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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.) 

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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 >>

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Apply for 2025 Pro Standards & Grievance Committee

Apply now if you are interested and qualify for serving on the 2025 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, 2024.

For more information contact Gail Hargis at [email protected].

VIEW APPLICATION >>

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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…
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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.

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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 – Oct. 17

CCAR REALTOR® Members: Join us for an evening of appetizers, drinks, raffles, and fun at Lafayette Library’s Don Tatzin Community Hall on Oct. 17, from 5pm – 7pm! Discover the wide range of services offered by local industry partners while supporting two amazing causes—the CCAR Scholarship Foundation and CCAR Helping Hands.

CCAR Affiliates: The Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire offers a fantastic opportunity to showcase your business to CCAR REALTORS®. Think of it as a trade show, but more fun– and it’s all for a great cause!

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

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 >>

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

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Weekly Jolt – 090523

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     SEP. 5, 2023
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•  Save the Date: Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire – Sep. 26
•  REALTOR® Safety Day Live Stream Event – Sep. 7
•  Risk Management Seminar – Sep. 27
•  B Walker Ranch BBQ Bash Hoedown – Sep. 8
•  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. 

REALTOR® Safety Day Live Stream
Thu., Sep. 7  |  10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Getting to Know Paragon MLS
Thu., Sep. 7  |  2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Online Continuing Education

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

+ CCAR CALENDAR

B Walker ranch – BBQ BASH HOEDOWN – THIS FRI., Sep. 8 

READ MORE & REGISTER >>

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, to stay ahead in your business!
READ MORE & REGISTER >>

WCR – FASHION SHOW GALA – OCT. 29

READ MORE & REGISTER >>

Save the Date: 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…

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 >>

REALTOR® Safety Day Live Stream Event – This Fri.

September is REALTOR® Safety Month—a perfect time to reassess and prioritize your safety protocols. The real estate profession comes with unique risks, and being prepared is crucial.

We invite you to join us virtually on REALTOR® Safety Day, Sep. 13, from 10am – noon, where you will gain key insights into enhancing your security and safety measures. This event will cover critical topics, from preventing cyberattacks to responding to active shooter situations, and will include the powerful story of Beverly Carter, whose tragic loss has deeply impacted our community.

We’re encouraging office watch parties of this important event, to cultivate safer work practices for all. Your participation can make a significant difference!

Read More >>
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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 >>

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

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C.A.R.’s REALTOR® RealTalk

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A lot goes into buying and selling a home, and who knows that better than a REALTOR®? While every home is different, some things are always true. As a REALTOR®, you’re the expert, and to help demonstrate that, C.A.R. has created some simple buying, selling, and staging dos and don’ts for you to share. Check them out, personalize one of theirs, or even customize one of your own.

CREATE YOUR OWN

PERSONALIZE A C.A.R. TEMPLATE
WRITE YOUR OWN RECOMMENDATION

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Weekly Jolt – 082923

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     AUG. 29, 2023
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CCAR WILL BE CLOSED MON., SEP. 4
IN OBSERVANCE OF LABOR DAY.

•  REALTOR® Safety Day Live Stream Event – Sep. 7
•  C.A.R. REimagine! Expo – Sep. 19-21
•  C.A.R.’s REALTOR® RealTalk
•  Bowling for the American Dream Winners
•  B Walker Ranch BBQ Bash Hoedown – Sep. 8
•  Save the Date: Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire – Sep. 26
•  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. 

The Referral Coefficient – Marketing Roadmap to Reap Deals with Jason Pantana
Wed., Aug. 30  |  9:00 – 10:00am

Creating the Perfect AI Prompt
Wed., Aug. 30  |  1:00 – 2:00 pm

Help Your Buyers & Gain More Clients with New Builds
Thu., Aug. 31  |  8:30 – 9:30am  

Maximize Your Online Profile: RateMyAgent Onboarding Webinar
Thu., Aug. 31  |  9:00 – 9:45am

Grow Your Business with Homes.com (formerly Homesnap)
Thu., Aug. 31  |   11:00 – 11:30am

Wise Agent CRM Overview & Demo
Fri., Sep. 1  |  9:00 – 9:45am

Buyer’s Agent Features in Paragon Connect
Fri., Sep. 1  |  11:00 – 11:30am

The NEW CA Residential Purchase Agreement
Tue., Sep. 5  |  10:00 am to 1:00 pm

zipForm Edition Basics
Tue., Sep. 5  |  10:00 – 11:00am

Creating Time-Saving Templates in zipForm
Tue., Sep. 5  |  12:00 – 1:00pm

REALTOR® Safety Day Live Stream
Thu., Sep. 7  |  10:00 am – 12:00 pm

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

•  MLS “Area” Field Change Notice – Nov. 16
•  Postponed: 2023 MLS Survey
•  New In-Stock Laptops for Sale
•  Turning Reviews into New Listings

+ CCAR CALENDAR

CONGRATULATIONS BOWLING FOR THE AMERICAN DREAM WINNERS!

1st Place: Stokely Team – Joseph Stokely, Adrian Ramirez, Blake Demale, and Melissa Lucchese

2nd Place: BHHS Drysdale Properties – Wendy Moore, Caryn Azevedo, Gretchen Pearson, and Dan Pearson

3rd Place: “No Name” Lane 9 Team – Lloyd Steere, Christine Sinclaire, Curtis Fleming, and Anna Ruotolo

Best Individual Score: Lloyd Steere with a score of 192

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B Walker ranch – BBQ BASH HOEDOWN – Sep. 8 

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Save the date: Oktoberfest
Affiliate Faire – Sep. 26

Registration and Sponsorships coming soon.

REALTOR® Safety Day Live Stream Event – Sep. 7

As a real estate professional, the challenges of ensuring the safety of yourself, your business, and your clients are ever present and continually evolving. 

Join us for RE Events’ REALTOR® Safety Day next Thursday, September 7 from 10:00am – 12:00pm! This live stream event features industry experts and leaders who will provide you with insights and proactive safety measures you can learn from and implement right away.

We’re encouraging office watch parties of this important event, to cultivate safer work practices for all. Your participation can make a significant difference!

You will learn:
• Personal Safety and Active Shooter Awareness
      Val Valenzuela, Founder and Lead Instructor –
      Spent Brass Training Solutions, Inc. 
• Cyber Security
      Josh Sharfman, CTO – C.A.R.
• REALTOR® Awareness
      James Baiseri, Broker & Sarah Jimnez, REALTOR®
• and much more

READ MORE & REGISTER >>

C.A.R. REimagine! Conference and 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, to stay ahead in your business!

Learn valuable and essential information for your business from CEOs, VPs, thought leaders, subject matter experts and top producers. Whether you’re a new agent or an industry veteran, you’ll walk away with actionable takeaways, new perspectives and a wealth of information.

REGISTER >>

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POSTPONED: 2023 MLS Survey

You will soon have the opportunity to provide feedback regarding the MLS you use every day! Keep an eye out for updates and when to check your email for a link to the survey. 

Online Continuing Education

TURNING REVIEWS INTO NEW LISTINGS: Using reviews in marketing & Sales

By RateMyAgent

Never underestimate the power of a positive client review. They aren’t just testimonials; client reviews are powerful tools that can help you generate new leads and grow your business.
START A 14 DAY FREE TRIAL >>

WCR – FASHION SHOW GALA – OCT. 29

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

Effective November 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 Active Saved Searches that currently use the “AREA” field. You can use the following alternative fields instead: “Map Search,” “City,” or “Zip Code.” By making these updates before November 6th, you will prevent your clients from being bombarded with emails due to the change.

Will the AREA field still be required while entering a listing?
No, this field will no longer be required for listing entry.

What alternative fields can you use?
1. Map Search
2. City
3. Zip Code

Why are we making this change?
The decision to update the “AREA” field was driven by several factors:

1. Data Compatibility: As we integrate data from various MLSs into Paragon, we face challenges in maintaining a one-to-one match with each MLS’s “AREA” definitions. Different MLSs may use different terms such as District, Neighborhood, or Subdivision for their “AREA” field.

2. Outdated Field Design: The “AREA” field and its locations were created almost two decades ago, and we recognize that it no longer aligns with current best practices and user expectations.

3. Ease of Use: Some agents reported encountering error messages when using the “AREA” field due to a lack of familiarity with it.

Why do I still see the AREA field in the MLS?
Although we understand that you might still see the “AREA” field within Paragon, please be assured that the only available value will be “Listing.” We acknowledge this limitation and have already requested our MLS Vendor to remove the field entirely in future enhancements.

Unique Areas:
For those unique “Area’s” such as Blackhawk, Rossmoor, Hayward Hills, etc.. You can leverage the “Zip Code” field for all but Rossmoor. For those agents who specialize in Rossmoor we have created a “Map Layer” solution for your searching needs. To utilize the “Map Layer”, open the map and click on “Open Map Layer Panel” icon and check the box for “ROSSMOOR – WALNUT CREEK” then run search or add to criteria.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding during this transition. By embracing these changes, we can enhance the efficiency and accuracy of our MLS system, benefiting all members.

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