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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     APRIL 25, 2023
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•  Last Chance to Win $250! Complete the Fair Housing
    Simulation Before Friday
•  CCAR YPN ‘Appy Hour & Pizza Social – Apr. 27
•  CCAR Helping Hands: Chili Cook-ON! – May 10
•  CCAR Charity Golf Tournament – May 22
•  Buyer Representation Training with C.A.R.’s Neil Kalin
   – May 24

RPR: Your Commercial R.E. Secret Weapon
Wed., Apr. 26  |  9:00am – 10:00am         

Creating Transactions in zipForm Edition
Wed., Apr. 26  |  12:00pm – 1:00pm        

Create a CMA Report in 4 Easy Steps
Wed., Apr. 26  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm          

Supra eKEY Basic Training
Thu., Apr. 27  |  8:30am – 9:30am             

RPR® for New REALTORS® (1st of 5-Part Series)
Thu., Apr. 27  |  9:00am – 10:00am          

Social Media for Agents: Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube
Thu., Apr. 27  |  11:00am – 12:00pm       

C.A.R. Industry Leader Town Hall with Jordan Levine and Gov Hutchinson
Fri., Apr. 28  |  11:00am – 12:00pm          

Market Yourself with RateMyAgent
Mon., May 1  |  11:00am – 12:00pm       

NAR Presents: 3 Key Strategies to Create a Steady Income Stream
Tue., May 2  |  11:00am – 12:00pm         

RPR® for New REALTORS® (2nd of 5-Part Series)
Wed., May 3  |  9:00am – 10:00am          

WiseAgent Strategies for Winning Listings in Any Market
Wed., May 3  |  10:00am – 11:00am        

AI & ChatGPT – What’s All the Buzz?
Wed., May 3  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm            

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

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

•  MLS Rule Change: 10.5 Refusal to Sell
•  In Stock New Laptops
•  Expanded MLS Access
•  HomesOpenToday (HOT) & StreetURLs Sunsetting

+ CCAR CALENDAR

CCAR HELPING HANDS: CHILI COOK-ON! – May 10

Read More & Register > 

CCAR CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT
– MAY 22

Read More & Register > 

SAVE THE DATE: BUYER REPRESENTATION TRAINING – MAY 24

Learn from Neil Kalin, C.A.R. Assistant General Counsel, to understand the NEW C.A.R. buyer representation forms, correct misconceptions and overcome objections to build a strong relationship with your buyers.
Read More & Register >

LAST CHANCE TO WIN $250
Complete the Fairhaven Simulation Before Friday

nar fairhaven

Have you done everything you can to educate yourself about equity and diversity in the real estate business?

April is National Fair Housing Month and marks the 55th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act. Stand up for fair housing and take your professionalism to the next level with 3 simple steps!

Step 1. Complete Fairhaven Simulation to win $250!
              Is your name on the list? Click here to see who’s eligible to win!
Step 2. Complete Bias Override Video Workshop
Step 3. Earn Your At Home with Diversity Certification

READ MORE >>

Only 1 Day Left To Purchase Discounted Tickets!
CCAR YPN ‘Appy Hour & Pizza Social – This Thursday!

This Thursday, CCAR YPN is excited to bring you their first event of the year, an ‘APPY HOUR & PIZZA SOCIAL at the Danville Community Center at 4pm! Join Jerry Kidd, Technology and Business Coach and author of “The Handy Guide to ChatGPT for Real Estate Agents,” as well as an experienced Real Estate Broker with CRB, CRS, GRI, SRES and ePro certifications/designations and 3 Microsoft certifications.

You will learn about specific apps that can improve your business and life! Don’t forget to bring your portable device, this will be a hands-on presentation! After, the event will move to Primo’s Pizzaria (.4 mi away, about a 10 min. walk) for pizza, salad, drinks, networking, and fun – including a free giveaway and raffle prizes!

READ MORE & REGISTER >>

MLS UPDATE:

Expanded MLS Data Access – Southland Regional Assoc. of REALTORS® (SRAR):

Starting in May, your access to MLS data within the Paragon MLS will expand to include listings from the CRISnet MLS (SRAR). This collaboration between CCAR and SRAR continues the recent efforts to provide CCAR MLS Participants and Subscribers with expanded access to California MLS Data.
HomesOpenToday (HOT) & StreetURLs Sunsetting

On May 17th, CCAR will be sunsetting HomesOpenToday.com & StreetURLS.com. Although these services provided a benefit to CCAR, Bay East, and bridgeMLS Subscribers, along with East Bay consumers for over a decade, the ‘cost to benefit’ ratio is no longer beneficial to CCAR or its Membership to maintain these services.

MLS Rule Change 10.5:
Refusal to Sell

Next Monday, May 1st, the MLS Rules and Regulations will be updated to remove section 10.5 Refusal to Sell. After discussions with C.A.R. and NAR the joint MLS Committee (MMG) of CCAR, Bay East, and bridgeMLS determined it was best to move forward with removal.
 
10.5 Refusal to Sell. If the seller of any listed property filed with the service refuses to accept a written offer satisfying the terms and conditions stated in the listing, such fact shall be transmitted immediately to the service and to all participants and subscribers.
If you have any questions please contact CCAR MLS Compliance at 925.295.1270 or [email protected].

CCAR ANNUAL SPONSOR

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Weekly Jolt – 041823

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     APRIL 18, 2023
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•  CCAR YPN ‘Appy Hour & Pizza Social – Apr. 27
•  West County Marketing Meeting – Apr. 20
•  WIN $250! Complete the Fair Housing Challenge

FEATURED: How Top Agents Convert Leads
Fri., Apr. 21  |  10:00 – 11:00am               

SupraWEB Agent Training
Wed., Apr. 19  |  8:00 – 9:00am

C.A.R.: Unlock the Homeowners Who Will Be Transacting This Year
Wed., Apr. 19  |  10:00am – 11:00am     

Reverse Mortgage Webinar (60 minutes)
Wed., Apr. 19  |  10:00am OR 6:00pm    

Grow Your Business Using Client Reviews
Wed., Apr. 19  |  10:30am – 11:30am      

How AI Might Change the Real Estate Business
Thu., Apr. 20  |  12:00pm – 1:00pm         

Intro to RPR® – Great CMA Reports and More
Thu., Apr. 20  |  1:00pm – 3:00pm

Learn How Client Reviews can Grow Your Business
Thu., Apr. 20  |  2:00pm – 3:00pm            

Supra Single-Access for Non-Members
Fri., Apr. 21  |  8:30am – 9:30am

Steps to Generating High Quality Leads and Convert Them to Clients
Fri., Apr. 21  |  10:00 – 11:00am

CMA Reports and More with Cloud CMA
Mon., Apr. 24  |  1:30pm – 3:30pm

Social Media for Agents: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter
Tue., Apr. 25  |  11am – 12pm     

Intro to zipForm Edition – Lone Wolf Transactions
Tue., Apr. 25  |  2 – 4pm

RPR: Your Commercial R.E. Secret Weapon
Wed., Apr. 26  |  9:00am – 10:00am

Supra eKEY Basic Training
Thu., Apr. 27  |   8:30am – 9:30am           

RPR® for New REALTORS® – 1st of 5-part Series
Thu., Apr. 27  |  9:00am – 10:00am         

Social Media for Agents: Snapchat, TikTok & YouTube
Thu., Apr. 27  |  11:00am – 12:00pm      

C.A.R. Industry Leader Town Hall
Fri., Apr. 27  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

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

•  C.A.R.  Peer-to-Peer Ethics Infoline

•  CCAR Helping Hands: Chili Cook-ON! – May 10
•  CCAR Charity Golf Tournament – May 22

•  Coming Soon Listings – Only Permitted for 30 Days
•  RateMyAgent Training
•  MLS Rule Change: 10.5 Refusal to Sell
•  Expanded MLS Access
•  HomesOpenToday (HOT) & StreetURLs Sunsetting

+ CCAR CALENDAR

2024 Board of Directors Nomination by petition – Due Apr. 25

Read More & Request Form >

How Top Agents Convert Leads – Apr. 21

For CCAR Members Only: Join us FREE on Apr. 21 from 10:00-11:30am with best-selling author, Phil Hollander. You will learn the steps to generate high-quality, low-competition leads that you can close and how to turn those leads into life-long clients and referrals!
Read More & Register >

SAVE THE DATE: BUYER REPRESENTATION TRAINING – MAY 24

Learn from Neil Kalin, C.A.R. Assistant General Counsel, to understand the NEW C.A.R. buyer representation forms, correct misconceptions and overcome objections to build a strong relationship with your buyers. Read More & Register >

CCAR YPN ‘Appy Hour & Pizza Social – Next Thu., Apr. 27
Register Online and Save 20%! 

CCAR YPN is excited to bring you their first event of the year, an ‘APPY HOUR & PIZZA SOCIAL at the Danville Community Center next Thursday at 4pm! Join C.A.R. YPN Vice Chair, Alex A. Huezo, an experienced REALTOR® who aims to empower other professionals with resources necessary to achieve their personal life goals.

You will learn about specific apps that can improve your business and life! Don’t forget to bring your portable device, this will be a hands-on presentation! After, the event will move to Primo’s Pizzaria (.4 mi away, about a 10 min. walk) for pizza, salad, drinks, networking, and fun – including a free giveaway and raffle prizes!

READ MORE & REGISTER >>

West County Marketing Meeting – Apr. 20

Join us this Thu., Apr. 20 from 8:45-10:00am at Mechanics Bank, 3190 Klose Way in Richmond. Join Nathan Toothman, Founder of BEAR Engineering for a Foundation and Drainage training session! Nathan will cover Foundation and Drainage basics, what to look for and how to best help your clients, and when an inspection may be necessary. 

The West County Marketing Meeting is free to attend and includes a light breakfast and beverages.

Read More »

WIN $250! Complete the Fair Housing Challenge

April is National Fair Housing Month and marks the 55th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act. Stand up for fair housing and take your professionalism to the next level with 3 simple steps!

Step 1. Complete Fairhaven Simulation to win $250! Is your name on the list? Click here to see who’s eligible to win!
Step 2. Complete Bias Override Video Workshop
Step 3. Earn Your At Home with Diversity Certification

Also, learn important facts about fair housing by clicking the links on the following page!

Read More »

Ethics spotlight:

Get Quick Answers to Your Questions with C.A.R. Peer-to-Peer Ethics Infoline
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C.A.R.’s Ethics Infoline is helping members with all their questions from the tiny technical ones to the urgent “life-savers”. If you would benefit from speaking to a volunteer member who is trained to assist with your non-legal Code of Ethics questions, just call or click and you will receive the help you need to fit the situation.
Read More  >

UPCOMING CCAR  EVENTS:

CCAR HELPING HANDS:
CHILI COOK-ON! – May 10

Read More & Register > 

CCAR CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT – MAY 22

Read More & Register > 

MLS UPDATE:

Learn How Client Reviews Can Grow Your Business
Wed., Apr. 19  |  10:30am  |  Register >
Thu., Apr. 20  |  2:00pm  |  Register >

MLS Rule Change 10.5: REFUSAL TO SELL

On May 1st, the MLS Rules and Regulations will be updated to remove section 10.5 Refusal to Sell. After discussions with C.A.R. and NAR the joint MLS Committee (MMG) of CCAR, Bay East, and bridgeMLS determined it was best to move forward with removal.
 
10.5 Refusal to Sell. If the seller of any listed property filed with the service refuses to accept a written offer satisfying the terms and conditions stated in the listing, such fact shall be transmitted immediately to the service and to all participants and subscribers.

Expanded MLS Data Access – Southland Regional Assoc. of REALTORS® (SRAR):

Starting in May, your access to MLS data within the Paragon MLS will expand to include listings from the CRISnet MLS (SRAR). This collaboration between CCAR and SRAR continues the recent efforts to provide CCAR MLS Participants and Subscribers with expanded access to California MLS Data.
HomesOpenToday (HOT) & StreetURLs Sunsetting

On May 17th, CCAR will be sunsetting HomesOpenToday.com & StreetURLS.com. Although these services provided a benefit to CCAR, Bay East, and bridgeMLS Subscribers, along with East Bay consumers for over a decade, the ‘cost to benefit’ ratio is no longer beneficial to CCAR or its Membership to maintain these services.

Coming Soon Listings –
Only Permitted for 30 Days

The CCAR MLS Compliance department has seen a recent increase in support tickets and questions regarding “Active – Coming Soon” listings. An “Active – Coming Soon” listing is only permitted to be in that listing status for 30 days. On day 31, any CCAR “Active – Coming Soon” listing is updated by CCAR staff to a “Cancelled – Coming Soon”. If needed, a listing agent may enter a new “Active – Coming Soon” listing.
 
The “Coming Soon” status in the MLS was created to allow for pre-marketing to other MLS Participants & Subscribers. It is not intended to be used as a replacement status for “New” or “Active”.
 
10.1.1 Coming Soon Listings. It shall be the responsibility of the Broker Participant (Section 4.1.1) and Real Estate Subscriber (Section 4.2.1) to follow said rules when placing a property in the Coming Soon section of the multiple listings service (MLS). Broker Participant and Real Estate Subscriber shall only place a property in the Coming Soon section of the MLS if the Participant/Subscriber has met necessary criteria for MLS input as described Sections 7.5, 7.6, & 8.1.
 
Participant/Subscriber is required to enter a proposed list date to proceed in placing a listing in the Coming Soon section of the MLS. Once the listing moves from Coming Soon to any Active status it cannot revert back to Coming Soon.
 
  1. It is optional to place your listing into a Coming Soon Status.
  2. Listing agent must have a signed written listing agreement in place to enter a “Coming Soon” listing which explains the limitations of the “Coming Soon” status.
  3. The MLS requirement of unilateral offer of compensation still applies while in “Coming Soon” status.
  4. The Coming Soon listing will automatically be placed in a “Cancelled – Coming Soon” after 30 days of entry.
  5. Coming Soon listings will be viewable to all MLS Participants.
  6. Coming Soon listings will not be syndicated out to other websites.
  7. Coming Soon listings will not be included in the IDX and RETS feeds.
  8. Coming Soon listings are only searchable within the Paragon MLS.
  9. Once a listing has been moved from Coming Soon to Active status by the agent, it cannot revert to Coming Soon with that same broker.
  10. Days on Market (DOM) re-sets when status is changed to Active. Cumulative Day on Market (CDOM) continues counting from the time entered into the MLS. Only when a property has been off the market (Canceled or Expired) for more than thirty (30) days will the days (DOM and CDOM) on the listing start at zero (0).
If you have any questions please contact CCAR MLS Compliance at 925.295.1270 or [email protected].

CCAR ANNUAL SPONSOR

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C.A.R. Ombudsman Volunteers On Call to Answer Non-Legal Questions

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C.A.R. Ombudsmen are REALTORS® who volunteer to handle non-legal questions, disputes, and complaints about member conduct or transactions. They aim to enhance communication among REALTORS® and can propose resolutions for minor issues raised by clients or other members.

The C.A.R. Ombudsman Hotline, is provided free of charge to C.A.R. members. Ombudsmen function as impartial volunteers who facilitate communication, suggest potential solutions, and help prevent misunderstandings from escalating into larger disputes. They do not mediate or adjudicate disputes nor can they compel either party to take specific actions.

If you have concerns regarding a member’s professional conduct or transaction issues, or if you seek advice from a peer, Ombudsmen are available to assist.

Please Note: Ombudsmen do not provide legal advice but offer information and a neutral perspective.

For C.A.R. members interested in using this service, Ombudsman assistance can be requested at the Hotline via phone at 213.739.7227 or through the link below.

REQUEST ASSISTANCE

What you’ll need
If you would like ombudsman assistance, you must provide the following information:

  • Your name, email, and telephone number
  • Members: Your license number
    Non-members: The license number of the agent who is representing you
  • For dispute resolution: The license number of the other party in a real estate transaction
  • The topic of the matter

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The intake coordinator requires license information to properly assign the call to an ombudsman; however, the ombudsman will not contact the REALTOR® involved unless you request such contact.

Weekly Jolt – 041123

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     APRIL 11, 2023
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•  Complete the Fair Housing Challenge; Win $250
•  Nomination by Petition Due Apr. 25
•  CCAR YPN ‘Appy Hour & Pizza Social – Apr. 27

FEATURED: How Top Agents Convert Leads
Fri., Apr. 21  |  10:00 – 11:00am

Maintaining a Social Media Presence with Current Market Statistics      
Wed., Apr. 12  |  11:00am – 11:45am       

NAR Financial Wellness: Saving Plans to Fund Your Child’s Education
Wed., Apr. 12  |  11:00am – 12:00pm     

Getting to Know Paragon MLS
Wed., Apr. 12  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm          

Builders Update Agent Training 
Thu., Apr. 13  |  10:00am – 11:00am        

Send Auto-Notifications using Collaboration Center
Thu., Apr. 13  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm             

Market Yourself with RateMyAgent
Fri., Apr. 14  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

C.A.R. Industry Leader Town Hall with Jordan Levine and Gov Hutchinson
Fri., Apr. 14  |  11:00am – 12:30pm

How to Input & Maintain Your Listing
Mon., Apr. 17  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm          

Help Your Buyers & Gain More Clients with New Builds
Tue., Apr. 18  |  9:30am – 10:30am           

Best Practices in Creating and Sustaining your Success Mindset
Tue., Apr. 18  |  11:00 – 11:30am               

SupraWEB Agent Training
Wed., Apr. 19  |  8:00am – 9:00am

Reverse Mortgage webinar (60 mins)
Wed., Apr. 19  |  10:00am or 6:00pm      

Intro to RPR® – Great CMA Reports and More
Thu., Apr. 20  |  1:00pm – 3:00pm

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

•  C.A.R. Ombudsman Volunteers on Call to Answer
   Non-Legal Questions

•  CCAR Helping Hands: Chili Cook-ON! – May 10
•  CCAR Charity Golf Tournament – May 22

•  Coming Soon Listings – Only Permitted for 30 Days
•  MLS Rule Change: 10.5 Refusal to Sell
•  Expanded MLS Access
•  HomesOpenToday (HOT) & StreetURLs Sunsetting
•  RateMyAgent
•  Laptops on Sale

+ CCAR CALENDAR

Apply Now To Serve On CCAR’s
2024 Board of Directors

The election for the 2024 Board of Directors is coming soon, apply now to get your name on the ballot! Applications due by 5pm next Tuesday, April 18th.
5 Open positions:
    • President-Elect (1 year-term)
    • 4 Directors-at-Large (2 year term)
Read More & Apply >

WCR: Cultivate connections speed networking – Apr. 14

Are you looking for POWER PARTNERS? Join WCR to find your running mate and hit that professional goal you have for this year. Get to know other REALTORS® and STRATEGIC PARTNERS.
Read More & Register > 

West County Marketing Meeting – Apr. 20

Join us on Thu., Apr. 20 from 8:45-10:00am at Mechanics Bank, 3190 Klose Way in Richmond. Join Nathan Toothman, Founder of BEAR Engineering, for a Foundation and Drainage training session! Nathan will cover Foundation and Drainage basics, what to look for and how to best help your clients, and when an inspection may be necessary. The West County Marketing Meeting is free to attend and includes a light breakfast and beverages.

How Top Agents Convert Leads – Apr. 21

For CCAR Members Only: Join us FREE on Apr. 21 from 10:00-11:30am with best-selling author, Phil Hollander. You will learn the steps to generate high-quality, low-competition leads that you can close and how to turn those leads into life-long clients and referrals!
Read More & Register >

Win $250! Complete the Fairhaven Simulation
Training Before Apr. 28

nar fairhaven

Have you done everything you can to educate yourself about equity and diversity in the real estate business?

April is National Fair Housing Month and marks the 55th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act. Stand up for fair housing and take your professionalism to the next level with 3 simple steps!

Step 1. Complete Fairhaven
              Simulation to win $250
Step 2. Complete Bias Override
              Video Workshop
Step 3. Earn Your At Home with
              Diversity Certification

READ MORE >>

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2024 Board of Directors Nomination by Petition – Due Apr. 25

In accordance with the CCAR Bylaws Article X, Section 7, Nomination by Petition: Additional candidates for the offices to be filled may be placed in nomination by petition signed by at least 2% or fifty (50) of the REALTOR® members eligible to vote, whichever is less.

The petition shall be filed with the Chief Executive Officer/Secretary at least ten (10) days prior to the mailing deadline identified in Article XI, Section 1(d). The Secretary shall send notice of such additional nominations to all members eligible to vote at least fourteen (14) days before the election…

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CCAR YPN ‘Appy Hour & Pizza Social – Apr. 27

CCAR YPN is excited to bring you their first event of the year, an ‘APPY HOUR & PIZZA SOCIAL at the Danville Community Center on Thu., Apr. 27 at 4pm! Join C.A.R. YPN Vice Chair, Alex A. Huezo, an experienced REALTOR® who aims to empower other professionals with resources necessary to achieve their personal life goals.

You will learn about specific apps that can improve your business and life! Don’t forget to bring your portable device, this will be a hands-on presentation! After, the event will move to Primo’s Pizzaria (.4 mi away, about a 10 min. walk) for pizza, salad, drinks, networking, and fun – including a free giveaway and raffle prizes! Advance tickets only $20! 

Read More »

Ethics spotlight:

C.A.R. Ombudsman Volunteers On Call to Answer Non-Legal Questions

FREE MEMBER BENEFIT:
If you have a concern about a member’s professional conduct, issues with a transaction, or if you just need advice from a peer, C.A.R. Ombudsmen are REALTORS® who volunteer their time to answer non-legal questions and resolve non-legal disputes.  Consumers involved in active transactions with REALTORS®, may also reach out to C.A.R. Ombudsman who can answer questions and help resolve minor disputes.

Note: An ombudsman is NOT an attorney and CANNOT give legal advice or answer legal questions!

Read More & Request Assistance >

UPCOMING CCAR  EVENTS:

CCAR HELPING HANDS:
CHILI COOK-ON! – May 10

Read More & Register > 

CCAR CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT – MAY 22

Read More & Register > 

MLS UPDATE:

MLS Rule Change 10.5: REFUSAL TO SELL

On May 1st, the MLS Rules and Regulations will be updated to remove section 10.5 Refusal to Sell. After discussions with C.A.R. and NAR the joint MLS Committee (MMG) of CCAR, Bay East, and bridgeMLS determined it was best to move forward with removal.
 
10.5 Refusal to Sell. If the seller of any listed property filed with the service refuses to accept a written offer satisfying the terms and conditions stated in the listing, such fact shall be transmitted immediately to the service and to all participants and subscribers.

Expanded MLS Data Access – Southland Regional Assoc. of REALTORS® (SRAR):

Starting in May, your access to MLS data within the Paragon MLS will expand to include listings from the CRISnet MLS (SRAR). This collaboration between CCAR and SRAR continues the recent efforts to provide CCAR MLS Participants and Subscribers with expanded access to California MLS Data.
HomesOpenToday (HOT) & StreetURLs Sunsetting

On May 17th, CCAR will be sunsetting HomesOpenToday.com & StreetURLS.com. Although these services provided a benefit to CCAR, Bay East, and bridgeMLS Subscribers, along with East Bay consumers for over a decade, the ‘cost to benefit’ ratio is no longer beneficial to CCAR or its Membership to maintain these services.

Coming Soon Listings –
Only Permitted for 30 Days

The CCAR MLS Compliance department has seen a recent increase in support tickets and questions regarding “Active – Coming Soon” listings. An “Active – Coming Soon” listing is only permitted to be in that listing status for 30 days. On day 31, any CCAR “Active – Coming Soon” listing is updated by CCAR staff to a “Cancelled – Coming Soon”. If needed, a listing agent may enter a new “Active – Coming Soon” listing.
 
The “Coming Soon” status in the MLS was created to allow for pre-marketing to other MLS Participants & Subscribers. It is not intended to be used as a replacement status for “New” or “Active”.
 
10.1.1 Coming Soon Listings. It shall be the responsibility of the Broker Participant (Section 4.1.1) and Real Estate Subscriber (Section 4.2.1) to follow said rules when placing a property in the Coming Soon section of the multiple listings service (MLS). Broker Participant and Real Estate Subscriber shall only place a property in the Coming Soon section of the MLS if the Participant/Subscriber has met necessary criteria for MLS input as described Sections 7.5, 7.6, & 8.1.
 
Participant/Subscriber is required to enter a proposed list date to proceed in placing a listing in the Coming Soon section of the MLS. Once the listing moves from Coming Soon to any Active status it cannot revert back to Coming Soon.
 
  1. It is optional to place your listing into a Coming Soon Status.
  2. Listing agent must have a signed written listing agreement in place to enter a “Coming Soon” listing which explains the limitations of the “Coming Soon” status.
  3. The MLS requirement of unilateral offer of compensation still applies while in “Coming Soon” status.
  4. The Coming Soon listing will automatically be placed in a “Cancelled – Coming Soon” after 30 days of entry.
  5. Coming Soon listings will be viewable to all MLS Participants.
  6. Coming Soon listings will not be syndicated out to other websites.
  7. Coming Soon listings will not be included in the IDX and RETS feeds.
  8. Coming Soon listings are only searchable within the Paragon MLS.
  9. Once a listing has been moved from Coming Soon to Active status by the agent, it cannot revert to Coming Soon with that same broker.
  10. Days on Market (DOM) re-sets when status is changed to Active. Cumulative Day on Market (CDOM) continues counting from the time entered into the MLS. Only when a property has been off the market (Canceled or Expired) for more than thirty (30) days will the days (DOM and CDOM) on the listing start at zero (0).
If you have any questions please contact CCAR MLS Compliance at 925.295.1270 or [email protected].

CCAR ANNUAL SPONSOR

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Weekly Jolt – 040423

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     APRIL 4, 2023
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CCAR WILL BE CLOSED FRI., APR. 7

•  Apply Now to Serve on CCAR’s Board of Directors
•  Complete the Fair Housing Challenge; Win $250
•  Seven Days Documentary | 50th Anniversary of
    the Fair Housing Act
•  How To Be Fair In Fair Housing – Apr. 6
•  WCR: Cultivate Connections – Apr. 14

•  CCAR YPN: ‘Appy Hour & Pizza Social – Apr. 27
•  CCAR Helping Hands: Chili Cook-ON! – May 10
•  CCAR Charity Golf Tournament – May 22

NAR Green 2-Day Designation Course
Wed. – Thu., Apr. 5 – 6  |  9:00am – 5:00pm

C.A.R.: STEPS Toward Homeownership
Wed., Apr. 5  |  10:00am – 12:30pm

Kickstart Your Business to RPR Residential
Wed., Apr. 5  |  11:00am – 11:45am

How to be Fair in Fair Housing
Thu., Apr. 6  |  10:00am – 12:00pm

Supra Single Access for Non-Members
Fri., Apr. 7  |  8:30am – 9:30am

WomanUP: Starting a Brokerage
Fri., Apr. 7  |  2:00pm – 3:00pm

The New CA Residential Purchase Agreement
Mon., Apr. 10  |  10:00am – 1:00pm

Cloud CMA Fundamentals
Mon., Apr. 10  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm

Mediation of RE Disputes Arising Out of the CA RPA
Tue., Apr. 11  |  1:30pm – 2:30pm

Maintaining a Social Media Presence with Current Market Statistics
Wed., Apr. 12  |  11:00am – 11:45am

Send Auto-Notifications using Collaboration Center
Thu., Apr. 13  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

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

•  Coming Soon Listings – Only Permitted for 30 Days
•  Expanded MLS Access
•  CCAR Benefit LionDesk Ends, Transitioning to
   C.A.R. Benefit
•  HomesOpenToday (HOT) & StreetURLs Sunsetting
•  RateMyAgent
•  Laptops on Sale

+ CCAR CALENDAR

How to be Fair in Fair Housing: Advancing Professional Equity – April 6

How to be Fair in Fair Housing: Advancing Professional Equity in Real Estate is a free event sponsored by CCAR where you will learn to uphold REALTOR® values as it applies to Fair Housing. In cooperation with the Definitely Fair Housing task force, we are bringing you a fantastic event to help you understand what it means to live Fair Housing.
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WCR: Cultivate connections speed networking – April 14

Are you looking for POWER PARTNERS? Join WCR to find your running mate and hit that professional goal you have for this year. Get to know other REALTORS® and STRATEGIC PARTNERS.
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Online Continuing Education

Apply Now To Serve On CCAR’s
2024 Board of Directors – Due Apr. 18

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As a part of the nation’s largest trade association, CCAR has a proud legacy of service. Over the years, thousands of members have unselfishly contributed their time and talents to this great Association, and in so doing, have given something back to the industry! Serving as a CCAR Director is a wonderful opportunity to continue this tradition of excellence. The election for the 2024 Board of Directors is coming soon, apply now to get your name on the ballot!

5 OPEN POSITIONS:
     • President-Elect (1 year-term)
     • 4 Directors-at-Large (2 year term)

Completed applications must be received by 5pm on Tuesday, April 18th. Voting will be conducted June 5th through June 12th at 9am.

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WIN $250! Complete the Fair Housing Challenge

April is National Fair Housing Month and marks the 55th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act. Stand up for fair housing and take your professionalism to the next level with 3 simple steps!

Step 1. Complete Fairhaven Simulation to win $250! Is your name on the list? Click here to see who’s eligible to win!
Step 2. Complete Bias Override Video Workshop
Step 3. Earn Your At Home with Diversity Certification

Also, learn important facts about fair housing by clicking the links on the following page!

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Seven Days Documentary | 50th Anniversary of the Fair Housing Act

When a single gunshot rings out at a Memphis motel, civil unrest breaks out across the country. President Johnson, long frustrated by his inability to improve housing conditions for people of color, scrambles to use the crisis to push a fair housing bill through a reluctant Congress. With few days to spare and many arms to twist, he and two young Senators – Edward Brooke and Walter Mondale – attempt to pass the bill before the slain civil rights leader is laid to rest. The Fair Housing Act was…

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UPCOMING EVENTS:

CCAR YPN: ‘APPY HOUR & PIZZA SOCIAL – APR. 27

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CCAR HELPING HANDS:
CHILI COOK-ON! – May 10

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CCAR CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT – MAY 22

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MLS UPDATE:

Expanded MLS Data Access – Southland Regional Assoc. of REALTORS® (SRAR):

Starting in May, your access to MLS data within the Paragon MLS will expand to include listings from the CRISnet MLS (SRAR). This collaboration between CCAR and SRAR continues the recent efforts to provide CCAR MLS Participants and Subscribers with expanded access to California MLS Data.

CCAR Benefit LionDesk ends, Transitioning to C.A.R. Benefit:

On May 31st you will no longer have access to LionDesk through your Contra Costa Association of REALTORS® membership. However, you will have access through the California Association of REALTORS® (C.A.R.)!
 
Are you a C.A.R. member?
You can keep your account active at no additional cost. Log into LionDesk through C.A.R.’s single sign-on to keep your account active.
 
Not a C.A.R. member?
You’ll need to choose a paid LionDesk plan to maintain your account. You can explore plans and find the best one for your needs here.
HomesOpenToday (HOT) & StreetURLs Sunsetting

On May 17th, CCAR will be sunsetting HomesOpenToday.com & StreetURLS.com. Although these services provided a benefit to CCAR, Bay East, and bridgeMLS Subscribers, along with East Bay consumers for over a decade, the ‘cost to benefit’ ratio is no longer beneficial to CCAR or its Membership to maintain these services.

Coming Soon Listings –
Only Permitted for 30 Days

The CCAR MLS Compliance department has seen a recent increase in support tickets and questions regarding “Active – Coming Soon” listings. An “Active – Coming Soon” listing is only permitted to be in that listing status for 30 days. On day 31, any CCAR “Active – Coming Soon” listing is updated by CCAR staff to a “Cancelled – Coming Soon”. If needed, a listing agent may enter a new “Active – Coming Soon” listing.
 
The “Coming Soon” status in the MLS was created to allow for pre-marketing to other MLS Participants & Subscribers. It is not intended to be used as a replacement status for “New” or “Active”.
 
10.1.1 Coming Soon Listings. It shall be the responsibility of the Broker Participant (Section 4.1.1) and Real Estate Subscriber (Section 4.2.1) to follow said rules when placing a property in the Coming Soon section of the multiple listings service (MLS). Broker Participant and Real Estate Subscriber shall only place a property in the Coming Soon section of the MLS if the Participant/Subscriber has met necessary criteria for MLS input as described Sections 7.5, 7.6, & 8.1.
 
Participant/Subscriber is required to enter a proposed list date to proceed in placing a listing in the Coming Soon section of the MLS. Once the listing moves from Coming Soon to any Active status it cannot revert back to Coming Soon.
 
  1. It is optional to place your listing into a Coming Soon Status.
  2. Listing agent must have a signed written listing agreement in place to enter a “Coming Soon” listing which explains the limitations of the “Coming Soon” status.
  3. The MLS requirement of unilateral offer of compensation still applies while in “Coming Soon” status.
  4. The Coming Soon listing will automatically be placed in a “Cancelled – Coming Soon” after 30 days of entry.
  5. Coming Soon listings will be viewable to all MLS Participants.
  6. Coming Soon listings will not be syndicated out to other websites.
  7. Coming Soon listings will not be included in the IDX and RETS feeds.
  8. Coming Soon listings are only searchable within the Paragon MLS.
  9. Once a listing has been moved from Coming Soon to Active status by the agent, it cannot revert to Coming Soon with that same broker.
  10. Days on Market (DOM) re-sets when status is changed to Active. Cumulative Day on Market (CDOM) continues counting from the time entered into the MLS. Only when a property has been off the market (Canceled or Expired) for more than thirty (30) days will the days (DOM and CDOM) on the listing start at zero (0).
If you have any questions please contact CCAR MLS Compliance at 925.295.1270 or [email protected].

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