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CCAR Helping Hands’ Chili Cook-ON! – Next Wed.

Wed., Sep. 18 | 4:00pm – 7:00pm | Sycamore Club House

Get ready to spice things up at the CCAR Helping Hands’ Annual Charity Chili Cook-ON! Taste and vote for your favorite chili recipes, and don’t miss out on the chance to win fantastic raffle prizes!

Tickets Include:
• 2 Drink Vouchers (Beer or Wine)
• Unlimited Chili Tastes
• 1 “People’s Choice” Vote

Think your chili has what it takes? Sign up as a chef by contacting Rachael Hand at [email protected] and show off your culinary skills! Please include the chef’s name, company, contact number, email, and names of helpers. All Chefs receive one ticket. Helpers must register and pay as regular attendees.

Compete for one of five prestigious awards:
• Best Chili REALTOR® Team
• Best Chili Affiliate Team
• Best Vegetarian/Vegan Chili Team
• People’s Choice
• “Bowl of the Corridor” RMA vs. CCRIM!

Thank you to our Sponsors!

PLATINUM | $750
Floortex Design | Andrew Waite

BEER | $500
CCRIM | Joe Stokley

CORNBREAD | 100 Servings
United Realty Partners | Michael Tacconi

FRITOS | 100 Servings
Keller Williams | Jennifer Newton

Sponsorships Still Available!

BEER | $500 (1 Available)
• 1 Event Ticket
• Serve Attendees
• Display Corporate Banner Event
• Event & Weekly Jolt Acknowledgment

WATER & SODA | $350 (1 Available)
• 1 Event Ticket
• Serve Attendees
• Display Corporate Banner Event
• Event & Weekly Jolt Acknowledgment

MUSIC | $500 (1 Available)
• 1 Event Ticket
• Announce & Thank Band
• Coordinate Tips
• Display Corporate Banner Event
• Event & Weekly Jolt Acknowledgment

DOOR PRIZE | No Value Listed (1 Available)
• 1 Event Ticket
• Display Corporate Banner Event
• Event & Weekly Jolt Acknowledgment

EVENT | $100
• 1 Event Ticket
• Display Corporate Banner Event
• Event & Weekly Jolt Acknowledgment

HELPING HANDS | $20
• Event & Weekly Jolt Acknowledgment

Upcoming Paragon 5 MLS Enhancements and Rules Change

The following enhancements and Rules Change will be made to the Paragon 5 MLS on May 24.

The number of associated documents included on a listing within Paragon to increase from 12 to 20.
To increase awareness of the FREE RentSpree Member Benefit the following pop-up message will appear when inputting or maintaining a Lease Rental listing with a selection of “No” for the RentSpree Online Application field.
Did you know RentSpree lets you collect a detailed screening package from every applicant at no cost to you? This includes a 1) completed rental application, 2) credit report, 3) background check and 4) eviction-related proceedings. Applicants pay only $30 to apply and results are delivered instantly! Simply choose “Yes” on RentSpree Online Application to get started.
All “Financials” fields in the Residential Income and Commercial Multi-Unit 5+ property classes will now be optional.

The following update will be made to MLS Rule 12.6 “For Sale” Signs. (Changes in RED)

12.6 “For Sale” Signs. Only the “For Sale” signs of the listing broker may be placed on the property.

12.6.1 For Sale signs shall be removed from property 5 days after escrow is closed.

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

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WEEKLY NEWSLETTER | APRIL 26, 2022

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CCAR Helping Hands’ Chili Cook-ON! – Next Wed.

Get ready to spice things up at the CCAR Helping Hands’ Annual Charity Chili Cook-ON! Join us at the Sycamore Club House on Wed., Sep. 18, from 4:00pm – 7:00pm. Taste and vote for your favorite chili recipes, and don’t miss out on the chance to win fantastic raffle prizes!

Think your chili has what it takes? Sign up as a chef and show off your culinary skills! There are 5 prestigious awards including: Best Chili REALTOR® Team, Best Chili Affiliate Team, Best Vegetarian/Vegan Chili Team, People’s Choice, and “Bowl of the Corridor” RMA vs. CCRIM!

Sponsorships still available – “READ MORE” to discover remaining opportunities.

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Title Fraud on the Rise: What You Need to Know

A new survey from the National Association of REALTORS® reveals growing concern over title fraud and deed theft, especially in urban and suburban markets.

63% of REALTOR® association advocates reported awareness of scams in the past year—most involving vacant land, not owner-occupied homes.

Efforts to combat fraud are active in 76% of areas, with strong support (83%) for electronic alerts to notify property owners of title changes.

Stay vigilant—learn how prevention efforts are evolving across the country…

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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Paragon downtime:

Start: April 27, 10:00pm
End: April 28, 4:00am

MLS UPDATE:

Upcoming Paragon 5 MLS Enhancements and Rules Change

On May 24th the following changes will be made to the Paragon 5 MLS and MLS Rules.

1. The number of associated documents included on a listing within Paragon to increase from 12 to 20.

2. To increase awareness of the FREE RentSpree Member Benefit the following pop-up message will appear when inputting or maintaining a Lease Rental listing with a selection of “No” for the RentSpree Online…

Paragon 5 MLS Enhancements

On May 3rd the following changes were made to the Paragon 5 MLS.

The Paragon 5 MLS login page will be streamlined to make use of browser or 3rd party password management software.

Showing Access Info: To allow for clearer understanding of a listing’s showing status within Paragon and other Bay Area MLSs, a new picklist named “Available to Show” will be added to the Paragon 5 MLS for all property classes.

Pool Picklist: To allow for clearer understanding of what type of…

CCAR Sponsors

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WEEKLY NEWSLETTER | APRIL 19, 2022

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2024 Board of Directors Nomination by Petition – Due Apr. 25

In accordance with the CCAR Bylaws Article X, Section 7, Nomination by Petition: Additional candidates for the offices to be filled may be placed in nomination by petition signed by at least 2% or fifty (50) of the REALTOR® members eligible to vote, whichever is less.

The petition shall be filed with the Chief Executive Officer/Secretary at least ten (10) days prior to the mailing deadline identified in Article XI, Section 1(d). The Secretary shall send notice of such additional nominations to all members eligible to vote at least fourteen (14) days before the election…

Visit Fairhaven for Hands-on Fair Housing Training

Fairhaven is a town every REALTOR® should visit. Online, that is. Fairhaven, a fair housing simulation training for REALTORS® that uses the power of storytelling to help members identify, prevent, and address discriminatory practices in real estate.

Inspired by real stories, this innovative online experience has agents work against the clock to sell homes in the fictional town of Fairhaven, while confronting discrimination in the homebuying process. Learners will also walk in the shoes of a homebuyer facing discrimination. The training provides customized feedback that learners can apply to daily business interactions.

LAPTOPS ON SALE:

MLS UPDATE:

Paragon 5 MLS Enhancements

Get Quick Answers to Your Questions with C.A.R. Peer-to-Peer Ethics Infoline

Non-legal ethics questions answered in a snap!

C.A.R.’s Peer-to-Peer Ethics Infoline is a free service facilitated by neutral REALTOR® volunteers trained in the Code of Ethics. They can answer questions from other REALTOR® members regarding the proper interpretation of the Code.

If you have questions about whether certain actions—yours or those of another REALTOR® —might violate the Code of Ethics, the volunteers can assist with non-legal ethics matters. The Infoline is confidential, and no information will be shared with third parties. Please note that answers or opinions are provided orally and will not be given in writing.

CONTACT THE INFOLINE >>

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Professional Standards (Ethics) Processes & Procedures

Consider taking the following steps before filing a formal ethics complaint:
1. Speak directly with the other agent about your complaint;
2. You may also speak with the principle broker from his/her real estate firm;
3. If you have additional questions, please contact CCAR: 925.295.9220.

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CCAR Helping Hands’ Chili Cook-ON! – Next Wed.

Upcoming Paragon 5 MLS Enhancements and Rules Change

Weekly Jolt – 042622

CCAR Helping Hands’ Chili Cook-ON! – Next Wed.

Title Fraud on the Rise: What You Need to Know

Upcoming Paragon 5 MLS Enhancements and Rules Change

Paragon 5 MLS Enhancements

Weekly Jolt – 041922

2024 Board of Directors Nomination by Petition – Due Apr. 25

Visit Fairhaven for Hands-on Fair Housing Training

Paragon 5 MLS Enhancements

Get Quick Answers to Your Questions with C.A.R. Peer-to-Peer Ethics Infoline

Professional Standards (Ethics) Processes & Procedures

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