• Showing Etiquette and Professionalism
• CCAR Election Begins Next Monday
• Electronic Resources at Your Fingertips
• Congrats Golf Winners!
• C.A.R. WomanUP! Conference – June 13-14
• Learn the Importance of RAF
Maximize Income by Offering Property Management
Wed., May 31 | 10:00 – 11:00am
How to Input & Maintain Your Listing
Wed., May 31 | 2:00 – 4:00pm
New Home Source Pro Basics: Gain More Clients with New Builds
Thu., June 1 | 8:30am – 9:30am
Advanced zipForm Features
Thu., June 1 | 10:00 – 11:00am
Supra Single-Access for Non-Members
Fri., June 2 | 8:30 – 9:30am
License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., June 2 | 9:30am – 12:30pm
Wise Agent CRM Overview & Demo
Tue., June 6 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Sending Auto-Notifications using Collaboration Center
Tue., June 6 | 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Track the Market with RPR Housing Data
Wed., June 7 | 9:00am – 10:00am
NAR’s Real Estate Investment Summit
Wed., June 7 | 11:00am – 1:00pm
Show & Sell New Homes: Best Practices for Working with Builders
Wed., June 7 | 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Market Stats for Social Media
Thu., June 8 | 11:00am – 12:00pm
Visit the CCAR Calendar to view/register for additional online training opportunities.
Congrats GOLF WINNERS!
Thank you 3 Eye Media for sharing your video with us!
Men’s Flight: Colby Swearigin, Josh Kelley, Mil Smith, Jerry Benoit -17 Under Par
Mixed Flight: Jason Catalano, John Fondnazio, Andy Geckler, Lisa Martinez – 19 Under Par
Closest to the Pin Men #7: Matt Jacobs – 4’7”
Long Drive Men #4: Josh Kelley
Long Drive Women #4: Keri O’Reilly
Putting Contest: Josh Kelley
LEARN THE IMPORTANCE OF
THE REALTOR® ACTION FUND
Showing Etiquette and Professionalism
The rules for in-person etiquette have changed, and it’s important to observe those changes to position yourself as a professional who cares. As the real estate market picks up this summer, expect an increase in showings, and being courteous to the seller and listing agent is important. Remember, showing a home is a privilege, not a right.
15 Common Courtesies to follow during showings:
- TIME LIMIT – Be respectful of the time you scheduled for a showing. If the property is occupied, the owner may be on their way home. There may also be other agents waiting to see the home after you.
- PETS – Do not let a dog or cat out of the home while you are opening a door. Assume all homes have a pet that could run out at any time.
- KNOCK FIRST – Prior to opening a lockbox, always ring the doorbell. The seller may be home and you could startle them by entering unannounced. You should also announce yourself, “REALTOR!” when you walk through the door.
- STAY OFF THE GRASS – Avoid cutting across the grass to get to the front door, always use the walkway.
- KEEP YOUR HANDS TO YOURSELF – Never adjust the air conditioning or heat in a home. By adjusting or tweaking a system, you may be launching a problem that you were unaware of, such as a leaky cooling unit.
Vision. Service. Leadership. Meet the 2026 Board Candidates
Get ready for the 2025 CCAR Board of Directors election next Monday! Take a few minutes to review the candidate statements and familiarize yourself with your fellow members seeking service on the Board.
This election will determine the 2025 President-Elect, Treasurer, and four Directors-At-Large. To validate the election, we need at least 576 members, 15% of the total CCAR REALTOR® Membership as of the May 10 election record date, to cast their votes. Your vote matters!
Personalized Voting Links will be emailed to CCAR REALTOR® members Monday Morning at 9am.
Code of Ethics Violators
In an effort to make ethics violations and the disciplinary process more transparent, C.A.R. is publishing the names of members who are found in violation of the Code of Ethics as well as summaries of the members’ unethical behavior.
Member publication is triggered only if the discipline imposed is a reprimand, fine, suspension or expulsion – anything other than a letter of warning or stand-alone education. The information will be published on the members-only section of car.org.
Past decisions of ethics…
MLS UPDATE:
New In-Stock Laptops For Sale
…or Upgrade to a Solid State Drive
Is your old laptop slowing you down and a new one just isn’t in the budget yet? Some computers may benefit from a low cost upgrade to a solid state drive ”SSD” which can boost your computers performance up to 10x with boot times up to 61% faster!
Contact [email protected] for more information.
The CE Shop Discounts
HOA Picklist Updates &
HOA Management Companies (New Field)
On June 12th, the Paragon 5 MLS will be updated to contain an accurate picklist of HOAs for Alameda and Contra Costa counties as well as the addition of a new field for “HOA Management Companies”.
If you need to have a new HOA or HOA Management company added to the picklists in the MLS, please contact us via email and include documentation and/or URLs from the HOA and/or HOA Management Company.
If you have any questions please contact CCAR Member Services at 925.295.1270 or [email protected].
CCAR ANNUAL SPONSOR
Learn from Neil Kalin, C.A.R. Assistant General Counsel during a LIVE one-hour Zoom seminar tomorrow, May 24 from 1:00 – 2:00pm. Receive a better understanding of the NEW C.A.R. buyer representation forms, correct misconceptions and overcome objections to build a strong relationship with your buyers. Ask questions during the Q&A and walk away empowered and informed!
Platinum Partner, NAR Corporate Ally Program
CCAR is proud to be a RESO Platinum Certified MLS, the highest level of certification available.
