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Weekly Jolt – 092623

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     SEP. 26, 2023
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•  Risk Management Seminar – Sep. 27
•  Apply For 2024 Pro. Standards & Grievance
   Committees
•  CCAR’s Big Event Membership Meeting – Oct. 18
•  FREE C.A.R. REALTOR® Resiliency Education Package
•  Register to Vote
•  WCR Fashion Show Gala – Oct. 29

Online Continuing Education

RISK Management Seminar with Shannon B. Jones
Wed., Sep. 27  |  9:00am – 11:30am

Easy to Use AI Tools – RPR Writes, You Share
Wed., Sep. 27  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Making Awesome Instagram Content
Wed., Sep. 27  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm

SupraWEB Agent Reports, Notifications and More
Thu., Sep. 28  |  8:30am – 9:30am

Increase Your Online Visibility with a REALTOR.com Agent Profile
Thu., Sep. 28  |  9:00am – 9:30am

The Power of Google & Your Online Reputation
Thu., Sep. 28  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Unique Financing Solutions in a Unique Market
Thu., Sep. 28  |  10:00am – 11:00am

On the Go with RPR Mobile
Thu., Sep. 28  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

CMA Reports and More with Cloud CMA
Thu., Sep. 28  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

Getting the Most from RateMyAgent
Mon., Oct. 2  |  10:00am – 11:00am        

Gain More Clients by Helping Buyers with New Builds
Tue., Oct. 3  |  9:30am – 10:30am

Learn the Basics of zipForm
Tue., Oct. 3  |  10:00am – 11:00am

What is the ROI of Online R.E. Leads? Results from a 5-year Study
Tue., Oct. 3  |  11:00am – 11:30am

Manage Listings & Showings with Supra and BrokerBay
Tue., Oct. 3  |  11:30am – 12:00pm

Using Current Market Statistics to Maintain Your Social Media Presence
Wed., Oct. 4  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Getting to Know Paragon MLS
Wed., Oct. 4  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

Advanced zipForm Features
Thu., Oct. 5  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Homesnap is now Homes.com – Learn more!
Thu., Oct. 5  |  11:00am – 11:30am

How to Input & Maintain Your Listing
Thu., Oct. 5  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

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

Supra Single-Access for Non-Members
Fri., Oct. 6  |  10:30am – 11:30am

C.A.R. Industry Leaders Town Hall for Brokers, Managers, & Principals
Fri., Oct. 6  |  11:00am – 12:30pm

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

•  BrokerBay eKey Integration
•  MLS “Area” Field Change Notice – Nov. 16
•  New In-Stock Laptops for Sale

3 Safety Practices to Start Right Now
The best safety protocols are the ones you use every time. Try these three:

  1. Always meet new clients at the office or in a neutral location.
  2. Share your schedule with a colleague, assistant or family member.
  3. Check your cell phone battery before heading to an appointment.

Get dozens more tips and resources through
NAR’s REALTOR® Safety Program. >>

+ CCAR CALENDAR

FREE C.A.R. REALTOR® Resiliency Package – Save $149!

The housing market seems to change from one moment to the next while inventory remains low and interest rates climb. In this curated group of classes you’ll find real-world solutions for financing challenges, general mortgage tips, and even tricks for using market data tools found on car.org.

  • Gain an understanding of what mortgage products are available to clients and how that can help real estate licensees provide a better client experience.
  • Learn to help clients focus on financial health so that you can find your next deal.
  • Review a showcase of the stats-oriented tools that are available to C.A.R. members on car.org.

LOG IN & REGISTER >>
Use code 3FREECAR at checkout.

In California, the deadline to register to vote for any election is 15 days before Election Day, so please register early!
REGISTER HERE >>

WCR – FASHION SHOW GALA – OCT. 29

READ MORE & REGISTER >>

Risk Management Seminar – Tomorrow, Sep. 27

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Join us on Zoom tomorrow, Sep. 27 from 9am – noon, for our Risk Management Seminar and C.A.R. Update. 

Attorney Shannon B. Jones joins us once again to bring us 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.

Registration closes at 8am, Wed., Sep. 27.

Non-Members call 925.295.9210 to register or for any questions.
CCAR MEMBERS REGISTER HERE >>

Apply for 2024 Pro Standards & Grievance Committee

Apply now if you are interested and qualify for serving on the 2024 Professional Standards or Grievance Committees.

Additionally, we are accepting requests from REALTOR® members applying for the Professional Standards Committee who are interested in serving on its sub-committees as a mediator and/or an ethics advocate.

The new term begins January 1, 2024 and Applications are due by October 18, 2023.

For more information contact Pam Martin at [email protected].

VIEW APPLICATION >>

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The BIG Event Membership Meeting – Oct. 18

CCAR Members, join us at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek on October 18 from 8:30am – 12:30pm to stay on top of the rapid real estate market changes and receive the latest legal tips to keep you out of trouble!

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear first-hand from a leading industry resource, Jordan Levine, C.A.R. Vice President and Chief Economist! He will discuss the 2024 Housing Market forecast and housing supply conditions. Also featuring a legal update from Gov Hutchinson, C.A.R´s Assistant General Counsel. CCAR Members only, refreshments will be served, registration required.

REGISTER HERE >>

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BrokerBay Ekey Integration

You can now Access Supra® iBox lockboxes from within the BrokerBay Scheduling App, enabling a streamlined experience for you and your clients. By simply using your existing Supra eKEY PIN, showing agents can use the scheduling app to open the Supra lockbox, and listing agents can open the lockbox and release the shackle to place and remove lockboxes!
 
 
If you have any questions please contact CCAR Member Services at [email protected] or 925.295.1270.

MLS “AREA” Field Change Notice –
Nov. 6, 2023

Effective Nov. 6, the “AREA” field lookup values will be updated to a single lookup value called “Listing”. This means that instead of selecting various “AREA” options, you will now see one “Listing” value. We want to ensure that you have a clear understanding of how this change will impact your workflow.

Action Required – Update Your Saved Searches
To avoid your clients receiving unnecessary email notifications, we kindly request you to update all your…
READ MORE >>

MLS Rules Changes – 6.1 & 12.16

rules regs folder
On October 16th, the following MLS Rules and Regulations changes will go into effect. The addition of MLS Rule 6.1 Reciprocal Agreement and removal of 12.16 (q) Search Result Limitation.
 
6.1 Reciprocal Agreement. Contra Costa Association of REALTORS® has entered into a regional cross pollination agreement (as amended from time to time, the “Cross Pollination Agreement”) with MetroList®, The San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS, bridgeMLS, Bay East Association of REALTORS®, BAREIS MLS, and MLSListings® in which the MLS listing data of each such organization is displayed in the MLS system of all the organizations. By submitting a listing in the MLS Data, Bay East members agree to cooperate with members of such organizations participating in the Cross Pollination Agreement for the purpose of selling the listed property and agree that offers of compensation, if any, are made to members of those organizations as they are made to Members pursuant to Section 7.12. By entering a listing into MetroList®, Members agree to abide by and are bound by the respective rules and regulations of MetroList®.
 
12.16 (q) Search Result Limitation. Broker Participants and R.E. Subscribers shall limit the number of listings that a viewer may view, retrieve, or download to not more than 500 or fifty percent (50%) of the listing in the MLS, whichever is less in response to any inquiry.
 
If you have any questions, please contact CCAR MLS Compliance at [email protected] or 925.295.1270.

CCAR ANNUAL SPONSORS

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Weekly Jolt – 091923

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     SEP. 19, 2023
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•  Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire – Sep. 26
•  Risk Management Seminar – Sep. 27
•  Apply For 2024 Pro. Standards & Grievance
   Committees
•  West County Marketing Meeting – Sep. 21
•  CCAR’s Big Event Membership Meeting – Oct. 18
•  WCR Fashion Show Gala – Oct. 29

Power Up Your Prospecting Efforts
Wed., Sep. 20  |  9:00am – 10:00am

Overcoming Roadblocks with Leads & Clearing the Path to Success
Wed., Sep. 20  |   9:00am – 10:00am

How to Set Up Your CRM for Success
Wed., Sep. 20  |  10:00am – 11:00am     

Grow Your Business Using Client Reviews
Wed., Sep. 20  |  10:30am – 11:30am

What’s My Brand – Who Am I?
Wed., Sep. 20  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm

Getting to Know Paragon MLS
Wed., Sep. 20  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

Commercial Real Estate Success
Thu., Sep. 21  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Buyer Agents: Creating Purchase Transactions in zip Form
Thu., Sep. 21  |  12:00pm – 1:00pm

Intro to zipForm Edition (Lone Wolf Transactions)
Thu., Sep. 21  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

Learn How Client Reviews Can Grow Your Business
Thu., Sep. 21  |  2:00pm – 3:00pm

Supra Single-Access for Non-Members
Fri., Sep. 22  |  8:30am – 9:30am

Improve Showings with a LIVE Buyer Tour
Fri., Sep. 22  |  9:00am – 10:00am

License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., Sep. 22  |  9:30am – 12:30pm

CA Real Estate Disclosure Forms — over 40 of them!
Mon., Sep. 25  |  10:00am – 1:00pm       

Buyers Agent 101: Sending Auto Emails (Collab Center)
Mon., Sep. 25  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

Intro to RPR – CMA Reports and More!
Tue., Sep. 26  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

RISK Management Seminar with Shannon B. Jones
Wed., Sep. 27  |  9:00am – 11:30am

Easy to Use AI Tools – RPR Writes, You Share
Wed., Sep. 27  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Making Awesome Instagram Content
Wed., Sep. 27  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm

SupraWEB Agent Reports, Notifications and More
Thu., Sep. 28  |  8:30am – 9:30am

Increase Your Online Visibility with a REALTOR.com Agent Profile
Thu., Sep. 28  |  9:00am – 9:30am

On the Go with RPR Mobile
Thu., Sep. 28  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

CMA Reports and More with Cloud CMA
Thu., Sep. 28  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

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

Online Continuing Education

•  BrokerBay eKey Integration
•  MLS “Area” Field Change Notice – Nov. 16
•  New In-Stock Laptops for Sale

+ CCAR CALENDAR

West County Marketing Meeting – This Thu., SEP. 21

Join us this Thu., Sep. 21 from 8:45-10:00am at Mechanics Bank, 3190 Klose Way in Richmond. You will learn about housing down payment assistance programs from Sepideh Karimiziarani, Business and Housing Program Associate. The West County Marketing Meeting is free to attend and includes a light breakfast.

The ANNUAL CCAR Big Event Membership Meeting – OCT. 13

CCAR Members, join us at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek on Oct. 18 from 8:30am – 12:30pm to stay on top of the rapid real estate market changes and receive the latest legal tips to keep you out of trouble!

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear first-hand from a leading industry resource, Jordan Levine, C.A.R. Vice President and Chief Economist! He will discuss the 2024 Housing Market forecast and housing supply conditions. Also featuring a legal update from Gov Hutchinson, C.A.R´s Assistant General Counsel. CCAR Members only, refreshments will be served, registration required.
REGISTER HERE >>

WCR – FASHION SHOW GALA – OCT. 29

READ MORE & REGISTER >>

You Can’t Miss the Oktoberfest
Affiliate Faire Benefit Next Week – Sep. 26

CCAR REALTOR® Members: Join us for free food, drinks, raffles, and fun at the Danville Veterans Hall from 5-7pm next Tue., Sep. 26th! Learn all about the services offered by your local industry partners while supporting two good causes, the CCAR Scholarship Foundation and CCAR Helping Hands!

CCAR Affiliates: The Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire is the perfect opportunity to put your name and face in front of CCAR REALTORS®. It will be set up just like a trade show… but a lot more fun and it’s a fundraiser!

Here’s How:
Purchase a vender table for $35 by contacting Jason Catalano at 925.295.9202 or [email protected] and…

Bring:
1. All your marketing materials
2. One raffle prize (gift basket, gift card, wine, etc.)
3. An appetizer to feed at least 20 people (veggie
tray, cheese plate, hors d’oeuvres, etc.) 

READ MORE >>

risk management

Risk Management Seminar – Sep. 27

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 >>

Read More >>

Apply for 2024 Pro Standards & Grievance Committee

Apply now if you are interested and qualify for serving on the 2024 Professional Standards or Grievance Committees.

Additionally, we are accepting requests from REALTOR® members applying for the Professional Standards Committee who are interested in serving on its sub-committees as a mediator and/or an ethics advocate.

The new term begins January 1, 2024 and Applications are due by October 18, 2023.

For more information contact Pam Martin at [email protected].

VIEW APPLICATION >>

Read More >>
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Next

BrokerBay Ekey Integration

You can now Access Supra® iBox lockboxes from within the BrokerBay Scheduling App, enabling a streamlined experience for you and your clients. By simply using your existing Supra eKEY PIN, showing agents can use the scheduling app to open the Supra lockbox, and listing agents can open the lockbox and release the shackle to place and remove lockboxes!
 
 
If you have any questions please contact CCAR Member Services at [email protected] or 925.295.1270.

MLS “AREA” Field Change Notice –
Nov. 6, 2023

Effective Nov. 6, the “AREA” field lookup values will be updated to a single lookup value called “Listing”. This means that instead of selecting various “AREA” options, you will now see one “Listing” value. We want to ensure that you have a clear understanding of how this change will impact your workflow.

Action Required – Update Your Saved Searches
To avoid your clients receiving unnecessary email notifications, we kindly request you to update all your…
READ MORE >>

MLS Rules Changes – 6.1 & 12.16

rules regs folder
On October 16th, the following MLS Rules and Regulations changes will go into effect. The addition of MLS Rule 6.1 Reciprocal Agreement and removal of 12.16 (q) Search Result Limitation.
 
6.1 Reciprocal Agreement. Contra Costa Association of REALTORS® has entered into a regional cross pollination agreement (as amended from time to time, the “Cross Pollination Agreement”) with MetroList®, The San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS, bridgeMLS, Bay East Association of REALTORS®, BAREIS MLS, and MLSListings® in which the MLS listing data of each such organization is displayed in the MLS system of all the organizations. By submitting a listing in the MLS Data, Bay East members agree to cooperate with members of such organizations participating in the Cross Pollination Agreement for the purpose of selling the listed property and agree that offers of compensation, if any, are made to members of those organizations as they are made to Members pursuant to Section 7.12. By entering a listing into MetroList®, Members agree to abide by and are bound by the respective rules and regulations of MetroList®.
 
12.16 (q) Search Result Limitation. Broker Participants and R.E. Subscribers shall limit the number of listings that a viewer may view, retrieve, or download to not more than 500 or fifty percent (50%) of the listing in the MLS, whichever is less in response to any inquiry.
 
If you have any questions, please contact CCAR MLS Compliance at [email protected] or 925.295.1270.

CCAR ANNUAL SPONSORS

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Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire – Sep. 26

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Tuesday September 26, 2023  |  5:00 - 7:00pm
Danville Veterans hall  |  Danville, CA

CCAR REALTOR® Members: Join us for free food, drinks, raffles, and fun at the Danville Veterans Hall from 5-7pm on September 26! Learn all about the services offered by your local industry partners while supporting two good causes, the CCAR Scholarship Foundation and CCAR Helping Hands!

CCAR Affiliates: The Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire is the perfect opportunity to put your name and face in front of CCAR REALTORS®. It will be set up just like a trade show… but a lot more fun and it’s a fundraiser! 

Here’s How:
Purchase a vender table for $35 by contacting Jason Catalano at 925.295.9202 or [email protected] and…

Bring:
  1. All your marketing materials
  2. One raffle prize (gift basket, gift card, wine, etc.)
  3. An appetizer to feed at least 20 people (veggie
      tray, cheese plate, hors d’oeuvres, etc.)

Contact Jason
View the Flyer

Weekly Jolt – 091223

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     SEP. 12, 2023
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•  CCAR’s Big Event Membership Meeting – Oct. 18
•  Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire – Sep. 26
•  Risk Management Seminar – Sep. 27
•  Register to Vote
•  C.A.R. REimagine! Expo – Sep. 19-21
•  WCR Fashion Show Gala – Oct. 29

ALERT: CCAR’s Member portal is down due to a cyber-attack on Rapattoni Corporation. Unfortunately, the ability to register for events and classes is unavailable until it can be resolved. However, training opportunities continue to be available and you can view a current schedule at instagram.com/ccar_education. You may also click on the links below to register for upcoming classes. 

NAR: Unmasking Threats: Safety through Situational Awareness
Wed., Sep. 13  |  10:00am – 11:30am

Build a Winning Listing Presentation with RPR®
Wed., Sep. 13  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Gain More Clients by Helping Buyers with New Builds
Wed., Sep. 13  |  12:00pm – 1:00pm

RPR CMA Tools for Accurate Property Pricing
Thu., Sep. 14  |  9:00am – 10:00am

How to Input & Maintain Your Listing
Thu., Sep. 14  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

Setup and Utilize Builders Update for Your Buyers
Fri., Sep. 15  |  10:00am – 11:00am

The Dos & Don’ts of Social Media in Real Estate – LIVE
Mon., Sep. 18  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

More Sales, Less Effort, Guaranteed!
Tue., Sep. 19  |  9:30am – 10:30am

Contact Management Training – Wise Agent CRM
Tue., Sep. 19  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Creating and Using Time-Saving Templates in zipForm
Tue., Sep. 19  |  12:00pm – 12:45pm

Power Up Your Prospecting Efforts
Wed., Sep. 20  |  9:00am – 10:00am

Grow Your Business Using Client Reviews
Wed., Sep. 20  |  10:30am – 11:30am

What’s My Brand – Who Am I?
Wed., Sep. 20  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm

Getting to Know Paragon MLS
Wed., Sep. 20  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

Commercial Real Estate Success
Thu., Sep. 21  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Creating Purchase Transactions
Thu., Sep. 21  |  12:00pm – 1:00pm

Intro to zipForm Edition (Lone Wolf Transactions)
Thu., Sep. 21  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

Learn How Client Reviews Can Grow Your Business
Thu., Sep. 21  |  2:00pm – 3:00pm

Supra Single-Access for Non-Members
Fri., Sep. 22  |  8:30am – 9:30am

Improve Showings with a LIVE Buyer Tour
Fri., Sep. 22  |  9:00am – 10:00am

License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., Sep. 22  |  9:30am – 12:30pm

Online Continuing Education

•  BrokerBay eKey Integration
•  MLS “Area” Field Change Notice – Nov. 16
•  New In-Stock Laptops for Sale

West County Marketing Meeting – SEP. 21

Join us Thu., Sep. 21 from 8:45-10:00am at Mechanics Bank, 3190 Klose Way in Richmond. You will learn about housing down payment assistance programs from Sepideh Karimiziarani, Business and Housing Program Associate. The West County Marketing Meeting is free to attend and includes a light breakfast.

In California, the deadline to register to vote for any election is 15 days before Election Day, so please register early!
REGISTER HERE >>

C.A.R. REImagine! EXPO – SEP. 19-21

Learn from speakers comprised of top company executives, social media and marketing experts, successful practitioners, industry leader and innovators at this FREE, FUN, educational, experience in Anaheim.
READ MORE & REGISTER >>

WCR – FASHION SHOW GALA – OCT. 29

READ MORE & REGISTER >>

CCAR’s Big Event
Membership Meeting – October 18

CCAR Members (only), join us at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek on October 18 from 8:30am – 12:30pm to stay on top of the rapid real estate market changes and receive the latest legal tips to keep you out of trouble!

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear first-hand from a leading industry resource, Jordan Levine, C.A.R. Vice President and Chief Economist! He will discuss the 2024 Housing Market forecast and housing supply conditions. Also featuring a legal update from Gov Hutchinson, C.A.R.´s Assistant General Counsel. CCAR Members only, refreshments will be served, registration required.

Please make sure to leave enough time to park and enjoy refreshments in the lobby before the program. No food or drink is allowed in the theater.

REGISTER HERE >>

Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire – Sep. 26

CCAR REALTOR® Members: Join us for free food, drinks, raffles, and fun at the Danville Veterans Hall from 5-7pm on September 26! Learn all about the services offered by your local industry partners while supporting two good causes, the CCAR Scholarship Foundation and CCAR Helping Hands!

CCAR Affiliates: The Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire is the perfect opportunity to put your name and face in front of CCAR REALTORS®. It will be set up just like a trade show… but a lot more fun and it’s a fundraiser! 

Here’s How:
Purchase a vender table for $35 by contacting Jason Catalano at 925.295.9202 or [email protected] and…

Read More >>
risk management

Risk Management Seminar – Sep. 27

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 >>

Read More >>

MLS “AREA” Field Change Notice –
Nov. 6, 2023

Effective Nov. 6, the “AREA” field lookup values will be updated to a single lookup value called “Listing”. This means that instead of selecting various “AREA” options, you will now see one “Listing” value. We want to ensure that you have a clear understanding of how this change will impact your workflow.

Action Required – Update Your Saved Searches
To avoid your clients receiving unnecessary email notifications, we kindly request you to update all your…
READ MORE >>
Previous
Next

BrokerBay eKey Integration

You can now Access Supra® iBox lockboxes from within the BrokerBay Scheduling App, enabling a streamlined experience for you and your clients. By simply using your existing Supra eKEY PIN, showing agents can use the scheduling app to open the Supra lockbox, and listing agents can open the lockbox and release the shackle to place and remove lockboxes!
 
 
If you have any questions please contact CCAR Member Services at [email protected] or 925.295.1270.

CCAR ANNUAL SPONSORS

LeadHax logo/link