, join us at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek on Wed., Oct. 15, from 8:30am to 12:30pm for our Annual General Membership Meeting. This members-only event is your opportunity to stay informed about the rapid changes in the real estate market and gain valuable legal insights to help you navigate today’s challenges with confidence.

We are excited to welcome Jordan Levine, Senior Vice President and Chief Economist at C.A.R., who will share his outlook on the 2026 housing market and discuss supply conditions shaping the future. You’ll also hear from Gov Hutchinson, Assistant General Counsel at C.A.R., who will provide important legal updates every REALTOR® needs to know.

Please plan to arrive early to allow time for parking and to enjoy light refreshments in the lobby before the program begins. As a reminder, no food or drink is allowed inside the theater.

Don’t miss this chance to hear directly from two of the industry’s most respected voices and connect with fellow CCAR members at one of our most important events of the year.

Register Now >>

Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire – Oct. 22

CCAR REALTOR® Members: Join us for an evening of appetizers, drinks, raffles, and fun at Lafayette Library’s Don Tatzin Community Hall on Oct. 22, from 5pm – 7pm! Discover the wide range of services offered by local industry partners while supporting two amazing causes—the CCAR Scholarship Foundation and CCAR Helping Hands.

CCAR Affiliates: The Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire offers a fantastic opportunity to showcase your business to CCAR REALTORS®. Think of it as a trade show, but more fun– and it’s all for a great cause!

Here’s How:
Purchase a vender table for $35 by contacting Jason Catalano at 925.295.9202 or [email protected].

FREE REALTOR® TICKETS >>

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C.A.R. Ombudsman Volunteers On Call to Answer Non-Legal Questions

If you’re a member looking to resolve a minor dispute or communication issue with another REALTOR®, a C.A.R. Ombudsman can help! C.A.R. Ombudsmen are REALTORS® who volunteer their time to answer non-legal questions and resolve non-legal disputes. 

C.A.R. Ombudsman aim to enhance communication among REALTORS® and can propose resolutions for minor issues raised by clients or other members, avoiding escalation. Some common grievances include claims of possible ethics violations and communication issues, such as misrepresentation and lying, as well as complaints surrounding cancellation of a contract, listing, or escrow.

Please Note: Ombudsmen are not attorneys, and do not provide legal advice or answer legal questions.

Read More >>

REALTOR® Optimized Laptops For Sale

Laptop Doc

All laptops purchased from CCAR come with a 2-year warranty, data transfer, and RE setup included. Reminder: Support for Windows 10 ends on Oct. 14, 2025.
  • Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 – $850.36 >>
  • LG Gram 17 – Ai Ready – $1,845.36  >>

Windows 10 Support Ends – Oct. 14

Microsoft will soon stop providing security updates, technical assistance, and feature updates, making computers running Windows 10 more vulnerable to viruses and malware. As a result, CCAR will be unable to support members with computer issues using Windows 10.

We recommend contacting your IT department or CCAR to check if your computer is eligible for an upgrade to Windows 11. CCAR can also assist with a new laptop transition.

For details, contact CCAR Member Services at 925.295.1270 or [email protected].

Help Your Clients Protect Their Privacy & Safety

When clients prepare their homes for sale, they often focus on curb appeal and staging — but privacy and safety are just as critical. With photography, video, and frequent visitors now standard in the selling process, REALTORS® play an essential role in helping clients safeguard their personal information and belongings.

NAR is providing members with a new Consumer Guide: Home Selling Tips for Privacy and Safety, designed to help you educate clients on best practices. The guide covers everything from stowing personal items and securing valuables to discouraging unauthorized photography and using electronic lockboxes to monitor access.

As REALTORS®, you are uniquely positioned — and ethically obligated — to protect our clients’ best interests. This resource makes it easier to start the conversation and provide practical advice.

Consumer Guide >>
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