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Join a CCAR Committee and Make a Difference in 2025!

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CCAR COMMITTEES

Whatever your talents or interests, we invite you to apply to serve on any of CCAR’s 2025 committees.

“Tell me and I’ll forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.”

     – BENJAMIN FRANKLIN

APPLY TO SERVE ON AN OPEN COMMITTEE!

Committee Application
Professional Standards & Grievance Application

Affiliate & Events

Produce events that foster Affiliate and REALTOR® collaboration, participation, and community benefit.

Budget & Finance

To guide and oversee the financial condition and the financial operations of the Association in a manner consistent with the CCAR Mission Statement and the CCAR Strategic Plan.

ELECTION / LEADERSHIP*

To ensure the future growth and stability of our Association through the recruitment, development and retention of leadership as well as oversee the integrity of our elections by establishment of process, oversite and execution.

FORMS*

To develop transaction documents for the use and benefit of CCAR members and their clients.

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*Not accepting new members.

GRIEVANCE

Review and process alleged member violations of the NAR Code of Ethics, Bylaws and MLS Rules and Regulations in accordance with the California Code of Ethics and Arbitration Manual.

CCAR HELPING HANDS

To provide financial assistance to CCAR Members, their immediate families, and to members of the communities that CCAR serves due to prolonged illness, accident, or other catastrophic occurrence, and to contribute to our communities.

LOCAL CANDIDATE RECOMMENDATION (LCRC)*

To meet with candidates seeking re-election or election to local elected office for a possible financial contribution to their campaign.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT RELATIONS (LGR)

To act on behalf of CCAR membership by educating key decision makers in the community on the importance of homeownership, protecting private property rights and to advocate on behalf of REALTORS®, while continually communicating to membership the benefit of advocacy and government relations. Additionally, this committee shall serve as a working advisory sub-committee for the purpose of continuing to increase membership participation to the REALTOR® Action Fund (RAF).

MLS & TECHNOLOGY

To enhance the efficacy of CCAR’s Association and MLS services, and that of its Members.

MLS MANAGEMENT GROUP (MMG)*

To provide an exceptional MLS experience that advances Participant and Subscriber success.

STRATEGIES:
STRATEGIES:
  1. To advance collaborations that expand members’ access to MLS data in a single MLS Platform.
  2. To give our MLS users access to the most complete, accurate, and relevant MLS property information.
  3. To communicate the value and benefit of the MLS.
  4. To maintain and manage all MLS relationships.
  5. To provide the most efficient and cost-effective MLS system and services.
  6. To provide MLS users with MLS products that enhances their productivity and profitability.
  7. To ensure our data distribution and security meet industry standards.
  8. To invest in the advancement of industry standards and technology.

Professional Standards

Enforce the National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics, CCAR Bylaws and MLS Rules and Regulations in accordance with the California Code of Ethics and Arbitration Manual to ensure Members conduct business to the highest standards of excellence and integrity.

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK (YPN)

To identify and develop future leaders by providing educational opportunities through active involvement in their industry and communities.

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Weekly Jolt – 022123

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     FEBRUARY 21, 2023
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Top News

• Learn the Latest Changes to Buyer’s Representation
   and Compensation Agreements – This Thursday
•  New Laptop Service From CCAR
•  WCR: Learn from the Experts – Mar. 3
•  Wanted: Commercial Office Management/

    Leasing Company

MLS Updates
•  Expanded MLS Access – The MLS™ (CLAW)
Upcoming Education

RPR: Your Commercial R.E. Secret Weapon
Wed., Feb. 22  |  9:00am – 10:00am

Building Relationships in an Online World          
Wed., Feb. 22  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm

Build Your Real Estate Business Through Relationships  
Thu., Feb. 23  |  9:00am – 10:00am

Stacking Social Media to Build a Brand      
Fri., Feb. 24  |  9:00am – 10:00am

CMA Reports and More with Cloud CMA   
Mon., Feb. 27  |  1:30pm – 3:30pm

Show & Sell New Homes: Best Practices for Working With Builders

Tue., Feb. 28  |  9:00am – 10:00am

Accelerate Your Business Growth with Rentals (RentSpree)
Tue., Feb. 28  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Residential Listing Agreement
Tue., Feb. 28  |  10:00am – 1:00pm

Taking Better Pictures with your iPhone
Wed., Mar. 1  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm

Advanced Features of zipForm
Thu., Mar. 2  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Track the Market with RPR Housing Data
Thu., Mar. 2  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., Mar. 3  |  9:30am – 12:30pm

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

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Subscribe today to get
RENTSPREE PRO Preferred Pricing!

With RentSpree PRO, rental transactions and marketing become even easier. Subscribe today to unlock automated reference checks, secure file sharing, unlimited agent reviews and digital signatures. Lock in our preferred pricing of $9.99 per month and take your rental business to the next level!

Do You Know a commercial office management or leasing company?

CCAR is looking for a commercial management and leasing company for our new suites in Hercules, CA. Contact Tangie Leverett at [email protected] for more information. 
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Learn the Latest Changes to Buyer’s Representation and Compensation Agreements – This Thursday!

Join us this Thursday from 8:45-10:00am at Mechanics Bank, 3190 Klose Way in Richmond to learn from Phil Deutscher, Professional Standards Tribunal Chair and CCAR Past President as he discusses procuring cause, the latest changes to buyer’s representation and compensation agreements.

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

C.A.R. Procuring Cause Guidelines >> 

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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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WCR: Learn From The Experts – Mar. 3

Join the Women’s Council of REALTORS® on Fri., Mar 3rd at the Wise Girl Restaurant in Pleasant Hill from 9:00am – 11:30am for an informative and lively discussion.

Learn from special guests: David Schubb, 2023 CCAR President and Heather Schiffman, CCAR Government Affairs Director as they discuss what’s new and coming down the pipeline, how it will impact members, and more! Also, learn the importance of the REALTOR® Party and how it affects you as an individual as well as a real estate professional!

Read More »

The CE Shop Discount COde!

Online Continuing Education

LAPTOPS ON SALE

MLS UPDATE:

Coming Soon! Expanded MLS Access – The MLS™ (CLAW)

CCAR is excited to announce expanded MLS data access within Paragon to include The MLS™ (CLAW)! In the next 2-4 weeks, your access to MLS data within Paragon will include listing data from an additional 16,000 agents and brokers in Southern California, from Downtown Los Angeles to the Pacific Coast Highway. Increasing the amount of MLS Subscribers seeing your listings to over 190,000 in 9 different MLS platforms!
 

If you have any questions regarding this expanded data share please contact CCAR Member Services at [email protected] or 925.295.1270.

CCAR ANNUAL SPONSOR

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WCR: Learn From The Experts – Mar. 3

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Special Guests Include:

David Schubb
2023 CCAR President

Heather Schiffman
CCAR Director of Government Affairs

Join the Women’s Council of REALTORS® – Contra Costa on Fri., Mar 3rd at the Wise Girl Restaurant in Pleasant Hill from 9:00am – 11:30am for an informative and lively discussion.

Learn from special guests: David Schubb, 2023 CCAR President and Heather Schiffman, CCAR Government Affairs Director as they discuss what’s new and coming down the pipeline, how it will impact members, and more! Also, learn the importance of the REALTOR® Party and how it affects you as an individual as well as a real estate professional!

You don’t want to miss this discussion! 

MORE INFORMATION & REGISTER >>

Weekly Jolt – 021423

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     FEBRUARY 14, 2023
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CCAR WILL BE CLOSED MON., FEB. 20
IN OBSERVANCE OF Presidents’ DAY.

Top News

•  New Service from the CCAR Laptop Doc!
•  West County Marketing Meeting – Feb. 23
•  WCR: Learn from the Experts – Mar. 3
•  Thank You Again Crab Feed Sponsors! 
•  Wanted: Commercial Office Management/

    Leasing Company

MLS Updates
•  Expanded MLS Access – The MLS™ (CLAW)
Upcoming Education

SupraWEB Agent Training
Wed., Feb 15  |   8:30am – 9:30am

The NEW Calif. Residential Purchase Agreement (2023 Edition)
Wed., Feb 15  |   10:00am – 1:00pm

Accurate Property Pricing with RPR’s CMA Tools
Wed., Feb. 15  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Stay Connected with Leads & Grow Your Business
(NHS Pro)
 
   

Wed., Feb. 15  |  12:00pm – 1:00pm

Supra eKEY Basics
Thu., Feb. 16  |  8:30am – 9:30am

Intro to RPR® – Great CMA Reports and More      
Thu., Feb. 16  |  1:30pm – 3:30pm

License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., Feb 17  |  9:30am – 12:00pm

Power Up Your Prospecting Efforts with RPR       
Tue., Feb. 21  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

How to Input & Maintain Your Listing     
Tue., Feb. 21  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

RPR: Your Commercial R.E. Secret Weapon
Wed., Feb. 22  |  9:00am – 10:00am

Building Relationships in an Online World             
Wed., Feb. 22  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm

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

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THANK YOU AGAIN TO ALL OUR GENEROUS CRAB FEED SPONSORS!

Ashley Provost Design, CCRIM, Change Home Mortgage,
Family Matters, First American Home Warranty,
Green Escrow Services, JCP-LGS Natural Hazards Disclosures, Land Home Financial, WCR – Contra Costa,
PMI Property Management, Old Republic Home Protection, and CCAR Annual Sponsor: LeadHax/Bay Area Newsgroup
View Photos from the Event >

Do You Know a commercial office management or leasing company?

CCAR is looking for a commercial management and leasing company for our new suites in Hercules, CA. Contact Tangie Leverett at [email protected] for more information. 
Read More >

NEW Service From The CCAR Laptop Doc! 

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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? The CCAR Laptop Doc, Robert Morgan, is ready to whip your laptop into a finely tuned instrument, loaded with software and tools selected especially for REALTORS®.

NEW for 2023: Upgrade to an SSD – A new CCAR Member Service from the Laptop Doc! 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 computer’s performance up to 10x with boot times up to 61% faster! 

Contact [email protected] for more information.
READ MORE & VIEW NEW LAPTOPS ON SALE >>

West County Marketing Meeting – Apr. 20

Join us this Thu., Apr. 20 from 8:45-10:00am at Mechanics Bank, 3190 Klose Way in Richmond. Join Nathan Toothman, Founder of BEAR Engineering for a Foundation and Drainage training session! Nathan will cover Foundation and Drainage basics, what to look for and how to best help your clients, and when an inspection may be necessary. 

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

Read More »

WCR: Learn From The Experts – Mar. 3

Join the Women’s Council of REALTORS® on Fri., Mar 3rd at the Wise Girl Restaurant in Pleasant Hill from 9:00am – 11:30am for an informative and lively discussion.

Learn from special guests: David Schubb, 2023 CCAR President and Heather Schiffman, CCAR Government Affairs Director as they discuss what’s new and coming down the pipeline, how it will impact members, and more! Also, learn the importance of the REALTOR® Party and how it affects you as an individual as well as a real estate professional!

Read More »

The CE Shop Discount COde!

Online Continuing Education

LAPTOPS ON SALE

MLS UPDATE:

Expanded MLS Access – The MLS™ (CLAW)

CCAR is excited to announce expanded MLS data access within Paragon to include The MLS™ (CLAW)! In the next 3-5 weeks, your access to MLS data within Paragon will include listing data from an additional 16,000 agents and brokers in Southern California, from Downtown Los Angeles to the Pacific Coast Highway. Increasing the amount of MLS Subscribers seeing your listings to over 190,000 in 9 different MLS platforms!
 

If you have any questions regarding this expanded data share please contact CCAR Member Services at [email protected] or 925.295.1270.

CCAR ANNUAL SPONSOR

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Laptop Support, Sales & Upgrades!

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Members receive 1 free laptop tune up every year (a $129 value)

Forget the Geek Squad and other computer repair services. CCAR has its own “Laptop Doc,” Robert Morgan who will help tune up or repair your laptop and mobile devices. Call to make an appointment, get remote support from your office or home… 

WIRE FRAUD WARNING

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SCHEDULE A TECH SERVICE APPOINTMENT
[email protected]  or  925.295.1270

SOLID STATE DRIVE (SSD) UPGRADE – NEW!

Is your old laptop slowing you down and a new one 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.

REMOTE SUPPORT

Speed up the support process without leaving your office. CCAR provides remote support that is run directly from your device.  

PURCHASE INSTOCK LAPTOPS

All laptops purchased from CCAR come with a 2-year warranty, data transfer, and RE setup included. Reminder: Support for Windows 10 ends on October 14, 2025.

  • Lenovo Slim 5i 16″ – $935.51 >>
  • Lenovo IdeaPad 14″ 2 in 1 – $935.51  >>

APPLE QUICK TIPS

APPLE YOUTUBE TUTORIALS

APPLE iOS UDATES

SPEED UP iPHONE

SEARCH | ORGANIZE APPS

WINDOWS 10 UPDATES

Support for Windows 10 ends on October 14, 2025. Contact [email protected] or 925.295.9212 for more information.

Also visit Microsoft for end-of-life support information and Windows 10 – What’s New Updates.

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