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Join C.A.R. economists as they discuss the implications of the first interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve in several years on mortgage rates, the housing market, and the broader economy including the additional context of rising geopolitical tension and increasing uncertainty.
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Education contains a list of upcoming classes.
• Apply to Serve on the 2023 CCAR Board of Directors
• C.A.R. Podcast: Unlocking CA Politics
• Cyber and Phone Fraud an Ongoing Threat
FEATURED: Sharpen Your Client Retention Strategy
Thu., Apr. 7 | 10:00am – 11:00am
The Future of Cryptocurrency and Real Estate
Wed., Mar. 30 | 10 :00am – 11:00am
Setting Up Your Clients for Automatic Notifications
Wed., Mar. 30 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Find and Sell New Homes and Keep Your Commission
Thu., Mar. 31 | 12:00pm – 12:30pm
Intro to CMA Reports with Cloud CMA
Thu., Mar. 31 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Weekly WomanUP!® LIVE – Marketing & Lead Generation
Fri., Apr. 1 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Disclosures.io – Making Transactions Simple
Mon., Apr. 4 | 12:00pm – 12:30pm
Learning zipForm Basics
Tue., Apr. 5 | 10:00am – 11:00am
ABC’s of RPR
Wed., April 6 | 9:00am – 10:00am
Over 45 Standard Disclosures in Residential R.E.
Wed., April 6 | 10:00am – 1:00pm
How to be Fair in Fair Housing
Thu., April 7 | 10:00am – 12:00pm
Visit the CCAR Calendar to view/register for additional online training opportunities.
SPRING AFFILIATE FAIRE –
NEXT TUESDAY, APR. 5
Tue., Apr. 5 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm | Danville Veterans Hall
REALTORS® come meet your Affiliate Members! Affiliates get to know your REALTORS®! Everyone come for the FREE food, drinks, and beer! There will also be great door prizes and raffles! Limited tables available for CCAR Affiliate hosting.
READ MORE >>
Charity Chili Cook-ON! – May 11
Wed., May 11 | 4:00pm – 7:00pm | Sycamore Club House
The Annual Chili Cook-ON for CCAR Helping Hands is upon us! Come get your chili ON at the Sycamore Club House on May 11th from 4-7pm. Vote for your favorite recipe and bid on amazing raffle prizes! Or… get your recipes ready if you want to be a chef and contact George Moody at [email protected].
READ MORE >>
Apply Now To Serve On CCAR’s 2023 Board of Directors
Due Tuesday, April 19, 2022
As a part of the nation’s largest trade association, CCAR has a proud legacy of service. Over the years, thousands of members have unselfishly contributed their time and talents to this great Association, and in so doing, have given something back to the industry! Serving as a CCAR Director is a wonderful opportunity to continue this tradition of excellence. The election for the 2023 Board of Directors is coming soon, apply now to get your name on the ballot!
6 Open positions:
• President-Elect (1 year-term)
• Treasurer (2 year term)
• 4 Directors-at-Large (2 year term)
Completed applications must be received by 5pm on Tuesday, April 19th. Voting will be conducted June 6th through June 13th at 9am.
Join C.A.R. economists as they discuss the implications of the first interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve in several years on mortgage rates, the housing market, and the broader economy including the additional context of rising geopolitical tension and increasing uncertainty.
The goal of C.A.R.’s Housing Matters Podcast, is to arm REALTOR members with ideas that help them become more knowledgeable, professional, and insightful in their work as practitioners and stakeholders in the future of real estate.
Some members have received fraudulent emails, phone calls and texts, requesting phone numbers and personal information, along with fraudulent links.
Always be vigilant in protecting your personal information. If you receive requests for any personal information via phone or text originating from any phone number not known to you, do not respond. If you have any concerns about the legitimacy of a communication or request…
LAPTOPS ON SALE:
MLS UPDATE:
On March 30th, the CCAR MLS Rules & Regulations will be updated to reflect changes to the Citation Policy (Appendix B). The purpose of this citation policy is to ensure the integrity of the MLS including the currency and accuracy of its information. These changes are being adopted to further discourage MLS Participants & Subscribers from violation of the MLS Rules and Regulations. Read more to see updated Tiers 1, 2, and 3 Third Violation Fees and Suspensions.
Stop wasting time and start saving money anytime you work with a rental. We are proud to bring you a tool that automates your rental transactions, all at NO COST to you!
RentSpree collects a completed application package from every tenant.
This includes:
1) completed rental application,
2) credit report,
3) background check,
4) eviction report.
CCAR Sponsors
Since January 1, 2021, sellers have been required to complete the Fire Hardening Defensible Space Advisory (FHDS) should their property fall within a high to very high fire hazard zone. Per AB 38 this includes properties that fall within a high to very high fire hazard zone; built before 2010; residential one to four properties; condominiums, or other common interest development units; or manufactured home. If the seller is not sure, there is a state website where the property address can be inputted to determine if the proper does fall in high or very high fire zones.
To identify fire zones, visit: Fire Hazard Severity Zones Maps.
In addition to the FHDS requirements, as of July 1, 2021, homeowners are required to also maintain a defensible space between a structure on the property and any flammable grass, trees, shrubs, or wildland area that surrounds it. Sellers of these properties will need to provide documentation that their property follows the defensible space laws, or the buyers will be required to agree to obtain such documentation of compliance in the future.
For the buyer to take on the responsibility, they will need to contact their local Fire District to request an extension to complete the work.
All Fire Districts request that inspection requests be placed as soon as the seller intends to place the listing on the MLS, as it can take a week for the Fire District to respond and make it out to the property.
The seller will need to determine which jurisdiction their property falls in, either the local municipality, Fire Protection District, or CalFire.
Click a title below to view detailed contents by topic.
Education contains a list of upcoming classes.
• CCAR RAF Hall-of-Famers
• Sellers in High Fire Zones Required to Disclose
• 2022 FY Federal Omnibus Bill: NAR Priorities
FEATURED: Appreciating Your A-List
Thu., Mar. 24 | 10:00am to 11:00am
Intro to Transactions, zipForm Edition
Wed., Mar. 23 | 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Weekly WomanUP!® Real Estate Investing
Fri., Mar. 25 | 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Tax Reduction Strategies for the Real Estate Professional
Mon., Mar. 28 | 9:30am to 12:00pm
Getting Social about Lead Generation
Tue., Mar. 29 | 10:00 – 11:00
Intro to Listing Input & Maintenance
Tue., Mar. 29 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Sending Auto-Notifications using Collaboration Center
Wed., Mar. 30 | 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Visit the CCAR Calendar to view/register for additional online training opportunities.
SPRING AFFILIATE FAIRE – APR. 5
Tue., Apr. 5 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm | Danville Veterans Hall
REALTORS® come meet your Affiliate Members! Affiliates get to know your REALTORS®! Everyone come for the FREE food, drinks, and beer! There will also be great door prizes and raffles! Limited tables available for CCAR Affiliate hosting.
READ MORE >>
Charity Chili Cook-ON! – May 11
Wed., May 11 | 4:00pm – 7:00pm | Sycamore Club House
The Annual Chili Cook-ON for CCAR Helping Hands is upon us! Come get your chili ON at the Sycamore Club House on May 11th from 4-7pm. Vote for your favorite recipe and bid on amazing raffle prizes! Or… get your recipes ready if you want to be a chef and contact George Moody at [email protected].
READ MORE >>
Zwahlen, Dickson, Manzone, Meyers
CCAR RAF Hall-of-Famers
Every year CCAR members donate thousands of dollars to the REALTOR® Action Fund (RAF). Pledges range from $20 to $20,000 and help support political action committees working on your behalf to protect real estate at the local, state and federal levels.
CCAR members Barry Zwahlen, Robin Dickson, Leslie Manzone and Eric Meyers are among the exclusive group of RAF Hall-of-Famers who have donated $25,000-$75,000 over their lifetime as a REALTOR®. Special thanks go out to them for their generosity and support for this important real estate PAC that continues to yield legislative wins year-after-year.
As of January 1, 2021, sellers are required to complete the Fire Hardening and Defensible Space Advisory (FHDS) should their property fall within a high to very high fire hazard zone
In addition to the FHDS requirements, as of July 1, 2021, homeowners are required to also maintain a defensible space between a structure on the property and any flammable grass, trees, shrubs, or wildland area that surrounds it. Sellers of these properties will need to provide documentation that their property follows the defensible space laws, or the buyers will be required to agree to obtain such documentation of compliance in the future…
On March 15, 2022, President Joe Biden signed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022, a $1.5 trillion omnibus spending package that will keep the government running and funded through Sept. 30. The trillion-dollar package, approved by the House March 9 and Senate March 10, includes defense funding ($782 billion) and non-defense funding ($730 billion). It provides for nearly $14 billion in support for Ukraine…
LAPTOPS ON SALE:
MLS UPDATE:
On March 30th, the CCAR MLS Rules & Regulations will be updated to reflect changes to the Citation Policy (Appendix B). The purpose of this citation policy is to ensure the integrity of the MLS including the currency and accuracy of its information. These changes are being adopted to further discourage MLS Participants & Subscribers from violation of the MLS Rules and Regulations. Read more to see updated Tiers 1, 2, and 3 Third Violation Fees and Suspensions.
Stop wasting time and start saving money anytime you work with a rental. We are proud to bring you a tool that automates your rental transactions, all at NO COST to you!
RentSpree collects a completed application package from every tenant.
This includes:
1) completed rental application,
2) credit report,
3) background check,
4) eviction report.
CCAR Sponsors
Click a title below to view detailed contents by topic.
Education contains a list of upcoming classes.
• CA February Home Sales and Price Report (C.A.R.)
• Risk Management – Tomorrow, March 16
• West County Marketing Meeting This Thursday
SupraWEB Agent Training
Wed., Mar. 16 | 8:30am – 9:30am
LionDesk CRM – Automate Communication
Wed., Mar. 16 | 11:30am – 12:30pm
Women in Leadership in the MLS World
Thu., Mar. 17 | 11:00am – 12:00pm
Using RPR Maps to Success
Thu., Mar. 17 | 11:00am – 12:00pm
Cloud CMA Fundamentals
Thu., Mar. 17 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Weekly WomanUP!® Live Watch Party
Fri., Mar. 18 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Intro to Paragon
Mon., Mar. 21 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Hit the Bullseye with an RPR CMA
Tue., Mar. 22 | 11:00am – 12:00pm
Intro to CMA Reports using Cloud CMA
Tue., Mar. 22 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Intro to Transactions, zipForm Edition
Wed., Mar. 23 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Visit the CCAR Calendar to view/register for additional online training opportunities.
City Sign Ordinance Violation Reporting Form
REALTORS® must comply with all city sign ordinances when displaying open house and directional signs in public spaces. Individual city/town ordinances vary. Always check Contra Costa County Sign Ordinances here before displaying signs to avoid their removal.
CITY SIGN ORDINANCE VIOLATION REPORTING FORM >>
WCR: STAY ON TARGET WITH YOUR BUSINESS PLAN – PANEL of 5
Wed., Mar. 23 | 11:00am – 1:00pm | Live Event
The first quarter of 2022 is almost over… now what? Learn how to keep your business plan on target from 5 high profile agents during this WCR luncheon panel.
READ MORE & REGISTER >>
Call for scholarship applications
MARCH 31ST DEADLINE TO SUBMIT. The CCAR Scholarship Foundation provides scholarship awards of up to $10,000 to qualified students residing in Contra Costa County. Their commitment to support higher education is the heart of the Foundation’s desire to make a difference!
APPLY HERE >>
SAVE THE DATE – Tuesday, April 5:
SPRING AFFILIATE FAIRE
Tue., Apr. 5 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Danville Veterans Hall | 400 Hartz Ave., Danville
REALTORS® get to know your Affiliate members. Affiliates get to know your REALTORS®! Everyone come for the FREE food, beer, wine, and raffles! More information coming soon.
California February Home Sales and Price Report
California home sales edge higher in February amid geopolitical tensions and inflation uncertainty, C.A.R. reports
Join us, Sep. 27 from 9am – noon for our Risk Management Seminar and C.A.R. Update… via Zoom.
Attorney Shannon B. Jones joins us once again to bring us all up to speed on current legal issues that impact REALTORS® every day—from new liabilities to the kinds of actions and cases her office is seeing the most in recent months. You´ll also get quick updates from CCAR staff and leadership.
This event is free to CCAR members. Non-members may attend for $35. Your Zoom link will be emailed to you once your membership has been confirmed.
REGISTER HERE >>
Join us this Thursday for the West County Marketing meeting from 8:45am to 10:00am at the Hercules CCAR Office: 500 Alfred Nobel Dr., Suite 265.
Gain expert knowledge from Real Estate Attorney, Jean Shrem, on new 2024 Laws and the commission lawsuits filed nationwide. Come with questions, you’ll have an opportunity to ask them directly!
The West County Marketing Meeting is free to attend and a light breakfast will be served.
LAPTOPS ON SALE:
MLS UPDATE:
On March 30th, the CCAR MLS Rules & Regulations will be updated to reflect changes to the Citation Policy (Appendix B). The purpose of this citation policy is to ensure the integrity of the MLS including the currency and accuracy of its information. These changes are being adopted to further discourage MLS Participants & Subscribers from violation of the MLS Rules and Regulations. Read more to see updated Tiers 1, 2, and 3 Third Violation Fees and Suspensions.
Stop wasting time and start saving money anytime you work with a rental. We are proud to bring you a tool that automates your rental transactions, all at NO COST to you!
RentSpree collects a completed application package from every tenant.
This includes:
1) completed rental application,
2) credit report,
3) background check,
4) eviction report.
CCAR Sponsors
Platinum Partner, NAR Corporate Ally Program
CCAR is proud to be a RESO Platinum Certified MLS, the highest level of certification available.
