• It’s Here: You’re New Complimentary Member Benefit
• August Training & Events
• YPN RE Trivia Night – Sep 3
• CA Insurance Market Update – Aug 19
• Discover Realtor.com+ Training – Aug 19 & 24
• C.A.R. REimagine! Conference & Expo – Oct 6-8
• WCR Mixer, Mingle & Vote – Aug 26
• California Housing Affordability Slips in 2nd Quarter
• REALTOR® Optimized Laptops For Sale
All laptops purchased through CCAR include a 2-year warranty, data transfer, and Real Estate setup.
Statewide Webinar: California Insurance Market Update – Aug 19
California’s homeowners insurance market may be showing early signs of stabilization. Join Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara, Carolyn Kousky of Insurance for Good, and Amy Bach of United Policyholders next Wed, Aug 19, from 5:00–6:00pm for an update on FAIR Plan trends, insurer participation, coverage reforms, and what may be ahead for California consumers.
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Discover Realtor.com+ at an Upcoming Live Training Webinar – Aug 19 & 24
Meet Realtor.com+, a new member benefit now available in the Bay Area. The platform brings client searches, listings, and messages into one secure, branded, and collaborative space, helping REALTORS® stay connected with clients from the first search through closing.
Live training and product demonstrations will be offered on Aug 19th and the 24th, with session times varying by date.
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C.A.R. REimagine! Conference and Expo –
Oct 6-8
The REimagine!® Conference & Expo brings REALTORS® together for education, inspiration, and connection, with industry insights, practical strategies, and networking opportunities to help grow your business.
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It’s Here: Your New Complimentary Member Benefit
Beginning today, CCAR members have a new tool to help strengthen their online presence and create new business opportunities. As part of the launch of CCARHomes.com, every CCAR REALTOR® member also receives a complimentary branded MLS IDX website, powered by SaleCore.
Your new member benefit includes:
- Your own branded property search website featuring your contact information and professional brand.
- MLS-powered listings across 27 Northern California counties, giving clients a robust regional home search.
- Mobile-friendly property search with maps, filters, open houses, saved listings and saved searches.
- Automatic property updates that help keep clients engaged as new listings come to market.
- Direct consumer connections through your branded experience—without paid agent ads competing for their attention.
- Built-in lead and client tools to help you turn searches into conversations and relationships.
Whether you already have a website or need a professional online presence, this complimentary benefit gives you another tool to support your business and provide clients with a trusted property-search experience.
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HOW TO ACTIVATE YOUR COMPLIMENTARY IDX WEBSITE >>
Make August Your Back-to-School Month
The kids are heading back to school, so why should they have all the fun? August is a great time to get back to learning, sharpen your skills, and pick up some new tools to help you grow your business.
This month’s Education & Events features upcoming classes and programs designed to help CCAR members stay informed and work smarter. From AI and marketing tools to RPR, Cloud CMA, contracts, lead conversion, license renewal, Paragon, and more, there are plenty of opportunities to add something new to your real estate toolkit.
Check out what’s coming up and make August your month to learn, grow, and build your business.
YPN 4th Annual Real Estate Trivia Night! – Sep. 3
Get ready for a night of fun, laughs, and a little friendly competition at CCAR YPN’s 4th Annual Real Estate Trivia Night!
Put your real estate knowledge to the test, team up with friends and colleagues, and enjoy a fun night out with the industry. Best of all, registration is FREE and includes 2 drink tickets!
We’ll also have raffles throughout the evening, plus food available for purchase from the P&B Smash Burger Food Truck.
Come ready to compete, connect, and have a great time!
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WCR Mixer, Mingle, & Vote – Aug 26
The Women’s Council of REALTORS® invites you to its Annual Member Mixer & 2027 Board Elections. Connect with REALTORS® and strategic partners, enjoy complimentary appetizers courtesy of Catherine Foster with American Home Shield, and cast your vote for the 2027 Board of Directors.
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All laptops purchased through CCAR include a 2-year warranty, data transfer, and Real Estate setup.
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California Housing Affordability
Slips in Second Quarter
Housing affordability in California declined in the second quarter of 2026 as elevated mortgage rates and higher home prices continued to challenge prospective buyers. According to the California Association of REALTORS®, 19% of California households could afford to purchase the state’s $916,750 median-priced home, down from 22% in the first quarter, though affordability remained slightly improved from the same period last year.
A household needed a minimum annual income of approximately $228,400 to qualify for a typical home, highlighting the continued gap between home prices and household incomes across much of the state. Affordability levels also varied significantly by region and county.
Read the full C.A.R. report for more details on statewide and local housing affordability trends, here >>
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