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Weekly Jolt – 121923

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     DEC. 19, 2023
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CCAR Holiday Closures:
Mon. – Tue., Dec. 25 – 26, & Mon., Jan. 1

Top News

•  2024 Inaugural Dinner & Dance – RSVP by Dec. 20
•  CCRE Presents – Housing 2024: The California
   Dream in Focus – Jan. 10

•  Hercules Office Reopens Dec. 20
•  West County Marketing Meeting – Dec. 21
•  Give to Bay Area Rescue Mission

Upcoming Education

The Power of AI, Google and Social Media
Wed., Dec. 20  |  10:00am – 11:00am     

Charting Your Course in a Challenging Market
Wed., Dec. 20  |  11:00am – 12:00pm     

How to Input & Maintain Your Listings
Wed., Dec. 20  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

Supra Single-Access for Non-Members
Fri., Dec. 22  |  08:30am – 9:30am

Improve Showings with a LIVE Buyer Tour Report
Fri., Dec. 29  |  7:00am – 7:45am

Online Continuing Education

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

MLS Updates

•  New CCAR Member Benefit: Dotloop
•  Paragon Update: Agent Related/Ownership Fields

•  New In-Stock Laptops for Sale
•  The CE Shop Discount


+ CCAR CALENDAR

+ PAY MEMBER DUES

HERCULES OFFICE reopens Wed., Dec 20

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

Join us this Thu., Dec. 21 from 8:45-10:00am at the CCAR Hercules Office for a year in review holiday celebration! The West County Marketing Meeting is free to attend and includes a light breakfast and beverages.

Nov. Home Sales & Price Report

 • Existing, single-family home sales totaled 223,940, down 7.4%
   from October and down 5.8% from Nov. 2022.
 • Median home price was $822,200, down 2.2% from Oct. and up
   6.2% from Nov. 2022.
 • Year-to-date statewide home sales were down 25.9%.
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Give to the Bay Area Rescue Mission

For over 25 years, your holiday contributions supported local families through the Christmas CanTree Event and the Bay Area Rescue Mission. Unfortunately, the CanTree Buffet was canceled this year due to low ticket sales. Please consider a direct donation to the Bay Area Rescue Mission to aid their efforts in providing shelter, food, and support to those in need. Please don’t forget to include the Bay Area Rescue Mission on your Christmas gift list.

Donate Now >>

RSVP by Tomorrow, Dec. 20th!
2024 Inaugural Dinner & Dance: “The Best is Yet to Come”

Registration closing soon! Experience an evening filled with elegance and achievement at the Blackhawk Auto Museum on Saturday, January 13th for our annual Inaugural Dinner, Dance, and Award Celebration.

This festive event, themed “The Best is Yet to Come,” acknowledges that 2024 will undoubtedly pose challenges in the real estate industry. However, with leadership’s guidance, navigating these challenges will not only be a testament to our resilience, but also serve as steppingstones toward unlocking even greater opportunities and possibilities.

Please join us in honoring Incoming President Tyra Wright and the 2024 Board of Directors, as well as the presentation of awards for outstanding achievements in Community Service, REALTOR® excellence, Affiliate contributions, and Emeritus Member of the Year. Reserve your tickets today and be a part of our celebration of success and camaraderie.

Purchase Tickets >>
Sponsorship Opportunities >>

Amid rising interest rates and high home prices, buyers and sellers find themselves on the sidelines, apprehensive about the market’s overall instability. Housing affordability and low supply issues continue to hamper sales. To address these challenges and discuss opportunities moving forward, the Center for California Real Estate (CCRE) is proud to present the “Housing 2024: The California Dream in Focus” panel.

This FREE live webinar on Wed., Jan. 10, from 10am – 11am, provides members an opportunity to hear and understand the critical issues and opportunities facing CA’s housing market in 2024.

Register >>

Paragon MLS Update:
Agent “Related/Ownership” Fields

Beginning January 18th, the “Agent Related to Principle” and “Agent has Ownership” feature lookups will transition into dedicated fields within the listing input, and will be displayed on the 2-Page Agent Report.

Online Continuing Education

NEW CCAR MEMBER BENEFIT:
Dotloop: Real Estate Transaction Management

Dotloop is a cutting-edge real estate transaction management solution designed to seamlessly unite people and software, elevating efficiency and crafting an exceptional customer experience.

As a valued CCAR member you can now access this new free benefit that over 1.2 million real estate professionals already leverage for successfully closing deals. By creating online workspaces called “loops”, dotloop brings everyone involved within the deal together to share, edit and sign documents, as well as communicate and collaborate

Access and create an account by clicking Dotloop under the Resources tab in Paragon.

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CCAR ANNUAL SPONSORS

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Weekly Jolt – 121223

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     DEC. 12, 2023
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Top News

•  2024 Inaugural Dinner & Dance – RSVP by Dec. 20
•  CCRE Presents – Housing 2024: The California
   Dream in Focus – Jan. 10

•  Give to Bay Area Rescue Mission
•  Hercules Office Temporarily Closed
•  Updated Advisory & Addendum Coming Soon
•  Save the Dates: 2023 Holiday Events
•  RateMyAgent Holiday Sale

Upcoming Education

FEATURED:
Start the New Year Right By Using Wise Agent CRM

Wed., Dec. 13  |  10:00am – 11:00am     

The CA Residential Purchase Agreement (RPA)
Wed., Dec. 13  |  10:00am – 1:00pm       

Cultivating Connections that Convert into Lasting Success
Wed., Dec. 13  |  11:00am – 12:00pm     

Getting to Know Paragon MLS
Wed., Dec. 13  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm          

AI-Powered Real Estate: Strategies for Success
Thu., Dec. 14  |  10:00am – 11:00am       

Learn How to Use RPR Mobile
Thu., Dec. 14  |  11:00am – 12:00pm      

Sending Auto Email Notifications (Collaboration Center)
Thu., Dec. 14  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm           

California REALTORS®: Keep More of Your Money in 2023
Fri., Dec. 15  |  9:30am – 12:00pm           

License Renewal Crash Course (REVEI)
Fri., Dec. 15  |  9:30am – 12:30pm           

Set Up Checklists in zipForm to Manage Your Tasks
Mon., Dec. 18  |  9:00am – 9:45am          

How to Create your 2024 Social Media Plan
Tue., Dec. 19  |  11:00am – 12:00pm       

Manage Listings & Showings with Supra and BrokerBay
Tue., Dec. 19  |  11:30am – 12:30pm       

Intro to zipForm Edition (Lone Wolf Transactions)
Tue., Dec. 19  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm            

SupraWEB Agent Reports, Notifications and More
Wed., Dec. 20  |  8:00am – 9:00am          

The Power of AI, Google and Social Media
Wed., Dec. 20  |  10:00am – 11:00am     

Charting Your Course in a Challenging Market
Wed., Dec. 20  |  11:00am – 12:00pm     

How to Input & Maintain Your Listings
Wed., Dec. 20  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

Online Continuing Education

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

MLS Updates

•  Paragon Update: Agent Related/Ownership Fields
•  New In-Stock Laptops for Sale
•  The CE Shop Discount Code


+ CCAR CALENDAR

+ PAY MEMBER DUES

HERCULES OFFICE TEMPORARILY CLOSED

Due to a heating issue, the CCAR Hercules office is temporarily closed. For in-office support, visit our Walnut Creek Office and our Member Services team will be more than happy to assist you. We will post any available updates to facebook.com/ccartoday. We thank you for your patience as we work to rectify this issue.

Updated Advisory and Addendum Coming Soon

Updated Contra Costa County Advisory and Unincorporated Addendum to be released in January 2024.

Save the Dates: 2023 Holiday Events

RMA: Holiday Party
Thu., Dec. 14  |  8:00 – 10:30am

RateMyAgent Holiday Sale!

Save $123 with RateMyAgent’s Holiday Sale – your last chance to save on an annual Pro subscription. Hurry, sale ends this Fri., Dec. 15th. 

Having your name appear first in a Google search often nets you more leads, translating into more clients and listings. A RateMyAgent Pro Subscription builds your online presence and helps you achieve more reviews, clients, and listings. Let your reviews work harder than ever before and experience the difference with a Pro Subscription. Don’t miss out – this offer won’t be around for long!

Claim Offer >>
(Discount applied at checkout)

2024 Inaugural Dinner & Dance: “The Best is Yet to Come”
RSVP by Next Wed., Dec. 20th

Experience an evening filled with elegance and achievement at the Blackhawk Auto Museum on Saturday, January 13th for our annual Inaugural Dinner, Dance, and Award Celebration.

This festive event, themed “The Best is Yet to Come,” acknowledges that 2024 will undoubtedly pose challenges in the real estate industry. However, with leadership’s guidance, navigating these challenges will not only be a testament to our resilience, but also serve as steppingstones toward unlocking even greater opportunities and possibilities.

Please join us in honoring Incoming President Tyra Wright and the 2024 Board of Directors, as well as the presentation of awards for outstanding achievements in Community Service, REALTOR® excellence, Affiliate contributions, and Emeritus Member of the Year. Reserve your tickets today and be a part of our celebration of success and camaraderie.

Purchase Tickets >>
Sponsorship Opportunities >>

CCRE Presents – Housing 2024: The CA Dream in Focus

Amid rising interest rates and high home prices, buyers and sellers find themselves on the sidelines, apprehensive about the market’s overall instability. Housing affordability and low supply issues continue to hamper sales. To address these challenges and discuss opportunities moving forward, the Center for California Real Estate (CCRE) is proud to present, “Housing 2024: The California Dream in Focus Panel.”

This FREE event on Wed., Jan. 10, from 10am – 11am, provides members an opportunity to hear and understand the critical issues and opportunities facing CA’s housing market in 2024.
REGISTER >>

Read More >>

Give to Bay Area Rescue Mission

For over 25 years, your generous Christmas contributions have made a meaningful impact on local families through the Christmas CanTree Event and the Bay Area Rescue Mission. Regrettably, despite our best efforts, the Christmas CanTree had to be canceled this year due to ticket sales not meeting the anticipated levels necessary to host the event successfully.

Instead, we invite you to make a donation directly to the Bay Area Rescue Mission to support their tireless work to provide shelter, food, and support to individuals facing homelessness and hunger in our community. Please don’t forget to include the Bay Area Rescue Mission on your Christmas gift list.

Read More >>

NEW REALTOR® OPTIMIZED LAPTOPS
FOR SALE

The CE Shop Discount Code

Online Continuing Education

Paragon MLS Update:
Agent “Related/Ownership” Fields

Beginning January 18th, the “Agent Related to Principle” and “Agent has Ownership” feature lookups will transition into dedicated fields within the listing input, and will be displayed on the 2-Page Agent Report.

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

CCAR ANNUAL SPONSORS

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Weekly Jolt – 120523

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     DEC. 5, 2023
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Top News

•  You’re Invited: 2024 Inaugural Tickets on Sale Now!
•  Give to Bay Area Rescue Mission
•  Visit Fairhaven for Hands-on Fair Housing Training
•  Hercules Office Temporarily Closed
•  WCR 2024 Board Installation – Dec. 8
•  Save the Dates: 2023 Holiday Events

Upcoming Education

FEATURED:
Start the New Year Right By Using Wise Agent CRM

Wed., Dec. 13  |  10:00am – 11:00am     

C.A.R.: Lending & Down Payment Secrets Your Clients Need to Know
Wed., Dec. 6  |  10:00am – 12:30pm

C.A.R.: Navigating Wildfire Risks – Wildfire Disclosure Report PART 2
Wed., Dec. 6  |  10:00am – 11:00am

1031 Exchange Basics
Thu., Dec. 7  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Advanced zipForm Features
Thu., Dec. 7  |  10:00am – 11:00am         

Accurate Property Pricing with RPR’s CMA Tools
Thu., Dec. 7  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

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

Supra eKEY Basics
Tue., Dec. 12  |  8:30am – 9:30am

Sign zipForm Documents Electronically
Tue., Dec. 12  |  11:00am – 12:00pm       

Intro to RPR – CMA Reports and More
Tue., Dec. 12  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm            

Start the New Year Right By Using Wise Agent CRM
Wed., Dec. 13  |  10:00am – 11:00am     

The Calif. Residential Purchase Agreement
Wed., Dec. 13  |  10:00am – 1:00pm       

Cultivating Connections that Convert
Wed., Dec. 13  |  11:00am – 12:00pm     

Getting to Know Paragon MLS
Wed., Dec. 13  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm          

AI-Powered Real Estate: Strategies for Success
Thu., Dec. 14  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Sending Auto Email Notifications to Clients
Thu., Dec. 14  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm           

CA REALTORS®: Tax Solutions to Keep More of Your Money
Fri., Dec. 15  |  9:30am – 12:00pm           

License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., Dec. 15  |  9:30am – 12:30pm           

Online Continuing Education

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

MLS Updates

•  Paragon Update: Agent Related/Ownership Fields
•  Take the MLS Survey For a Chance to Win $200
•  New In-Stock Laptops for Sale


+ CCAR CALENDAR

+ PAY MEMBER DUES

HERCULES OFFICE TEMPORARILY CLOSED

Due to a heating issue, the CCAR Hercules office is temporarily closed. For in-office support, visit our Walnut Creek Office and our Member Services team will be more than happy to assist you. We thank you for your patience as we work to rectify this issue. We will post updates as soon as possible.

WCR 2024 BOARD INSTALLATION – Dec. 8 

Fri., Dec. 8  |  11:30am  |  Martinez Gun Club
Join WCR in thanking their 2023 board members for their outstanding service and to usher in the new era with our 2024 leadership:
   • President: Vivien Miller
   • Vice President: Nicole Davico
   • Treasurer: Tami Afdahl
   • Membership: Jeannie Anderson
   • Events: Quynitta McDade
REGISTER HERE >>

Save the Dates: 2023 Holiday Events

CCRIM: Channel the Flannel
Tue., Dec. 12  |  8:00 – 10:00am
View the Flyer  |  Buy Tickets

RMA: Holiday Party
Thu., Dec. 14  |  8:00 – 10:30am

“The Best is Yet to Come” – RSVP by Dec. 20:
Annual Inaugural Dinner & Dance – Jan. 13

Experience an evening filled with elegance and achievement at the Blackhawk Auto Museum on Saturday, January 13th for our annual Inaugural Dinner, Dance, and Award Celebration.

This festive event, themed “The Best is Yet to Come,” acknowledges that 2024 will undoubtedly pose challenges in the real estate industry. However, with leadership’s guidance, navigating these challenges will not only be a testament to our resilience, but also serve as steppingstones toward unlocking even greater opportunities and possibilities.

Please join us in honoring Incoming President Tyra Wright and the 2024 Board of Directors, as well as the presentation of awards for outstanding achievements in Community Service, REALTOR® excellence, Affiliate contributions, and Emeritus Member of the Year. Reserve your tickets today and be a part of our celebration of success and camaraderie.

Purchase Tickets >>
Sponsorship Opportunities >>

Give to Bay Area Rescue Mission

For over 25 years, your generous Christmas contributions have made a meaningful impact on local families through the Christmas CanTree Event and the Bay Area Rescue Mission. Regrettably, despite our best efforts, the Christmas CanTree had to be canceled this year due to ticket sales not meeting the anticipated levels necessary to host the event successfully.

Instead, we invite you to make a donation directly to the Bay Area Rescue Mission to support their tireless work to provide shelter, food, and support to individuals facing homelessness and hunger in our community. Please don’t forget to include the Bay Area Rescue Mission on your Christmas gift list.

Read More >>
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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.

Read More >>

CCAR MLS USERS- TAKE THE 2024 SURVEY FOR A CHANCE TO Win $200!

Your input is extremely valuable- help us further improve the MLS, and earn a chance to win a $200 Visa gift card! Just answer a few brief questions in our new survey, and we´ll enter you into the drawing. It will take less than 3 minutes of your time. It´s that fast and easy! Survey closes at 5pm on Dec. 8th.
TAKE THE SURVEY >>

NEW REALTOR® OPTIMIZED LAPTOPS
FOR SALE

Paragon MLS Update:
Agent “Related/Ownership” Fields

Starting January 18th, the “Agent Related to Principle” and “Agent has Ownership” feature lookups will transition into dedicated fields within the listing input, and will be displayed on the 2-Page Agent Report.

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

CCAR ANNUAL SPONSORS

LeadHax logo/link

Weekly Jolt – 111423

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     NOV 14, 2023
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Top News

•  40th Annual Christmas CanTree – Nov. 30
•  Navigating Current Trends and Challenges – Nov. 29
•  You’re Invited: 2024 Inaugural Tickets on Sale Now!
•  CCAR Member Dues Billing – Beginning Nov. 15
•  West County Marketing Meeting – Nov. 16
•  Holiday Cooking with C.A.R. – Nov. 28
•  Save the Dates: 2023 Holiday Events
•  Register to Vote

Upcoming Education

SupraWEB Agent Reports, Notifications and More
Wed., Nov. 15  |  8:00am – 9:00am          

The CA Residential Purchase Agreement (RPA)
Wed., Nov. 15  |  10:00am – 1:00pm       

The Importance of Client Reviews
Wed., Nov. 15  |  10:30am – 11:30am     

Powerful Prospecting with RPR®
Wed., Nov. 15  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Buyers Agent: Sending Auto Email Notifications (Collab Center)
Wed., Nov. 15  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm          

SupraWEB Agent Reports, Notifications and More
Wed., Nov. 15  |  8:00am – 9:00am          

The CA Residential Purchase Agreement (RPA)
Wed., Nov. 15  |  10:00am – 1:00pm       

The Importance of Client Reviews
Wed., Nov. 15  |  10:30am – 11:30am     

Powerful Prospecting with RPR®
Wed., Nov. 15  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Buyers Agent: Sending Auto Email Notifications (Collab Center)
Wed., Nov. 15  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm          

Connect with Leads & Grow Your Business with New Builds
Thu., Nov. 16  |  8:30am – 9:30am

Selling Commercial R.E. with RPR®
Thu., Nov. 16  |  9:00am – 10:00am         

Intro to zipForm Edition (Lone Wolf Transactions)
Thu., Nov. 16  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm           

Learn How Client Reviews can Grow Your Business
Thu., Nov. 16  |  2:00pm – 3:00pm           

Supra Single-Access for Non-Members
Fri., Nov. 17  |  8:30am – 9:30am

License Renewal Crash Course (REVEI)
Fri., Nov. 17  |  9:30am – 12:30pm           

Weekly WomanUP!® Live
Fri., Nov. 17  |  2:00pm – 3:00pm

Stay On Top of Your Transactions – Checklists in zipForm
Mon., Nov. 20  |  9:00am – 9:45am          

More Sales, Less Effort, Guaranteed!
Tue., Nov. 21  |  8:30am – 9:30am            

Easy to Use AI Tools – RPR Writes, You Share
Tue., Nov. 21  |  11:00am – 11:45am

CMA Reports and More with Cloud CMA
Tue., Nov. 21  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm            

Grow Your R.E. Business with 1031 Exchanges
Wed., Nov. 22  |  2:00pm – 3:00pm


Online Continuing Education

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

MLS Updates

•  MLS Rule Change – Dec. 1 
•  Paragon Update: Agent Related/Ownership Fields
•  New In-Stock Laptops for Sale


+ CCAR CALENDAR

CCAR MEMBER DUES BILLING coming Nov. 15 – keep an eye on your inbox.

WEST COUNTY MARKETING MEETING
AT CCAR HERCULES OFFICE – NOV. 16

Thu., Nov 16  |  8:45am – 10:00am
Join us this Thursday at the CCAR Hercules Office (Ste. 265) to hear from the San Pablo Police Department. The West County Marketing Meeting is free to attend and includes a light breakfast and beverages.

Holiday Cooking with C.A.R. – Nov. 28

Tue., Nov 28  |  5:00pm – 7:00pm
Join C.A.R. Officers as they craft their favorite holiday dishes and mix up festive holiday drinks. The private, interactive cooking classes will provide face-to-face time to interact with C.A.R. Officers and your team as you ask questions, share stories, and create lasting memories. Proceeds contribute to the Pathway to Homeownership Closing Cost Assistance Grant Program.
REGISTER HERE >>

Save the Dates: 2023 Holiday Events

40th Annual Christmas CanTree Holiday Buffet
Thu., Nov. 30  |  5:30pm – 10:00pm
View the Flyer  |  Buy Tickets

14th Annual Coats & Cocktails
Fri., Dec. 1  |  5:00pm – 10:00pm
View the Flyer

CCRIM: Channel the Flannel
Tue., Dec. 12  |  8:00 – 10:00am
View the Flyer  |  Buy Tickets

RMA: Holiday Party
Thu., Dec. 14  |  8:00 – 10:30am

40 Years of Member Generosity: Join Us for CCAR’s Christmas CanTree Buffet, a Feast of Joy and Giving!

Celebrate the season with joy and generosity at CCAR’s 40th Annual Christmas CanTree Buffet on Thu., Nov. 30 at the Richmond Country Club—an enchanting tradition that not only promises festive fun but also makes a meaningful impact for the Bay Area Rescue Mission!

Indulge in the holiday spirit with a delicious prime rib buffet and delectable cake auction. Cheers to the season with friends and colleagues at the no-host bar, creating an atmosphere of warmth and camaraderie. This lively setting includes raffles and an auction boasting fabulous prizes- providing the perfect start to your holiday shopping, with the chance to win incredible gifts!

All proceeds go directly to supporting the Bay Area Rescue Mission- aiding men, women, and children in our community by providing shelter, meals, and transformative programs with the goal to end homelessness.

Purchase Tickets >>
Sponsorship Opportunities >>

YPN Lunch & Learn: Navigating the Market Post-NAR Settlement – Oct. 3

Join CCAR YPN on Oct. 3 from noon – 2:30pm at the Lafayette Library: Don Tatzin Community Hall for an insightful YPN Lunch & Learn where a fantastic panel of real estate industry experts will discuss the current changes and challenges in the market post-NAR settlement.

Topics Include: Updates to C.A.R. forms, Strategies to educate and engage your clients, Navigating today’s evolving real estate landscape, and more!

This is a great opportunity to network, pick up valuable tips, and enjoy a delicious lunch! Be sure to bring your appetite—and your questions

PURCHASE TICKETS >>

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You’re Invited! 2025 Inaugural – Sat., Jan. 11th Tickets on Sale Now!

Join us for an unforgettable evening at our annual Inaugural Dinner and Award Celebration, themed “Radiating Real Estate Excellence.”

This special event will honor our exceptional award recipients, celebrate the installation of 2025 President Zina Hall and the Board of Directors, and bring our community together for an evening of delicious food, lively camaraderie, and plenty of dancing.

Come dressed to impress and ready to shine as we toast to the accomplishments of the past year and look forward to the bright future ahead. Let’s celebrate the power of our community and our shared commitment to real estate excellence.

PURCHASE TICKETS >>

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Paragon MLS Change – Agent “Related/Ownership” Fields

On December 4th, the feature lookups “Agent Related to Principle” & “Agent has Ownership” will be removed from the “Feature” sections and will become unique fields in listing input as well as displayed on the 2-Page Agent Report.

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

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

NEW REALTOR® OPTIMIZED LAPTOPS
FOR SALE

MLS Rules Change (7.12 Unilateral Contractual Offer; Sub-agency Optional) – Dec. 1

On December 1st, the below MLS Rules & Regulation changes will go into effect. 
 

7.12 Unilateral Contractual Offer; Sub-agency Optional. In filing a property with the MLS, the broker participant makes a blanket unilateral contractual offer of compensation to the other MLS broker participants for their services in selling the property. Except as set forth in Rule 7.15 below a broker participant must specify some compensation to be paid to either a buyer’s agent or a subagent and the offer of compensation must be stated in one, or a combination of, the following forms (1) a percentage of the gross selling price; or (2) a definite dollar amount of zero or greater. The amount of compensation offered through the MLS may not contain any provision that varies the amount of compensation offered based on conditions precedent or subsequent or on any performance, activity or event. In the event there are any service fees or administrative…

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WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     NOV 7, 2023
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Top News

•  You’re Invited: 2024 Inaugural Tickets on Sale Now!
•  Navigating Current Trends and Challenges – Nov. 29

•  40th Annual Christmas CanTree – Nov. 30
•  NAR Litigation Update: Live C.A.R. Attorney QA
•  Free Buyer Representation Forms Online Course
•  Save the Dates: 2023 Holiday Events
•  Register to Vote

Upcoming Education

FEATURED: C.A.R. Legal: New Laws for 2024
Tue., Nov. 14  |  1:30pm – 2:30pm    

Accurate Property Pricing with RPR’s CMA Tools
Wed., Nov. 8  |  9:00am – 10:00am

C.A.R.: Transact More to Make 2024 your Best Year Yet
Wed., Nov. 8  |  10:00am – 11:00am

NAR: Financial Considerations for Rental & Investment Properties
Wed., Nov. 8  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Help Your Buyers & Gain Clients with New Builds
Wed., Nov. 8  |  12:00pm – 1:00pm

Rental Transactions in zipForm
Thu., Nov. 9  |  9:00am – 10:00am            

NAR Litigation Update – C.A.R. Attorneys Answer Your Questions
Thu., Nov. 9  |  10:00am – 11:00am         

Tax Moves to Slash Your Taxes
Thu., Nov. 9  |  10:00am – 11:00am         

Getting to Know Paragon MLS
Thu., Nov. 9  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm              

NAR Litigation Update – C.A.R. Attorneys Answer Your Questions
Fri., Nov. 10  |  10:00am – 11:00am         

Weekly WomanUP!® Live
Fri., Nov. 10  |  2:00pm – 3:00pm              

Improve Your SEO Scores to Get Found
Mon., Nov. 13  |  11:00am – 12:00pm     

Supra eKEY Basics
Tue., Nov. 14  |  8:30am – 9:30am            

AI-Powered Real Estate: Strategies for Success
Tue., Nov. 14  |  10:00am – 11:00am       

C.A.R. Legal: New Laws for 2024
Tue., Nov. 14  |  1:30pm – 2:30pm            

SupraWEB Agent Reports, Notifications and More
Wed., Nov. 15  |  8:00am – 9:00am          

The CA Residential Purchase Agreement (RPA)
Wed., Nov. 15  |  10:00am – 1:00pm       

The Importance of Client Reviews
Wed., Nov. 15  |  10:30am – 11:30am     

Powerful Prospecting with RPR®
Wed., Nov. 15  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Buyers Agent: Sending Auto Email Notifications (Collab Center)
Wed., Nov. 15  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm          

Intro to zipForm Edition (Lone Wolf Transactions)
Thu., Nov. 16  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm


Online Continuing Education

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

MLS Updates

•  MLS Rule Change – Dec. 1 
•  Paragon Update: Agent Related/Ownership Fields
•  New In-Stock Laptops for Sale


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NAR Litigation Update:
Live C.A.R. Attorney Q&A

Thu., Nov 9: 10:00 – 11:00am  |  Fri., Nov. 10: 10:00 – 11:00am
C.A.R.’s legal team will provide clarity on the Burnett v. NAR et al case– what you need to know about the verdict, its potential effect on the real estate industry and how it may impact your business and consumers.

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FREE Buyer Representation Forms Online Course 

Learn about the C.A.R. buyer representation forms and find out how you can incorporate them into your business, overcome objections that you may encounter, and strengthen your relationship with buyers. C.A.R. is making this online course FREE if you register by Dec. 31, 2023 and you will have up to 1 year from the date of registration to access and complete the course.

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Save the Dates: 2023 Holiday Events

40th Annual Christmas CanTree Holiday Buffet
Thu., Nov. 30  |  5:30pm – 10:00pm
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14th Annual Coats & Cocktails
Fri., Dec. 1  |  5:00pm – 10:00pm
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CCRIM: Channel the Flannel
Tue., Dec. 12  |  8:00 – 10:00am
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RMA: Holiday Party
Thu., Dec. 14  |  8:00 – 10:30am

You’re Invited! 2024 Inaugural – Sat., Jan. 13th
Tickets on Sale Now! 

Delight in a night of elegance and achievement at the Blackhawk Auto Museum on Saturday, January 13th for our annual Inaugural Dinner, Dance, and Award Celebration.

This festive event, themed “The Best is Yet to Come,” acknowledges that 2024 will undoubtedly pose challenges in the real estate industry. However, with leadership’s guidance, navigating these challenges will not only be a testament to our resilience, but also serve as steppingstones toward unlocking even greater opportunities and possibilities.

Please join us in honoring Incoming President Tyra Wright and the 2024 Board of Directors, as well as the presentation of awards for outstanding achievements in Community Service, REALTOR® excellence, Affiliate contributions, and Emeritus Member of the Year. Reserve your tickets today and be a part of our celebration of success and camaraderie.

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YPN Lunch & Learn: Navigating the Market Post-NAR Settlement – Oct. 3

Join CCAR YPN on Oct. 3 from noon – 2:30pm at the Lafayette Library: Don Tatzin Community Hall for an insightful YPN Lunch & Learn where a fantastic panel of real estate industry experts will discuss the current changes and challenges in the market post-NAR settlement.

Topics Include: Updates to C.A.R. forms, Strategies to educate and engage your clients, Navigating today’s evolving real estate landscape, and more!

This is a great opportunity to network, pick up valuable tips, and enjoy a delicious lunch! Be sure to bring your appetite—and your questions

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Kick Off the Holidays with CCAR’s Christmas CanTree Buffet!

Join us in celebrating the holiday season with joy and generosity at the Christmas CanTree Buffet on Thu., Nov. 14 at the Richmond Country Club—a tradition that makes a meaningful impact for the Bay Area Rescue Mission!

Enjoy a delicious prime rib buffet, cake auction, no-host bar, as well as fabulous raffle and auction prizes to kickstart your holiday shopping! Reserve a table of 10 or donate raffle and auction items to help make a lasting impact. All proceeds go directly to supporting the Bay Area Rescue Mission. Your contribution aids homeless individuals—men, women, and children—in our community by providing shelter, meals, and transformative programs aimed at ending homelessness.

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Paragon MLS Change – Agent “Related/Ownership” Fields

On December 4th, the feature lookups “Agent Related to Principle” & “Agent has Ownership” will be removed from the “Feature” sections and will become unique fields in listing input as well as displayed on the 2-Page Agent Report.

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

In California, the deadline to register to vote for any election is 15 days before Election Day, so please register early!
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MLS Rules Change (7.12 Unilateral Contractual Offer; Sub-agency Optional) – Dec. 1

On December 1st, the below MLS Rules & Regulation changes will go into effect. 
 

7.12 Unilateral Contractual Offer; Sub-agency Optional. In filing a property with the MLS, the broker participant makes a blanket unilateral contractual offer of compensation to the other MLS broker participants for their services in selling the property. Except as set forth in Rule 7.15 below a broker participant must specify some compensation to be paid to either a buyer’s agent or a subagent and the offer of compensation must be stated in one, or a combination of, the following forms (1) a percentage of the gross selling price; or (2) a definite dollar amount of zero or greater. The amount of compensation offered through the MLS may not contain any provision that varies the amount of compensation offered based on conditions precedent or subsequent or on any performance, activity or event. In the event there are any service fees or administrative…

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