• Short Survey: Share Your thoughts on New MLS Policy
• Nominate by Petition for the 2026 CCAR Board of Directors
• Strengthening CA’s Insurance Market (Sac.) – Apr. 29
• REALTOR Action Fund: Help Bail Out Barry!
• C.A.R. Forum On Forms – Apr. 29
• WCR Bowling Tournament – May 26
FEATURED CLASSES:
Leveraging Social Media Marketing – Strategies that Work!
Wed., Apr. 30 | 9:30am 10:30am
CCAR Education presents…CRS Tax Suite 4-Part Series
May 1 | Part 1 & 2 Beyond the Basics
May 1 | Part 3 & 4 CMA & Prospecting
CCAR & Bridges Wealth – Maximize Your Social Security
Tue., May 13
Commercial: Property Search & Prospecting
Wed., Apr. 23 | 9:00am 10:00am
Buyer Rep, Broker Comp (BRBC) & Residential Listings Agreement
Wed., Apr. 23 | 10:00am 1:00pm
Generational Marketing for Real Estate Agents
Wed., Apr. 23 | 1:00pm 2:00pm
Mobile MLS: Collaboration Center in Paragon Connect
Thu., Apr. 24 | 11:00am 11:30am
1031 Exchange: Growing Your Business
Thu., Apr. 24 | 2:00pm 3:00pm
CCAR’s Intro to Paragon MLS
Thu., Apr. 24 | 2:00pm 4:00pm
C.A.R. Townhall for Brokers/Managers
Fri., Apr. 25 | 11:00am 12:30pm
Lead Generation w/ Dynamic Market Activity Reports
Mon., Apr. 28 | 10:00am 11:00am
The Forum on Forms: sponsored by Standard Forms Advisory Committee
Tue., Apr. 29 | 8:00am 10:00am
NEW CCAR Member Benefit: Intro to RealReports
Tue., Apr. 29 | 10:00am 11:00am
zipForms: e-Signatures
Tue., Apr. 29 | 10:00am 11:00am
NEW CCAR Member Benefit: Intro to RealReports
Tue., Apr. 29 | 1:00pm 2:00pm
Strengthening California’s Insurance Market: Expanding Access & Stability
Tue., Apr. 29 | 3:00pm 4:30pm
CCAR presents…Leveraging Social Media Marketing – Strategies that Work!
Wed., Apr. 30 | 9:30am 10:30am
WomanUP!® Live Show
Wed., Apr. 30 | 11:00am 12:00pm
Top 5 Browser Extensions for Real Estate Agents in 2025
Wed., Apr. 30 | 1:00pm 2:00pm
CRS Tax Suite: The Basics and Beyond
Thu., May 1 | 10:00am – 11:00am
CRS Tax Suite: CMA & Prospecting
Thu., May 1 | 11:30am – 2:30pm
Intro to REALTORS® Property Resource w/ Chris Dickson
Thu., May 1 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
DRE License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., May 2 | 9:30am – 12:00pm
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 >>
Visit the CCAR Calendar to view/register for additional online training opportunities.
Elevate Your Career: Benefits of Association Membership
By Lawrence Bellido
REALTOR® associations have existed for more than 100 years, providing an array of benefits that contribute to agents’ success throughout the nation.
As a newcomer to the profession, you are likely aware of these associations but may not fully understand the wide range of benefits they provide. From enhancing your knowledge to expanding your connections and more, associations can significantly elevate your career.
Let’s take a deeper dive into some of the key benefits of association membership.
Education and Training Resources
Associations offer a wide range of seminars, webinars and certification programs that can help you sharpen your skills, build credibility and…
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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.
When Hall of Fame Goes Hall of Shame –
Help Bail Out Barry!
Special Event: Standard Forms Advisory Committee – Forum on Forms – Apr. 29
Join us for the Forum on Forms via Zoom on April 29 from 8:00 – 10:00am, this is a special opportunity to engage directly with the C.A.R. Standard Forms Advisory Committee. This session is open to all C.A.R. members—not just Directors.
Register Here >>
WCR Bowling Tournament – May 16
Short Survey: Share Your Thoughts on New MLS Policy
The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has introduced a new MLS policy—Multiple Listing Options for Sellers—designed to expand seller choice and enhance access to property information across the board. This policy complements the existing Clear Cooperation Policy and other MLS regulations, ensuring sellers and their agents have more flexibility in how listings are marketed, while maintaining a level playing field for buyers and their representatives.
One key component of the policy is Delayed Marketing, and we want your feedback about it. Your input is crucial to understanding how this policy affects your business and the industry at large.
Please take a few moments to complete our short survey and share your thoughts.
Nominate by Petition for the 2026 CCAR Board of Directors
As part of the nation’s largest trade association, CCAR has a proud legacy built by members who step up to lead, serve, and inspire. Now, it’s your opportunity to be part of that legacy.
The election for the 2026 CCAR Board of Directors begins on June 16, 2025, and we want YOU to help shape the future of our Association.
Missed the initial application window? You can still get on the ballot! In accordance with CCAR Bylaws Article X, Section 7, additional candidates may be nominated by petition signed by at least 50 CCAR REALTOR® members eligible to vote.
Petitions must be submitted by 5:00pm on May 6, 2025. To request a Petition by Nomination form, contact [email protected].
Strengthening CA’s Insurance Market: Expanding Access & Stability – Apr. 29
Join the Center for California Real Estate (CCRE) on Tuesday, April 29, from 3:00 to 4:30pm at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Sacramento for a timely and solutions-focused panel discussion on California’s evolving homeowners insurance market. In the wake of devastating wildfires and growing pressure on both private insurers and the FAIR Plan, industry leaders, policymakers, and consumer advocates will come together to explore strategies for expanding access and creating long-term stability in the market.
Don’t miss this important conversation about the future of insurance in California. This event is free and open to all C.A.R. members.
REGISTER FREE >>
ETHICS CORNER:
Many difficulties that may arise during a real estate transaction are due to misunderstandings and miscommunication. If you have a problem with a fellow-member keep in mind that open, constructive communication often resolves questions or differences, eliminating the need for…
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REALTOR® Optimize Laptops For Sale
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 Slim 5i 16″ – $935.51 >>
• Lenovo IdeaPad 14″ 2 in 1 – $935.51 >>
New Member Benefit Coming Soon –
RealReports: The “Carfax” for Homes
We’re excited to announce a powerful new member benefit: RealReports is coming to the Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®!
RealReports is an AI-driven platform that delivers instant, in-depth property reports by pulling data from over 60 trusted sources. Think permits, climate risk, zoning, liens, valuations, and more—all consolidated in one clean, comprehensive report.
At the core is Aiden, your built-in AI property advisor. Aiden can read and interpret documents like inspection reports and seller disclosures, answer detailed questions about any property, and offer real-time, actionable insights. It’s like having a research assistant for every listing!
To help you get started, RealReports will be hosting two introductory webinars for CCAR Members where you’ll:
- See a live product demo
- Explore real-life use cases
- Learn how to maximize your new CCAR member benefit
Intro to Real Reports
Tue., Apr. 29 | 10am
Register >>
Intro to Real Reports
Tue., Apr. 29 | 1pm
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CCAR ANNUAL SPONSORS
Join us this Thursday, April 17th, at the West County Marketing Meeting from 8:45 to 10:00am at the CCAR Hercules Office.
Platinum Partner, NAR Corporate Ally Program
CCAR is proud to be a RESO Platinum Certified MLS, the highest level of certification available.
