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District 99 Aulani – May 24

May 2024
From the desk of:

Darnella Aulani

CCAR TREASURER, DISTRICT 99 LIAISON
EMAIL: [email protected] | TEL: (925) 207-8211

Dear Friend and Fellow-Member,

I hope you are doing well and experiencing a prosperous Spring season!

Your CCAR leadership and members from around the State and Nation have just returned from legislative sessions in Sacramento and Washington, D.C., where we spoke with key representatives about important issues affecting your business and the industry as a whole. Check out the summary of issues below.

I’d also like to encourage you to get your Code of Ethics training completed before the NAR triennial cycle ends on December 31st. Below, you can check your training status, register for free training and/or attend a live webinar this month.

Feel free to contact me directly if you have questions, or want to chat (contact information noted above).

TOP NEWS:

REALTORS® Talk to Legislators in Washington, D.C.

Thousands of members gathered in D.C. for annual Legislative Day, highlighted by in-person “Hill Visits” where they discussed five top priority real estate issues. | SEE SUMMARY >

NAR Legislative Advocacy Podcast

Listen now to part one of a two-part podcast conversation, where Shannon McGann and Patrick Newton discuss NAR’s latest legislative successes and ongoing policy fights. | LEARN MORE >

MLS Policy Changes Coming in Aug

Get a detailed explanation of each MLS policy change required under the NAR lawsuit settlement agreement. These revised policies will go into effect on Aug 17, 2024. | VIEW >

UPCOMING EDUCATION COURSES:

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CCAR ANNUAL SPONSORS

District 99 Schubb – May 24

May 2024
From the desk of:

David Schubb

CCAR PAST-PRESIDENT, DISTRICT 99 LIAISON
EMAIL: [email protected] | TEL: (925) 765-5055

Dear Friend and Fellow-Member,

I hope you are doing well and experiencing a prosperous Spring season!

Feel free to contact me directly if you have questions, or want to chat (contact information noted above).

TOP NEWS:

REALTORS® Talk to Legislators in Washington, D.C.

Thousands of members gathered in D.C. for annual Legislative Day, highlighted by in-person “Hill Visits” where they discussed five top priority real estate issues. | SEE SUMMARY >

NAR Legislative Advocacy Podcast

Listen now to part one of a two-part podcast conversation, where Shannon McGann and Patrick Newton discuss NAR’s latest legislative successes and ongoing policy fights. | LEARN MORE >

MLS Policy Changes Coming in Aug

Get a detailed explanation of each MLS policy change required under the NAR lawsuit settlement agreement. These revised policies will go into effect on Aug 17, 2024. | VIEW >

UPCOMING EDUCATION COURSES:

CCAR CALENDAR >

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CCAR ANNUAL SPONSORS

District 99 Hall – May 24

May 2024
From the desk of:

Zina Hall

CCAR PRESIDENT-ELECT, DISTRICT 99 LIAISON
EMAIL: [email protected] | TEL: (510) 589-5649

Dear Friend and Fellow-Member,

I hope you are doing well and experiencing a prosperous Spring season!

Feel free to contact me directly if you have questions, or want to chat (contact information noted above).

TOP NEWS:

REALTORS® Talk to Legislators in Washington, D.C.

Thousands of members gathered in D.C. for annual Legislative Day, highlighted by in-person “Hill Visits” where they discussed five top priority real estate issues. | SEE SUMMARY >

NAR Legislative Advocacy Podcast

Listen now to part one of a two-part podcast conversation, where Shannon McGann and Patrick Newton discuss NAR’s latest legislative successes and ongoing policy fights. | LEARN MORE >

MLS Policy Changes Coming in Aug

Get a detailed explanation of each MLS policy change required under the NAR lawsuit settlement agreement. These revised policies will go into effect on Aug 17, 2024. | VIEW >

UPCOMING EDUCATION COURSES:

CCAR CALENDAR >

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CCAR ANNUAL SPONSORS

LEGISLATIVE DAY UPDATE 2024

Recently, more than 400 California REALTORS® converged on Washington, D.C., joining forces with thousands of fellow REALTORS® from all over the country to attend mid-year legislative meetings. Members participated in “Hill Visits” with individual legislators and sent a clear message that we are committed to driving positive change and shaping policies that will create a more equitable, accessible, and prosperous real estate market. Discussions focused on a few hot topics which have been summarized by C.A.R. as follows:

VA Home Loan Access Enhancements

NAR members have been successful in their advocacy effort to ensure that vets have access to professional representation in real estate transactions. Since the REALTOR push in Washington, the VA has temporarily suspended this prohibition. Now VA buyers are authorized to directly compensate their brokers, leveling the playing field and enhancing opportunities for those who have served our country.

Safeguarding Independent Contractor Status

C.A.R. members advocated for the preservation of agents’ ability to choose to work as independent contractors or employees. Central to this push was their support for H.R. 5419, the Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act, which seeks to safeguard this fundamental choice.

Homeowners Insurance Reform

While insurance is regulated at the state level, there is still a role for lawmakers in D.C. Recognizing the urgent need to address the escalating costs of homeowners insurance, C.A.R. members called on Congress to support legislation that would provide tax incentives and grants for fire hardening and disaster mitigation. Such programs make homes safer and more resilient, ultimately reducing insurance premiums for homeowners statewide.

Capital Gains Exclusion Enhancement

Seeking to empower more Americans to achieve homeownership, Californian REALTORS® lobbied for H.R. 1321, the More Homes on the Market Act. This proposed legislation aims to double the capital gains exclusion on the sale of primary residences and index it for inflation, thereby incentivizing greater participation in the housing market.

Advancement of National Fair Housing for LGBTQIA

Addressing gaps in federal fair housing legislation, particularly concerning discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, was another top priority for members who talked with legislators. While California already provides robust protections in this area, they emphasized the need for consistent nationwide standards to ensure equal rights for all.

District 99 Wright – May 24

May 2024
From the desk of:

Tyra Wright

CCAR PRESIDENT, DISTRICT 99 LIAISON
EMAIL: [email protected] | TEL: (510) 816-6754

Dear Friend and Fellow-Member,

I hope you are doing well and experiencing a prosperous Spring season!

Feel free to contact me directly if you have questions, or want to chat (contact information noted above).

TOP NEWS:

REALTORS® Talk to Legislators in Washington, D.C.

Thousands of members gathered in D.C. for annual Legislative Day, highlighted by in-person “Hill Visits” where they discussed five top priority real estate issues. | SEE SUMMARY >

NAR Legislative Advocacy Podcast

Listen now to part one of a two-part podcast conversation, where Shannon McGann and Patrick Newton discuss NAR’s latest legislative successes and ongoing policy fights. | LEARN MORE >

MLS Policy Changes Coming in Aug

Get a detailed explanation of each MLS policy change required under the NAR lawsuit settlement agreement. These revised policies will go into effect on Aug 17, 2024. | VIEW >

UPCOMING EDUCATION COURSES:

CCAR CALENDAR >

Share C.A.R. + NAR consumer ads on social media

CCAR ANNUAL SPONSORS

District 99 Aulani – May 24

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LEGISLATIVE DAY UPDATE 2024

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