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Weekly Jolt – 060623

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     JUNE 6, 2023
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Top News

•  Allstate, State Farm Stop Selling Policies to New
   CA Customers
•  CCAR Election Ends Next Monday
•  Laptop Support, Sales & Upgrades
•  C.A.R. WomanUP! Conference – June 13-14
•  The CE Shop Discounts

Upcoming Education

Track the Market with RPR Housing Data
Wed., June 7  |  9:00am – 10:00am

NAR’s Real Estate Investment Summit
Wed., June 7  |  11:00am – 1:00pm

Show & Sell New Homes: Best Practices for Working with Builders
Wed., June 7  |  12:00pm – 1:00pm

Using ChatGPT in Your RE Business
Wed., June 7  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm

Market Stats for Social Media
Thu., June 8  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

The Dos & Don’ts of Social Media in Real Estate

Fri., June 9  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Improve Your SEO Scores
Mon., June 12  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Build a Winning Listing Presentation with RPR
Tue., June 13  |  9:00am – 10:00am

C.A.R. Legal presents: New and Revised Forms
Tue., June 13  |  1:30pm – 2:30pm

Getting to Know Paragon MLS
Tue., June 13  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

SupraWEB Agent Reports, Notifications and More
Wed., June 14  |  8:30am – 9:30am

Accurate Property Pricing
Wed., June 14  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Building Your Business with Foreclosure Auctions
Wed., June 14  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

NAR’s Real Estate Investment Summit (2nd of 3 sessions)
Wed., June 14  |  11:00am – 1:00pm

Property and Neighborhood Searches
Thu., June 15  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

How to Input & Maintain Your Listing
Thu., June 15  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

Supra Single-Access for Non-Members
Fri., June 16  |  8:30am – 9:30am

License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., June 16  |  9:30am – 12:30pm

C.A.R. Industry Leaders Town Hall with C.A.R. Officers
Fri., June 16  |  11:00am – 12:30pm

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

MLS Updates

•  RPR Data Share: Now More Access to Market Data,
   Research, and Reporting Mechanisms!

•  HOA Picklist Updates & HOA Management Companies
•  New In-Stock Laptops for Sale

+ CCAR CALENDAR

+ PAY CCAR MLS & KEY FEES

WEST COUNTY MARKETING MEETING – June 15

Join us on Thu., June 15 from 8:45-10:00am at Mechanics Bank, 3190 Klose Way in Richmond and hear from Bill Erb, Sr. Mortgage Officer at Safe Credit Union, for a Market Update. Bill has been with SAFE since 2014 and is well-versed in residential lending programs, he also understands the technical side of the mortgage planning process from his time serving as president of one of the largest brokerage firms in California.

The West County Marketing Meeting is free to attend and includes a light breakfast and beverages.

WELCOME BACK!
In-Person SUMMER CLASSES AT CCAR!

The New Gold Rush in California: ADUs
Tue., June 20  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Selling Houses When Co-Owners Disagree
Thu., June 22  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Mortgage 101
Wed., June 28  |  10:00 – 11:15am

Allstate, State Farm Stop Selling Policies
to New CA Customers; C.A.R. Seeking Solutions

New homebuyers requiring insurance to purchase property in California can no longer look to Allstate and State Farm to carry their policies, but other options are still available. However, State Farm and Allstate will continue to service and renew policies of existing clients in the state.

C.A.R. staff is actively collaborating with the CA Department of Insurance and insurance lobbyists and organizations to help maintain a robust insurance market for property in California. An industry coalition has been formed and C.A.R. will continue to advocate for for homebuyers.

READ MORE & VIEW RESOURCES >>

Vision. Service. Leadership. Meet the 2026 Board Candidates

Get ready for the 2025 CCAR Board of Directors election next Monday! Take a few minutes to review the candidate statements and familiarize yourself with your fellow members seeking service on the Board.

This election will determine the 2025 President-Elect, Treasurer, and four Directors-At-Large. To validate the election, we need at least 576 members, 15% of the total CCAR REALTOR® Membership as of the May 10 election record date, to cast their votes. Your vote matters!

Personalized Voting Links will be emailed to CCAR REALTOR® members Monday Morning at 9am.

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Laptop Support, Sales & Upgrades!

Is your laptop giving you fits? Is Paragon MLS dragging? Want it to run faster, quickly view photos and videos, make life easier and more efficient?

Why not upgrade to an SSD? – A new CCAR Member Service from the Laptop Doc! If your old laptop is slowing you down and a new one just isn’t in the budget yet, this may be the service for you! Some computers may benefit from a low cost upgrade to a solid state drive ”SSD” which can boost your computers performance up to 10x with boot times up to 61% faster! 

Contact [email protected]
for more information.

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MLS UPDATE:

HOA Picklist Updates & HOA Management Companies – June 12

On June 12th, the Paragon 5 MLS will be updated to contain an accurate picklist of HOAs for Alameda and Contra Costa counties as well as the addition of a new field for “HOA Management Companies”.

If you need to have a new HOA or HOA Management company added to the picklists in the MLS, please contact us via email and include documentation and/or URLs from the HOA and/or HOA Management Company.

If you have any questions please contact CCAR Member Services at 925.295.1270 or [email protected].

New In-Stock Laptops For Sale

RPR Data Share: Now More Access to Market Data, Research, and Reporting Mechanisms!

The Contra Costa Association of REALTORS® and CRMLS are teaming up to share data through RPR® (Realtors Property Resource®), a member benefit of the National Association of REALTORS®.

Effective immediately, CCAR MLS subscribers will have access to active, pending, withdrawn, expired, and closed listings from all five organizations, including: BARIES, MetroList, MLSListings, Paragon, and SFAR!

The new RPR data share equips subscribers with broader access to market data, research and reporting mechanisms that strengthens their ability to meet and exceed consumer expectations. Note that the new data share display does not include confidential information, such as compensation.

RPR is a member benefit of the National Association of REALTORS®. Access to the data platform is included in your NAR dues, so we hope you will take advantage of all RPR has to offer.

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Showing Etiquette and Professionalism Matter

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The rules for in-person etiquette have changed, and it’s important to observe those changes to position yourself as a professional who cares. As the real estate market picks up this spring and summer, expect an increase in showings, and being courteous to the seller and listing agent is important. Remember, showing a home is a privilege, not a right.

15 Common Courtesies to follow during showings:

  1. TIME LIMIT – Be respectful of the time you have scheduled for a showing. If the property is occupied, the owner may be on their way home. There may also be other agents waiting to see the home after you.

  2. PETS – Do not let a dog or cat out of the home while you are opening a door. Assume  ALL homes have a pet that could run out at any time.

  3. KNOCK FIRST – Prior to opening a lockbox, always ring the doorbell. The seller may be home and you could startle them by  entering unannounced. You should also announce yourself, “REALTOR!” when you walk through the door.

  4. STAY OFF THE GRASS – Avoid cutting across the grass to get to the front door, always use the walkway.

  5. KEEP YOUR HANDS TO YOURSELF – Never adjust the air conditioning or heat in a home. By adjusting or tweaking a system, you may be launching a problem that you were unaware of, such as a leaky cooling unit.

  6. DON’T OPEN DRAWERS – Never go through a seller’s furnished home, their drawers, their furniture, or refrigerator.

  7. DON’T SIT ON SELLER’S FURNITURE – It is acceptable to sit in the entertaining areas (kitchen, living room, on barstools) to discuss offer terms, etc. It is never OK to sit on the seller’s bed or to allow children to play with the seller’s children’s toys.

  8. DON’T TALK PRICE – Never discuss price, value, or likeability of a property when you are in the home. With today’s technology, it’s too easy to be recorded and too many “oohs and aahs” could result in a higher price if you decide to make an offer.

  9. DON’T USE THE BATHROOM – Unless an emergency, never use the bathroom of an occupied seller’s home.

  10. TURN OFF THE LIGHTS – Make sure all the lights are turned off when you leave the home.

  11. LOCK ALL EXTERIOR DOORS – Be sure to double-check all exterior doors before leaving – even doors you may not have opened.

  12. LEAVE HOME AS YOU FOUND IT – If seller leaves the interior door to the garage unlocked, keep it unlocked. If you open blinds to allow in light, be sure to close them.

  13. OBEY SELLER WISHES – If a seller has requested no shoes in the house or to give the puppy a treat so they don’t bark, oblige.

  14. KEEP BUYER PARTY TOGETHER – Make sure parents don’t get separated from their children. If this happens, stay with the children and try to reconnect them with their  parents. Children are more likely to go through seller’s belongings than adults. Remember: You are the one responsible for a home while you are showing it.

  15. ALWAYS CALL – If you’re running late or need to cancel a showing appointment, contact the listing office right away.

NAR’s Pathways to Professionalism
“Respect for Property”

  1. Be responsible for everyone you allow to enter listed property.

  2. Never allow buyers to enter listed property unaccompanied.

  3. When showing property, keep all members of the group together.

  4. Never allow unaccompanied access to property without permission.

  5. Enter property only with permission even if you have a lockbox key or combination.

  6. When the occupant is absent, leave the property as you found it (lights, heating, cooling, drapes, etc.) If you think something is amiss (e.g. vandalism), contact the listing broker immediately.

  7. Be considerate of the seller’s property. Do not allow anyone to eat, drink, smoke, dispose of trash, use bathing or sleeping facilities, or bring pets. Leave the house as you found it unless instructed otherwise.

  8. Use sidewalks; if weather is bad, take off shoes and boots inside property.

  9. Respect sellers’ instructions about photographing or videographing their properties’ interiors or exteriors.

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Weekly Jolt – 053023

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     MAY 30, 2023
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Top News

•  Showing Etiquette and Professionalism
•  CCAR Election Begins Next Monday
•  Electronic Resources at Your Fingertips
•  Congrats Golf Winners!
•  C.A.R. WomanUP! Conference – June 13-14
•  Learn the Importance of RAF

Upcoming Education

Maximize Income by Offering Property Management
Wed., May 31  |  10:00 – 11:00am           

How to Input & Maintain Your Listing
Wed., May 31  |  2:00 – 4:00pm

New Home Source Pro Basics: Gain More Clients with New Builds
Thu., June 1  |  8:30am – 9:30am

Advanced zipForm Features
Thu., June 1  |  10:00 – 11:00am

Supra Single-Access for Non-Members
Fri., June 2  |  8:30 – 9:30am       

License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., June 2  |  9:30am – 12:30pm

Wise Agent CRM Overview & Demo
Tue., June 6  |  12:00 – 1:00 pm

Sending Auto-Notifications using Collaboration Center
Tue., June 6  |  2:00 – 4:00 pm

Track the Market with RPR Housing Data
Wed., June 7  |  9:00am – 10:00am

NAR’s Real Estate Investment Summit
Wed., June 7  |  11:00am – 1:00pm

Show & Sell New Homes: Best Practices for Working with Builders
Wed., June 7  |  12:00pm – 1:00pm

Market Stats for Social Media
Thu., June 8  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

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

MLS Updates

•  HOA Picklist Updates & HOA Management Companies
•  ListTrac Listing Input Maintenance Integrations

+ CCAR CALENDAR

+ PAY CCAR MLS & KEY FEES

Congrats GOLF WINNERS!

Thank you 3 Eye Media for sharing your video with us!

Men’s Flight: Colby Swearigin, Josh Kelley, Mil Smith, Jerry Benoit  -17 Under Par
Mixed Flight: Jason Catalano, John Fondnazio, Andy Geckler, Lisa Martinez – 19 Under Par
Closest to the Pin Men #7: Matt Jacobs – 4’7”
Long Drive Men #4: Josh Kelley
Long Drive Women #4: Keri O’Reilly
Putting Contest: Josh Kelley

LEARN THE IMPORTANCE OF
THE REALTOR® ACTION FUND

CONTRIBUTE TODAY >>

Showing Etiquette and Professionalism

The rules for in-person etiquette have changed, and it’s important to observe those changes to position yourself as a professional who cares. As the real estate market picks up this summer, expect an increase in showings, and being courteous to the seller and listing agent is important. Remember, showing a home is a privilege, not a right.

15 Common Courtesies to follow during showings:

  1. TIME LIMIT – Be respectful of the time you scheduled for a showing. If the property is occupied, the owner may be on their way home. There may also be other agents waiting to see the home after you.

  2. PETS – Do not let a dog or cat out of the home while you are opening a door. Assume all homes have a pet that could run out at any time.

  3. KNOCK FIRST – Prior to opening a lockbox, always ring the doorbell. The seller may be home and you could startle them by  entering unannounced. You should also announce yourself, “REALTOR!” when you walk through the door.

  4. STAY OFF THE GRASS – Avoid cutting across the grass to get to the front door, always use the walkway.

  5. KEEP YOUR HANDS TO YOURSELF – Never adjust the air conditioning or heat in a home. By adjusting or tweaking a system, you may be launching a problem that you were unaware of, such as a leaky cooling unit.

READ MORE COURTESIES >>

Vision. Service. Leadership. Meet the 2026 Board Candidates

Get ready for the 2025 CCAR Board of Directors election next Monday! Take a few minutes to review the candidate statements and familiarize yourself with your fellow members seeking service on the Board.

This election will determine the 2025 President-Elect, Treasurer, and four Directors-At-Large. To validate the election, we need at least 576 members, 15% of the total CCAR REALTOR® Membership as of the May 10 election record date, to cast their votes. Your vote matters!

Personalized Voting Links will be emailed to CCAR REALTOR® members Monday Morning at 9am.

Read More »
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Code of Ethics Violators

In an effort to make ethics violations and the disciplinary process more transparent, C.A.R. is publishing the names of members who are found in violation of the Code of Ethics as well as summaries of the members’ unethical behavior.

Member publication is triggered only if the discipline imposed is a reprimand, fine, suspension or expulsion – anything other than a letter of warning or stand-alone education. The information will be published on the members-only section of car.org. 

Past decisions of ethics…

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MLS UPDATE:

New In-Stock Laptops For Sale

…or Upgrade to a Solid State Drive

Is your old laptop slowing you down and a new one just isn’t in the budget yet? Some computers may benefit from a low cost upgrade to a solid state drive ”SSD” which can boost your computers performance up to 10x with boot times up to 61% faster!
Contact [email protected] for more information. 

The CE Shop Discounts

Online Continuing Education

HOA Picklist Updates &
HOA Management Companies (New Field)

On June 12th, the Paragon 5 MLS will be updated to contain an accurate picklist of HOAs for Alameda and Contra Costa counties as well as the addition of a new field for “HOA Management Companies”.

If you need to have a new HOA or HOA Management company added to the picklists in the MLS, please contact us via email and include documentation and/or URLs from the HOA and/or HOA Management Company.

If you have any questions please contact CCAR Member Services at 925.295.1270 or [email protected].

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Weekly Jolt – 052323

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     MAY 23, 2023
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CCAR WILL BE CLOSED MON., MAY 29
IN OBSERVANCE OF MEMORIAL DAY

Top News

•  Buyer Representation Training with C.A.R.’s Neil Kalin
   – Tomorrow
•  2023 Charity Chili Cook-ON! Winners and Thank You
•  CCAR Election Begins June 5th; Read the Candidates’
   Statements
•  Electronic Resources at Your Fingertips
•  Congratulations Judy Myers!
•  The CE Shop Discounts
•  In-Stock Laptops For Sale

Upcoming Education

BUYER REPRESENTATION: New forms, Misconceptions & Overcoming Objections
Wed., May 24  |  1:00 – 2:00pm

Supra eKEY Basics
Thu., May 25  |  8:30 – 9:30am

Intro to zipForm Edition (Lone Wolf Transactions)
Thu., May 25  |  2:00 – 4:00pm

C.A.R. Industry Leader Town Hall
Fri., May 26  |  11:00am – 12:00pm


CMA Reports and More with Cloud CMA
Tue., May 30  |  2:00 – 4:00pm  

Maximize Income by Offering Property Management
Wed., May 31  |  10:00 – 11:00am           

How to Input & Maintain Your Listing
Wed., May 31  |  2:00 – 4:00pm

Advanced zipForm Features
Thu., June 1  |  10:00 – 11:00am

Supra Single-Access for Non-Members
Fri., June 2  |  8:30 – 9:30am       

License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., June 2  |  9:30am – 12:30pm

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

MLS Updates

•  HOA Picklist Updates & HOA Management Companies
•  ListTrac Listing Input Maintenance Integrations

+ CCAR CALENDAR

+ PAY CCAR MLS & KEY FEES

Congratulations Judy Myers!

Judy Myers headshot

Congratulations to CCAR Director-at-Large Judy Myers, our newest C.A.R. Director for Life. This is one of the highest honors that C.A.R. can bestow upon a member. Judy is being recognized as a leader in the Real Estate Industry who has demonstrated an ongoing commitment to the advancement and improvement of the industry. This honor recognizes her as an outstanding REALTOR® dedicated to the highest standards of professionalism.

WATCH TO SEE THE 2023 CCAR
CHARITY CHILI COOK-ON! WINNERS

The CE Shop Discounts

Online Continuing Education

New In-Stock Laptops For Sale

…or Upgrade to a Solid State Drive

Is your old laptop slowing you down and a new one just isn’t in the budget yet? Some computers may benefit from a low cost upgrade to a solid state drive ”SSD” which can boost your computers performance up to 10x with boot times up to 61% faster!
Contact [email protected] for more information. 

Buyer Representation Training: Learn About the New
2023 Forms! – Tomorrow, May 24

Learn from Neil Kalin, C.A.R. Assistant General Counsel during a LIVE one-hour Zoom seminar tomorrow, May 24 from 1:00 – 2:00pm. Receive a better understanding of the NEW C.A.R. buyer representation forms, correct misconceptions and overcome objections to build a strong relationship with your buyers. Ask questions during the Q&A and walk away empowered and informed!

Topics:
   • Why should a REALTOR® use a Buyer Representation Agreement?
   •
Why would a Buyer agree to sign?
   •
What should be emphasized when presenting a Buyer with representation forms?
   •
How to dispel the most common misconceptions
   •
What to say to overcome possible objections
   •
Are Buyer Representation Agreements enforceable?

FREE for CCAR members by registering online. $20 for Non-members by calling 925.295.9210.

READ MORE & REGISTER >>

Congratulations Charity Chili Cook-ON! Winners

A big thank you to all those who sponsored and participated in the Helping Hands Charity Chili Cook-ON! Congratulations to all the winners for sharing their outstanding chili recipes, and thank you Amir Aliloupour for filming and sharing your video with us!

Charity Chili Cook-ON! Winners:
VEGETARIAN  |  Carol Jeha, Legacy REA
AFFILIATE  |  Tim Denbo Team, Virtual Tour Cafe
REALTOR®  |  Mike Manning & Doug Peterson, Keller Williams
CCRIM VS. RMA  |  RMA: Marcus L. Jackson Photography
PEOPLE’S CHOICE  |  Marcus L. Jackson Photography

A Special Thank You to our Chili Cook-ON! Sponsors:
PLATINUM  |  Hosein Pedramfard, PMI Contra Costa
MUSIC  |  Geoff Disch, Green Escrow
TROPHY  |  Candice Caoile
BEER  |  Kim Falahati
BEER  |  Bill Shewry & Lisa Reinholdt
WINE  |  Casey Sullivan, Cross Country Mortgage
WINE  |  Diane Gilfether
WATER  |  Sue Kuehn, Sotheby’s
FRITOS  |  Ashley Provost, Ashley Provost Design
CORNBREAD  |  Carol Peterson, Keller Williams
DOOR PRIZE  |  Teresa Zocchi

Vision. Service. Leadership. Meet the 2026 Board Candidates

Get ready for the 2025 CCAR Board of Directors election next Monday! Take a few minutes to review the candidate statements and familiarize yourself with your fellow members seeking service on the Board.

This election will determine the 2025 President-Elect, Treasurer, and four Directors-At-Large. To validate the election, we need at least 576 members, 15% of the total CCAR REALTOR® Membership as of the May 10 election record date, to cast their votes. Your vote matters!

Personalized Voting Links will be emailed to CCAR REALTOR® members Monday Morning at 9am.

Read More »

Electronic Resources At Your Fingertips

On-demand training gives you 24/7-access to education videos. Take courses at your own pace, without leaving your home or office. CCAR’s On Demand training videos cover a range of topics and can be viewed any time. Search by topic or software application to fulfill your immediate educational needs.

LEARN MORE >>

The CCAR website, ccartoday.com gives you access to countless membership benefits, products, and services including education and training, legal resources, and hundreds of professional advancement opportunities. They’re all just a few clicks away.

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MLS UPDATE:

ListTrac Listing Input Maintenance Integrations:

Tomorrow, May 24th, your access to powerful listing analytics within the Paragon MLS increases!

When maintaining a listing you will have one click access to view analytics for your listing, preview a powerful seller report, and gain the ability to manage scheduling of a seller report.

If you have any questions please contact CCAR Member Services at 925.295.1270 or [email protected].

HOA Picklist Updates &
HOA Management Companies (New Field)

On June 12th, the Paragon 5 MLS will be updated to contain an accurate picklist of HOAs for Alameda and Contra Costa counties as well as the addition of a new field for “HOA Management Companies”.

If you need to have a new HOA or HOA Management company added to the picklists in the MLS, please contact us via email and include documentation and/or URLs from the HOA and/or HOA Management Company.

If you have any questions please contact CCAR Member Services at 925.295.1270 or [email protected].

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NAR: FHFA Heard Industry Loud and Clear on Proposed Fee

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May 10, 2023
By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey, REALTOR® Magazine

The Federal Housing Finance Agency rescinded a proposed fee that would have been based on a borrower’s debt-to-income ratio. NAR counts it as an advocacy win.

The Federal Housing Finance Agency announced Wednesday, May 10, 2023, that it is rescinding a controversial proposed loan-level pricing adjustment upfront fee that was to be based on a borrower’s debt-to-income ratio. The proposed LLPA fee, which would have taken effect Aug. 1, stood to impact borrowers with debt-to-income ratios greater than 40%. The fee would have applied to loans acquired by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, which the FHFA regulates.

The National Association of REALTORS® and other real estate industry groups spoke out against the proposed upfront fee, saying it would have put undue financial burden on mortgage holders. “We are pleased our advocacy efforts on behalf of our 1.5 million members and their clients were successful,” NAR President Kenny Parcell said in a statement. “We applaud the FHFA for listening to the industry’s concerns by choosing to drop this fee on borrowers with higher debt-to-income ratios. It would have imposed a cost on borrowers at a time in the market when affordability is already stretched and only made them riskier.”

Earlier this year, NAR wrote a letter to the FHFA, urging the agency to require factors such as higher credit scores or larger down payments to offset the risk from higher debt-to-income borrowers instead of deciding to charge them higher fees. In March, the FHFA announced it was delaying implementing the fee change to learn more from industry stakeholders about the outcry over the proposed fee.

“I appreciate the feedback FHFA has received from the mortgage industry and other market participants about the challenges of implementing the DTI ratio-based fee,” FHFA Director Sandra L. Thompson said in a statement. “To continue this valuable dialogue, FHFA will provide additional transparency on the process for setting the Enterprises’ single-family guarantee fees and will request public input on this issue.”

NAR has worked with the FHFA on LLPAs since the agency’s inception in 2008. “We look forward to a thoughtful and deliberate process for the public, industry and the regulators to clarify misconception and to arrive at the best policy for home buyers and the market,” Parcell said.

The FHFA also announced it was conducting a request for public input on other fees, such as those imposed on borrowers with higher credit scores and moderate down payments. Those fees will take effect May 1.

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Walnut Creek, CA 94596


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