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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     August 3, 2021

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Education contains a list of upcoming classes.

•  A Message From the President
•  Coming Soon: CCAR Member Dashboard Upgrade
•  YPN School Drive: C.A.R. Month-of-Giving
•  Governor Signs AB 633 Bill Into Law
•  CCAR Affiliate Liaison Application

•  Paragon Hi-Res Photos: Launching Aug. 10
•  Upcoming Paragon Enhancements – Aug 3

FEATURED: The New California RPA
Wed., Aug. 18  |  9am – 1pm
DEADLINE TO REGISTER: AUG. 12

LionDesk CRM: Automate Your Business
Wed., Aug. 4  |  11:30am – 12:15pm

Tech Tools to Create Healthy Boundaries
Wed., Aug. 4  |  1 – 2pm

R.E. REvive Virtual Conference
Thu., Aug. 5  |  9am – 3pm

RPR® Property Searches
Thu., Aug. 5  |  11 – 11:45am

Intro to CMA Reports w/ Cloud CMA
Thu., Aug. 5  |  1 – 3pm

License Renewal Crash Course (REVEI)
Fri., Aug. 6  |  9:30am – 12:30pm

Prospecting for Leads
Fri., Aug. 6  |  2:30 – 3:00pm

Android Users & Homesnap Pro
Mon., Aug. 9  |  2:30 – 3:00pm

Intro to Paragon
Tue., Aug. 10  |  9:00 – 11:00am

Signing Forms Electronically
Tue., Aug. 10  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

CMA Reports & Listing Presentations in RPR
Wed., Aug. 11  |  9:00 – 9:45am

Calif. Residential Listing Agreement (REVEI)
Wed., Aug. 11  |  10:00am – 1pm

 

Click here to request 1:1 CCAR Training.

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

Click here for a printable education calendar.

Contra Costa Vaccine Appointment Request Form
CCAR COVID-19 Updates on ccartoday.com
C.A.R. COVID-19 Updates
Contra Costa COVID-19 Updates

+ CCAR CALENDAR

+ PAY MLS & KEY FEES

In Memoriam 

ron lau

CCAR extends its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of REALTOR® and member Ron Lau (member since 2006) of Re/Max Accord who recently passed away on July 27th. More information will be published as it becomes available. Rest in peace, dear friend.

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The NEW California Residential Purchase Agreement
Wed., August 18  |  9:00am – 1:00pm
DEADLINE TO REGISTER: AUGUST 12
Stay up-to-date with the most widely used and trusted purchase agreement in California. This LIVE Zoom course will cover the entire NEW California Residential Purchase Agreement (RPA) in detail, step-by-step. Get clear instructions on how to properly complete and use the RPA form in all your transactions, directly from C.A.R.’s Assistant General Counsel, Gov Hutchinson. This course counts for 4 hours of Continuing Education (CE) in Consumer Protection.
REGISTER >>

A Message From the President

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Coming Soon: CCAR Member Dashboard Upgrade!

Our CCAR Development Team has been hard at work to bring you a New, Configurable, Data Driven, Widget-ized Member Dashboard!

Your new, fully customizable dashboard can have as much or as little optional member information as you choose! There will be a large selection of widgets you can add to your members.ccartoday.com homepage. We look forward to bringing you widgets for content including…

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YPN School Supply & Shoe Drive Extended – Donate by This Friday

The CCAR Young Professionals Network is thrilled to once again join C.A.R. in their Month-of-Giving campaign by supporting students in our community. This year, they’re again partnering with Moving Forward, a Richmond-based non-profit dedicated to making a positive impact through health, academics, and community service.

They need your help! Donate school supplies and new shoes to help young students get the resources they need to succeed. Your contributions will ensure they are well-equipped for the upcoming school year, boosting their confidence and giving them the tools to thrive academically.

VIEW THE FLYER >>

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Uniform Partition of Heirs Property Act

C.A.R.-sponsored AB 633 (Calderon), which enacts the Uniform Partition of Heirs Property Act in California, helps protect those persons who inherit property where there are multiple heirs, but no will or trust exists, was signed into law by Gov. Newsom.

The law also provides mechanisms which favor market sales with real estate licensees, rather than a traditional probate court sale to ensure the best possible price for a property, should a sale of the property be…

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Call for Applications: CCAR Affiliate Liaison to BOD

CCAR is calling for applications from qualified Affiliate members who are interested in serving a two-year term as a non-voting Affiliate Liaison to the 2024 Board of Directors.

This person will act as liaison between the Board of Directors and the Affiliate membership, conveying their concerns to the Board and communicating back to the Affiliate membership. The non-voting liaison must have been a CCAR Affiliate Member for two years immediately preceding appointment.

Click here for the Affiliate Liaison Application, due by Aug. 14th at 5pm.

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LAPTOPS ON SALE:

Online Continuing Education

MLS UPDATE:

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Paragon Hi-Res Photos: Now Available!

We are delighted to announce a major upgrade to the Paragon 5 MLS! Now your Paragon listing photos will be stored at an updated Hi-Resolution of 3000 x 2000! This upgrade significantly enhances the overall quality of listing photos displayed throughout Paragon and delivered via data feeds to third party services. We are also pleased to inform you that we have enhanced the system to allow up to a 15 MB photo to…

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Weekly Jolt – 072721

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     JULY 27, 2021

Click a title below to view detailed contents by topic.
Education contains a list of upcoming classes.

•  CCAR Centennial Celebration – Sep. 23
•  Few Foursomes Remain –
   CCAR Golf Tourney Next Monday
•  C.A.R.’s Rent Relief Program Toolkit
•  YPN School Drive: C.A.R. Month-of-Giving
•  CCAR Affiliate Liaison Application

•  Upcoming Paragon Enhancements – Aug 3
•  Code of Ethics Violators

FEATURED: The New California RPA
Wed., Aug 18  |  9am – 1pm

C.A.R.: How to Obtain Listings in a Tough Market
Wed., July 28  |  10am – 11am

41 Calif. Standard Disclosure Forms
Wed., July 28  |  10am – 1pm

Intro to Paragon
Wed., July 28  1pm – 3pm

New Features of New Home Source Pro
Thu., July 29  |  8 – 8:30am

Sending Auto-Notifications w/ Collab Center
Thu., July 29  |  9:30am – 11:30am

Give Your Sellers Valuable Info on their Listing
Thu., July 29  |  12 – 12:30pm

Edit Your Listings from Your Phone
Fri., July 30  |  12 – 12:30pm

LionDesk CRM: Getting Started
Mon., Aug. 2  |  11:30am – 12:15pm

Disclosures.io Features Demo
Mon., Aug. 2  |  12 – 12:30pm

Get Started with RPR®
Tue., Aug. 3  |  9 – 9:45am

Thwart Low Inventory w/ New Homes
Tue., Aug. 3  |  9 – 9:30am

 zipForm Basics
Tue. Aug. 3  |  10 – 11am

Tech Tools to Create Healthy Boundaries
Wed., Aug. 4  |  1 – 2pm

Click here to request 1:1 CCAR Training.

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

Click here for a printable education calendar.

Contra Costa Vaccine Appointment Request Form
CCAR COVID-19 Updates on ccartoday.com
C.A.R. COVID-19 Updates
Contra Costa COVID-19 Updates

+ CCAR CALENDAR

+ PAY MLS & KEY FEES

Congratulations Jo Sciarroni!

jo sciarroni

Jo Sciarroni of RE/MAX Accord has won the Pro. Standards Awareness Survey drawing for $250! Congratulations, Jo! 

CCAR Mask Update:

In order to provide better protection to our employees and customers: All patrons are required to wear a face mask inside the premises regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status.
For details, including exemptions for certain individuals, please see: California State Public Health Officer Order of June 15, 2021, Guidance for the Use of Face Coverings.

rpa changing

The NEW California Residential Purchase Agreement
Wed., August 18  |  9:00am – 1:00pm
Stay up-to-date with the most widely used and trusted purchase agreement in California. This LIVE Zoom course will cover the entire NEW California Residential Purchase Agreement (RPA) in detail, step-by-step. Get clear instructions on how to properly complete and use the RPA form in all your transactions, directly from C.A.R.’s Assistant General Counsel, Gov Hutchinson. This course counts for 4 hours of Continuing Education (CE) in Consumer Protection.
REGISTER >>

Online Continuing Education

CCAR Centennial Celebration – Sep. 23

100 years party

All members are cordially invited to attend CCAR’s Centennial Celebration on Thursday, September 23, 2021, from 4:00-7:00 pm at the Pleasant Hill Recreation Center.

Enjoy live music, raffle prizes, featured wineries, breweries and much more! Details and registration information coming soon.

Annual CCAR Charity Golf Tournament – May 10

Get ready to tee off for two fantastic causes, CCAR Helping Hands and the CCAR Scholarship Foundation, at our annual charity Golf Tournament! Dust off your Callaways and TaylorMades for an unforgettable day on the greens of Boundary Oak Golf Course in Walnut Creek on Friday, May 10 at 11:30am.

While you swing for a purpose, enjoy a delicious boxed lunch, and then end the day with a post-tournament dinner and award ceremony, all included for every golfer. For those who prefer to join us later in the evening, “Dinner Only” tickets are also available where you can bid on fantastic raffle prizes and enjoy a cash bar to keep the celebration going!

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C.A.R.’s Rent Relief Program Toolkit

Governor Newsom recently signed AB 832 (Bloom) into law, which increased funds available to California’s Rent Relief program from $2.6 billion to $5.2 billion. This new law allows landlords to be eligible for 100% reimbursement of COVID-19 rental arrears. C.A.R. wants to ensure members have all necessary information to apply and don’t miss out on receiving these funds. To help C.A.R. has created a rent relief program toolkit that includes resources and information. It includes everything from…

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School office supplies on blue background

YPN School Supply & Shoe Drive Extended – Donate by This Friday

The CCAR Young Professionals Network is thrilled to once again join C.A.R. in their Month-of-Giving campaign by supporting students in our community. This year, they’re again partnering with Moving Forward, a Richmond-based non-profit dedicated to making a positive impact through health, academics, and community service.

They need your help! Donate school supplies and new shoes to help young students get the resources they need to succeed. Your contributions will ensure they are well-equipped for the upcoming school year, boosting their confidence and giving them the tools to thrive academically.

VIEW THE FLYER >>

Read More »
Paperwork document, claim form with business applicant

Call for Applications: CCAR Affiliate Liaison to BOD

CCAR is calling for applications from qualified Affiliate members who are interested in serving a two-year term as a non-voting Affiliate Liaison to the 2024 Board of Directors.

This person will act as liaison between the Board of Directors and the Affiliate membership, conveying their concerns to the Board and communicating back to the Affiliate membership. The non-voting liaison must have been a CCAR Affiliate Member for two years immediately preceding appointment.

Click here for the Affiliate Liaison Application, due by Aug. 14th at 5pm.

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LAPTOPS ON SALE:

MEMBER BENEFIT:

MLS UPDATE:

Text Code of Ethics typed on retro typewriter

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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YPN School Supply & Shoe Drive Extended – Donate by This Friday

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As a part of C.A.R.’s Month-of-Giving, the CCAR Young Professionals Network (YPN) is excited to announce a special campaign to support students in our community. They are hosting a school supply and shoe drive in partnership with Moving Forward, a Richmond based, non-profit organization dedicated to making a positive impact through health, academics, and community service.

We invite you to donate school supplies and new shoes to help young students get the resources they need to succeed. Your contributions will ensure that students are well-equipped for the upcoming school year, giving them the confidence and tools they need to thrive academically.

Tax Deductible Monetary Donations

Please give on behalf of YPN
(specified beneath donation amount) so donations are trackable.

Amazon Wishlist

Let’s come together to make a positive impact and support the educational journey of young students in our community. Please drop off your donations by July 26th. Thank you for your generosity and support!

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CCAR Office 
1870 Olympic Blvd., Suite 200
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Coldwell Banker
1981 N Broadway, Suite 100
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Golden Gate Sotheby’s Int’l Realty
390 Railroad Avenue
Danville, CA 94526

  • Backpacks 
  • Notebooks
  • Pens
  • Pencils
  • Binders
  • Binder Paper 
  • Pencil Sharpener
  • Erasers 
  • Highlighters
  • Colorful Markers
  • Crayons 
  • Colored Pencils 
  • Scissors 
  • Rulers
  • Glue Sticks
  • Glue
  • Construction Paper 
  • Play-doh 
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VIEW PICTURES FROM PREVIOUS SUPPLY DRIVES >>

Weekly Jolt – 072021

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     JULY 20, 2021

Click a title below to view detailed contents by topic.
Education contains a list of upcoming classes.

•  Contra Costa Covid-19 Press Release
•  YPN School Drive: C.A.R. Month-of-Giving
•  CCAR Charity Golf Tournament – Aug. 2
•  CCAR Affiliate Liaison Application
•  C.A.R. Peer-to-Peer Ethics Infoline

•  Privy – Launching Aug. 2
•  Upcoming Paragon Enhancements – Aug 3

FEATURED: The New California RPA
Wed., Aug 18  |  9am – 1pm

NAR: Protect Yourself from the Unexpected
Wed., July 21  |  11am – 12pm

AREAA: The State of Luxury Real Estate
Wed., July 21  |  12pm – 1pm

Intro to Listing Input & Maintenance
Wed., July 21  |  1pm – 3pm

Intro to RPR®
Thu., July 22  |  9:30am – 11:30am

Get Started Using Homesnap Pro
Thu., July 22  |  2:30pm – 3pm

Prospecting with RPR®
Fri., July 23  |  9:00am – 9:45am

License Renewal Crash Course (REVEI)
Fri., July 23  |  9:30am – 12:30pm

Create Video Marketing w/ Homesnap Stories
Sat., July 24  |  2pm – 2:30pm

NAR’s Forecast w/ Chief Economist Dr. Lawrence Yun
Mon., July 26  |  11am – 12pm

Edit Your Listings on Mobile
Mon., July 26  |  11am – 11:30am

Help Your Buyers Find Their Dream Home
Tue., July 27  |  9am- 9:30am

C.A.R.: How to Obtain Listings in a Tough Market
Wed., July 28  |  10am – 11am

41 Calif. Standard Disclosure Forms
Wed., July 28  |  10am – 1pm

Intro to Paragon
Wed., July 28  |  1pm – 3pm

Click here to request 1:1 CCAR Training.

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

Click here for a printable education calendar.

Contra Costa Vaccine Appointment Request Form
CCAR COVID-19 Updates on ccartoday.com
C.A.R. COVID-19 Updates
Contra Costa COVID-19 Updates

+ CCAR CALENDAR

+ PAY MLS & KEY FEES

Changes are coming to
the New California RPA

gov hutchinson

The NEW California Residential Purchase Agreement
Wed., August 18  |  9:00am – 1:00pm
C.A.R. is revising the RPA Agreement this year. Dozens of changes are being made to this crucial form and you don’t want to be left in the dark! Sign up today to learn about the NEW RPA Agreement directly from C.A.R.’s own Gov Hutchinson! CCAR Members and non-members, receive reduced pricing when taking this class through CCAR!
REGISTER >>

LEGISLATIVE CORNER:

Watch this quick video to learn how C.A.R. is tackling the housing affordability crisis in Sacramento by advocating for policies that address the root cause — a lack of supply.

Online Continuing Education

LAPTOPS ON SALE:

Bay Area Counties Recommend Masking Indoors for Everyone
as a Precaution Against Increased Circulation of COVID-19

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As of July 14, Contra Costa’s reported new cases are averaging 93 per day and the daily case rate is now 5.7 per 100,000 and rising.

With cases of COVID-19 rising locally and increased circulation of the highly transmissible Delta variant, the Counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Sonoma, and the City of Berkeley recommend that everyone, regardless of vaccination status, wear masks indoors in public places to ensure easy verification that all unvaccinated people are masked in those settings and as an extra precautionary measure for all…

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School office supplies on blue background

YPN School Supply & Shoe Drive Extended – Donate by This Friday

The CCAR Young Professionals Network is thrilled to once again join C.A.R. in their Month-of-Giving campaign by supporting students in our community. This year, they’re again partnering with Moving Forward, a Richmond-based non-profit dedicated to making a positive impact through health, academics, and community service.

They need your help! Donate school supplies and new shoes to help young students get the resources they need to succeed. Your contributions will ensure they are well-equipped for the upcoming school year, boosting their confidence and giving them the tools to thrive academically.

VIEW THE FLYER >>

Read More »

Annual CCAR Charity Golf Tournament – May 10

Get ready to tee off for two fantastic causes, CCAR Helping Hands and the CCAR Scholarship Foundation, at our annual charity Golf Tournament! Dust off your Callaways and TaylorMades for an unforgettable day on the greens of Boundary Oak Golf Course in Walnut Creek on Friday, May 10 at 11:30am.

While you swing for a purpose, enjoy a delicious boxed lunch, and then end the day with a post-tournament dinner and award ceremony, all included for every golfer. For those who prefer to join us later in the evening, “Dinner Only” tickets are also available where you can bid on fantastic raffle prizes and enjoy a cash bar to keep the celebration going!

Read More »
Paperwork document, claim form with business applicant

Call for Applications: CCAR Affiliate Liaison to BOD

CCAR is calling for applications from qualified Affiliate members who are interested in serving a two-year term as a non-voting Affiliate Liaison to the 2024 Board of Directors.

This person will act as liaison between the Board of Directors and the Affiliate membership, conveying their concerns to the Board and communicating back to the Affiliate membership. The non-voting liaison must have been a CCAR Affiliate Member for two years immediately preceding appointment.

Click here for the Affiliate Liaison Application, due by Aug. 14th at 5pm.

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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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MEMBER BENEFIT:

RatePlug: Pre-Approval Link on MLS Listings
Housing demand is high, mortgage rates are low. In a competitive housing market, buyers should do all they can to stand out in a sea of borrowers. Getting pre-approved shows how serious someone is about buying. Give your buyers access to pre-approval on every listing you send them.

MLS UPDATE:

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Privy: Launching Aug. 2

Privy is a powerful real estate investing software platform that is powered by real time MLS data.

Privy was built by a group of investor focused real estate agents to scale their own business. Instead of being able to work with a handful of investors effectively they used data, software and automation to work with dozens of…

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Upcoming Paragon Enhancements – Aug. 3

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On August 3rd the following updates will be made to the Paragon 5 MLS system to improve functionality.

MLS Disclaimer: The disclaimer that appears on detail report views in the MLS will be updated to the following to provide additional liability protection when utilizing floor plans in the MLS.
 
  • “©Bay East, CCAR, bridgeMLS. Based on information from Bay East and Contra Costa Association of REALTORS® and bridgeMLS. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. If a floor plan is included, the floor plan is for illustrative purposes only, and the actual dimensions and layout of the home may differ from the floor plan. Buyer is urged to make a detailed inspection of the property, and if any aspect of a floor plan is critical to the buyer’s decision to purchase, buyer must conduct their own measurements and inspection. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.”
Embedded Video: Using this new field you will be able to add a URL to an unbranded video. The embedded videos will display on the Connect Report views – CollabLink, ConnectView, Collab Center Detail, and Paragon Connect Detail. Allowing clients to view the video without navigating away from the listing display.
 
“Active – Coming Soon” to “Pending”: The ability to update an “Active – Coming Soon” listing directly to “Pending” without the need to first update the listing to a “New” or “Active” listing.
 
City List: Removal of “Point Richmond” from the City pick list. Searching Point Richmond will still be possible by leveraging the “Area” field.
 
If you have any questions please contact Member Services at [email protected].