Happy Holidays! CCAR Offices Closed:
• Wed. – Fri., Dec. 24 – 26
• Wed. – Fri., Dec. 31 – Jan. 2
• CCAR Member Benefits: Empowering You at Every Step
of Your Career
• You’re Invited: 2026 Inaugural – Jan. 31
• Title Fraud on the Rise: What You Need to Know
• CCAR Helping Hands Fund Supports Local Charities
this Holiday Season
• WCR Board Installation – Jan. 9, 2026
Transact: Create a Transaction
Mon., Dec. 29 | 7:00am 8:00am
Intro to RPR – Your 1-Stop Shop for Real Estate
Tue., Dec. 30 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Realtors: Grow Your Business w/ 1031 Exchanges
Tue., Dec. 30 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm
New Construction: BuildersUpdate
Wed., Dec. 31 | 10:00am – 11:00am
OnlineEd Offers CA Salespersons
A Fast Track to Becoming Brokers
California Salespersons now have a new path to becoming Brokers with OnlineEd’s fully interactive, online courses. These textbook-free courses are designed to be mobile-friendly and comprehensive, offering a convenient way to advance to a Broker Licensee.
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Visit the CCAR Calendar to view/register for additional online training opportunities.
Thank you for making CCAR your primary membership resource. Your success is our priority, and we are committed to providing you with the resources you need to achieve the highest levels of professionalism.
2026 CCAR, C.A.R., and NAR membership dues are now payable and must be submitted by 5pm on Jan. 6, 2026.
Your membership dues give you access to thousands of dollars in benefits and services, along with the political backing and collective buying power of one of the most influential professional trade associations in the United States.
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The RAF supports political activities at the local, state, and national levels. It gives REALTORS® the financial resources needed to advocate for policies which protect property rights and REALTORS® ability to effectively conduct their business.
CCAR Helping Hands Fund Supports Local Charities This Holiday Season
The CCAR Helping Hands Fund continues to make a meaningful impact in our local community, providing support to organizations that serve neighbors in need, especially during the holiday season.
This season, Helping Hands donated to three local nonprofits, including $2,000 to the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano, $1,000 to Monument Crisis Center, and $1,000 to White Pony Express. These contributions helped ensure families had access to nutritious food, holiday meals, and essential resources during a time when demand for assistance is especially high.
The Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano shared that the donation helps strengthen the community’s critical safety net, particularly as many households face food insecurity and disruptions in benefits such as CalFresh. Monument Crisis Center expressed gratitude for the support, noting that the contribution helped bring smiles to clients receiving holiday food boxes and supports their mission of promoting stability, healthy living, and empowerment. White Pony Express similarly works to nourish vulnerable populations and strengthen the community through food rescue and distribution.
The Helping Hands Fund is made possible through the generosity of CCAR members, whose commitment to giving back helps uplift local nonprofits and the people they serve. These donations reflect CCAR’s ongoing dedication to supporting our community and making a positive difference beyond real estate.
Thank you to our members for helping CCAR extend a hand to those who need it most.
WCR Board Installation – January 9, 2026
CCAR Member Benefits: Empowering You at Every Phase of Your Career
Whether you are launching into real estate, scaling your business, or navigating market shifts, CCAR membership empowers you with tools, advocacy, education, and community that gives you career-changing value, helping you not just survive, but thrive in one of the most dynamic professional landscapes.
Advocacy That Protects Your Business
CCAR membership gives you a powerful voice at the local, state, and national levels. Through CCAR, C.A.R., and NAR, your business interests, commissions, and property rights are actively protected. Advocacy isn’t abstract — it directly preserves your ability to do business profitably and ethically in a changing regulatory landscape.
Tools & Technology That Power Your Work
Membership delivers high-value tools that support your business every day — including MLS access, market analytics, and AI-driven insights. These technologies enhance efficiency, elevate client service, and give you a competitive edge, all at no additional cost beyond your dues.
Education That Keeps You Competitive
CCAR membership includes ongoing education designed to keep you informed, skilled, and market-ready. From foundational training to advanced certifications, these resources help you grow professionally while avoiding the high costs of comparable outside education.
Legal Support & Risk Protection
With access to C.A.R.’s Legal Hotline and risk management resources, you gain expert guidance when it matters most. This support helps prevent costly mistakes, protects transactions, and provides peace of mind in a legally complex profession.
Community, Connections & Credibility
Membership connects you to a trusted network of REALTORS®, industry partners, and local leaders. It also strengthens your professional reputation through the REALTOR® designation — a symbol of ethics, expertise, and consumer trust that sets you apart.
The Value Equation: More Than You Pay
When you compare the cost of membership to the value of tools, education, advocacy, legal support, and discounts included, the return is clear. CCAR membership delivers thousands of dollars in benefits annually, making it one of the smartest investments you can make in your business.
You’re Invited! 2026 Inaugural – Sat., Jan. 31st Tickets on Sale Now!
Join us for a very special evening at our annual Inaugural Dinner and Award Celebration on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Round Hill Country Club in Alamo.
We’ll recognize this year’s distinguished award recipients, install 2026 President John Fondnazio and our Board of Directors, and enjoy a night that brings our community together over great food and good company.
Come dressed to impress as we look back on a year of accomplishments and get ready for the exciting possibilities to come. Together, we’ll honor the people and partnerships that continue to strengthen our real estate community.
We hope you’ll join us for this meaningful evening of recognition and celebration.
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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.
DATA SECURITY & PRIVACY TOOLKIT >>
INTERNET SECURITY BEST PRACTICES >>
REALTOR® SAFETY NETWORK >>
REALTOR® SAFETY ARTICLES >>
COMBAT REAL ESTATE CYBERTHREATS >>
PROTECTING YOUR BUSINESS >>
Don’t Miss the 2025 REALTOR® Store Winter Sale!
Now through Dec. 31, save up to 25% on select products to help you finish the year strong. From best-selling publications to revenue-boosting webinars, your REALTOR® Store has everything you need—at exclusive member pricing. Don’t wait, shop now!
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REALTOR® Member Health Insurance
Open Enrollment
There’s still time to secure your 2026 health insurance, and RealCare is here to make the process simple and stress-free. Navigating the health insurance marketplace can feel overwhelming, but with RealCare’s expert guidance, you’ll have the support you need every step of the way. Open Enrollment runs from Nov. 1 to Jan. 31 for most coverage plans, and RealCare continues to offer access to two great options: Individual Plans and Covered CA.
Don’t wait—visit RealCare online or call 800.939.8088 (Option 2) to find the perfect plan for you today!
All laptops purchased from CCAR come with a 2-year warranty, data transfer, and RE setup included.
Reminder: Support for Windows 10 ended on Oct. 14, 2025.
• Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 – $850.36 >>
• LG Gram 17 – Ai Ready – $1,845.36 >>
C.A.R. Releases New Standard Forms
With referral fees receiving increased attention across the industry and in the media, C.A.R. last week has released several forms to help clarify and simplify disclosure requirements. Among the updated forms include the REALTOR® Acknowledgement and Disclosure Form (RAD). The revised RAD provides a standardized and transparent way to disclose referral-related compensation and other applicable disclosures.
To support members in understanding and using the revised forms, C.A.R. has created several new resources, including a Legal FAQ, several Quick Guides and Legal Live Webinar videos about referral fees and the RAD form. The FAQ explains when the form should be used, what information must be disclosed, and how the revisions align with current legal requirements.
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December Forms Release Quick Summary Guide >>
Frequently Asked Questions >>
Legal Quick Guides >>
Referral Fees, RESPA and Disclosure of Referral Fees >>
Referral Fee Chart >>
Legal Live Webinars >>
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