• Begin Your ABR® Designation FREE – Save $295!
• YPN’s Solo Agent vs. Team Panel Discussion –
Tomorrow
• Apply Now for CCAR Scholarship Opportunities
• WCR: Mastering Mindset & Marketing in RE – Mar. 1
• Concord City Council Meeting – Mar. 5
Tax-Reduction Strategies : Keep More of Your Money in 2024
Wed., Feb. 28 | 10:00am – 12:30pm
Show & Sell New Homes: Best Practices for Working with Builders
Thu., Feb. 29 | 8:30am – 9:30am
License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., Mar. 1 | 9:30am – 12:00pm
Cloud CMA: How to Create a CMA
Fri., Mar. 1 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Branding: How to Create a Memorable Real Estate Brand
Mon., Mar. 4 | 10:00am – 11:00am
zipForm Basics – Navigating Lone Wolf Transactions
Tue., Mar. 5 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Serving Clients with Targeted Property & Market Research
Wed., Mar. 6 | 9:00am – 10:00am
Last Minute Tax Fix
Wed., Mar. 6 | 9:00am – 10:00am
1031 Exchange Basics
Thu., Mar. 7 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Paragon: Getting to Know Paragon MLS
Thu., Mar. 7 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Visit the CCAR Calendar to view/register for additional online training opportunities.
WCR: Mastering Mindset & Marketing in Real Estate – this Fri., Mar. 1
Concord City Council Meeting
Rent Stabilization and Just Cause for Eviction
Ordinance – Final Vote
Next Tue., Mar. 5 at 6:30pm, the Concord City Council is scheduled to take a final vote on the draft Rent Stabilization and Just Cause for Eviction Ordinances.
The City Council voted 4-1 to introduce the draft ordinances on Tue., Feb. 13, 2024, which include a rent cap of 3% or 60% of CPI (whichever is lower), rent rollback to Apr. 4, 2023, and relocation assistance for all rentals (including single-family homes). This item is expected to be on consent, but you can still email the City Council your opinion at:
– Edi Birsan, Mayor:
[email protected]
– Carlyn Obringer, Vice Mayor:
[email protected]
– Dominic Aliano, Councilmember:
[email protected]
– Laura Hoffmeister, Councilmember:
[email protected]
– Laura Nakamura, Councilmember:
[email protected]
– City Clerk:
[email protected]
Begin Earning Your Accredited Buyer’s Representative Designation (ABR®) FREE – A $295 Savings!
It’s critical that buyers have access to professional representation during one of the biggest investments of their lives. Through the National Association of REALTOR®’s partnership with the Center for REALTOR® Development, every member can take advantage of this FREE offer to enhance your ability to articulate and demonstrate your value to buyer clients.
The ABR® course is the first step toward earning the ABR® designation and focuses on the key information and skills agents need today when working with buyers, including how to:
- Walk buyers through written buyer representation agreements.
- Advocate for their clients’ best interests throughout the transaction.
- Articulate their value to the buyer client.
- Work with data to complete insightful market analyses.
- Explain the range of financing options available to clients.
- Stay on top of emerging trends.
- Build relationships that carry beyond the closing.
Classes are filling up quick, secure your spot today!
Read More and Register >>
Solo Agent vs. Team Panel – Tomorrow, Feb. 28
Join CCAR YPN on Wed., Feb. 28th from 3:00 – 6:00pm in the Don Tatzin Community Hall of the Lafayette Library for an engaging real estate panel. YPN’s seasoned real estate experts are geared up to tackle the burning question: “Should I work as a solo agent or would joining a team be better?”
Learn the pros and cons of both paths: from the freedom and flexibility of solo ventures to the camaraderie and support of team dynamics, they’ll delve deep into what truly sets each option apart.
Ticket includes access to speakers, appetizers, and two drink tokens.
CCAR Scholarships – Apply by Mar. 31
The CCAR Scholarship Foundation provides scholarship awards of up to $10,000 to qualified students residing in Contra Costa County. Their commitment to support higher education is the heart of the Foundation’s desire to make a difference!
Candidates may be either high school seniors, trade school, undergraduate or graduate students. All applicants must strictly comply with the application process and fully meet the Foundation’s requirements.
Completed applications must be submitted by March 31, 2024.
Your Input Matters: Participate in C.A.R.’s DEI Survey and Focus Group
Your perspective is invaluable. C.A.R. is inviting you to participate in a DEI survey which aims to capture a broad spectrum of viewpoints, encompassing demographics, member types, geographic regions, and leadership levels. Your input will help C.A.R. gain a comprehensive understanding of how they can enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion within our associations.
Take the Survey>>
C.A.R recognizes that some members may have questions or reservations about the significance of DEI initiatives. To address these concerns directly, they have partnered with Sage Consulting to conduct a focus group on March 7 from 4:30-5:30pm, specifically tailored for members who may feel hesitant or disagree about DEI efforts. The focus group is open to all members and your participation will be kept entirely confidential. For more information contact [email protected].
RE OPTIMIZED LAPTOPS FOR SALE
Legal Quick Guide: Are Agents Independent Contractors or Employees? New Regulations: Effective March 11, 2024
Under California law, as clarified in 2020 in Assembly Bill 5, a real estate licensee is an independent contractor if:
– The individual has a real estate license
– Compensation is based on output rather than hours worked
– A written contract between the individual licensee and broker provides the individual will
not be treated as an employee for real estate services rendered.
However, now, the individual’s status is less clear because the US Department of Labor has issued new regulations under the Federal Labor Standards Act…
CCAR ANNUAL SPONSORS
Past West Contra Costa Association of REALTORS® President (1987), William “Bill” Frank, 76, died peacefully in Rancho Mirage on January 24 with his wife, Carol, and daughters at his side. A Celebration of Life will be held on March 2 at 2pm at Fern Cottage, Kennedy Grove Regional Park in El Sobrante. 
Platinum Partner, NAR Corporate Ally Program
CCAR is proud to be a RESO Platinum Certified MLS, the highest level of certification available.
