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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS^®

WEEKLY NEWSLETTER | MARCH 3, 2026

Top News

• CCAR Annual Crab Feed – Mar 6
• March Education & Events Highlights
• Tony Robbins: Discover Your Next Level – Mar 11
• WCR: Monthly Coffee Social – Mar 4
• West County Marketing Meeting – Mar. 5
• Register to Vote

MLS Updates

• Upcoming MLS Updates – April 15
• REALTOR ® Optimized Laptops For Sale

All laptops purchased from CCAR come with a 2-year warranty, data transfer, and RE setup included.
• Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 – $850.36 >>
• LG Gram 17 – Ai Ready – $1,845.36 >>

Upcoming Events

WCR Monthly Coffee Social
Wed, Mar. 4 | 10:00am

West County Marketing Meeting
Thu, Mar. 5 | 8:45am – 10:00am

25th Annual Crab Feed
Fri, Mar. 6 | 6:00pm – 10:00pm

FEATURED: CCAR x Tony Robbins
Wed., Mar. 11 | 10:00am – 11:30am

FEATURED: Conquering Social Media & AI
Fri, Mar. 20 | 10:00am

Rossmoor Marketing Meeting
Tue, Mar. 24 | 9:00am

SAVE THE DATE: YPN’s Systems to Success:
Timeless Tactics vs. Modern Moves
Thu, Apr. 2 | Noon – 3:00pm

REALTOR^® ACTION FUND (RAF)

The RAF supports political activities at the local, state, and national levels. It gives REALTORS^® the financial resources needed to advocate for policies which protect property rights and REALTORS^® ability to effectively conduct their business.

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WCR: Monthly Coffee Social – Tomorrow, Mar. 4

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West County Marketing Meeting – This Thu., Mar. 5

Do you have artwork or furnishings in an upcoming listing that you’re tempted to toss? Before you do, join us for the West County Marketing Meeting this Thursday, March 5, from 8:45am – 10:00am at the CCAR Hercules office and hear from Deric Torres, Senior Vice President of Clars Auctions.

Deric has helped sell hundreds of pieces—artwork and furnishings alike—for thousands of dollars, and in some cases ten times that amount. You may be surprised what “worthless” items can be worth.

Enjoy free breakfast bagels from Noah’s Bagels, plus fresh fruit and beverages. Come learn something new, connect with your peers, share upcoming listings, and have some fun. Hope to see you there!

Affiliates: if you’d like to donate a small item for the end-of-meeting drawing (and promote your business), please contact Steve Kendall at [email protected].

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Don’t Miss Out — Crab Feed Ticket Sales End Tomorrow

If you’re planning to join us for the 25th Annual CCAR Crab Feed this Friday, don’t wait—tomorrow, March 4 at 5:00pm is the absolute last chance to purchase tickets.

Enjoy a delicious dinner featuring fresh crab, tri-tip, and pasta, plus a complimentary glass of champagne to start the evening. You’ll also enjoy music from DJ Stallion—so be sure to hit the dance floor and show off your moves—along with exciting raffle and auction prizes and the always-popular cake auction.

Best of all, proceeds support CCAR Helping Hands and the CCAR Scholarship Foundation, so you’ll be helping make a real impact in our community.

Important: Tickets must be purchased in advance. No tickets will be sold at the door.

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Spring Forward with CCAR Education

Spring into March with fresh energy, new opportunities, and powerful ways to grow your business. Our latest Education & Events Newsletter is packed with classes and events designed specifically for you.

Whether you’re looking to fine-tune your skills, stay on top of industry changes, or connect with fellow REALTORS®, we’ve made it easy to find what you need.

Inside, you’ll find our full lineup of March offerings with direct registration links, plus access to the CCAR education dashboard—so you can quickly see what’s coming up and plan ahead.

Take time to invest in yourself this month. We’re here to support your success every step of the way.

CCAR x Tony Robbins:
Discover Your Next Level with Stu Massengill! – Mar. 11

Achieve Extraordinary Results with Tony Robbins’ Top National Trainer, Stu Massengill! Join us live on Zoom Wed., Mar. 11, from 10 – 11:30am, for an exclusive FREE session designed to help you create lasting change and reach new heights in your personal and professional life.

As a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and an expert in Peak Performance, leadership, and the psychology of achievement, Stu will guide you through a transformative three-step process to overcome obstacles and bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn powerful strategies, develop an unshakable mindset, and define clear goals for a more fulfilling life!

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Conquering Social Media & AI – Mar. 20

For those that missed this amazing, featured course in January we are bringing it back this month!
Register Here >>

Rossmoor Marketing Meeting – Mar. 24

Join the Rossmoor Marketing Meeting on March 24 at 9:00am for a presentation by Joe Ottolini, Fire Prevention Captain with the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District, on defensible space.

Save the Date | YPN’s System to Success:
Timeless Tactics vs. Modern Moves – Apr. 2

Join YPN on April 2 from noon – 3:00pm at the Don Tatzin Community Hall in the Lafayette Library for YPN’s System to Success: Timeless Tactics vs. Modern Moves.

This educational event will focus on how to effectively manage and grow your real estate business, featuring a panel of three successful professionals: Joe Kehrig, Linda Dimond, and Jorge Martinez, who will share their secrets to success and answer audience questions.
Registration coming soon.

Upcoming MLS Updates – April 15

We’re updating the MLS to give you more control when adding your listings. These improvements help create better search results and give your property details the attention they deserve.

Directions to Property: Character limit increased from 50 to 70 to allow for clearer, more complete directions.
Public Remarks: Character limit increased from 1,000 to 2,500 characters.
Listing Photos: Maximum number of photos increased from 60 to 99.
Water and Sewer Features: These will now appear as separate feature categories for more accurate data entry and search results.
New Selectable Features:
- “Taxiway Properties” added to X – Lot Description in the Residential class and H – Lot Description in the Lots & Land
- “Aircraft Hangar” added to N – Garage/Parking in the Residential class

New MLS Status: Sold Off MLS
This status is designed to improve data accuracy and provide a clearer picture of market activity. It allows subscribers to enter a property that was sold before being submitted to the MLS, ensuring it is captured for comparable and reporting purposes. Meaning, at the seller’s request, the property was never entered into the MLS prior to the sale.

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS^®

WEEKLY NEWSLETTER | FEBRUARY 24, 2026

Top News

• CCAR Helping Hands Bingo Night! – Tomorrow!
• CCAR Annual Crab Feed – Mar 6
• Tony Robbins: Discover Your Next Level – Mar 11
• Partition Law: How to Sell Property when Co-Owners
Disagree (Zoom) – Tomorrow
• Register to Vote
• WCR: Monthly Coffee Social – Mar 4

MLS Updates

• Cybercriminals are Targeting Real Estate – Here’s How to Stay Safe
• REALTOR ® Optimized Laptops For Sale

Education Highlights

MLS Tax Suite: The Basics & Beyond
Wed, Feb 25 | 10:00am – 11:00am

Partition Law: How to Sell House When Co-owners Disagree
Wed, Feb 25 | 10:00am – 11:00am

Commercial: RPR Advanced Commercial
Wed, Feb 25 | 11:00am – 12:00pm

WomanUp!®Live Show
Wed, Feb 25 | 11:00am – 12:00pm

Community, Content & Becoming the Go-To Local Expert
Thu, Feb 26 | 10:00am – 11:00am

Intro to RPR®: Your 1-Stop for Real Estate Needs with CCAR
Thu, Feb 26 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Transact: Create a Transaction
Fri, Feb 27 | 7:00am – 7:30am

DRE License Renewal Crash Course
Fri, Feb 27 | 9:30am – 12:30pm

MLS Tax Suite: CMAs & Prospecting
Fri, Feb 27 | 10:00am – 11:00am

Realtor.com Profile Mastery
Mon, Mar 2 | 8:00am – 9:00am

dotloop: Basic Training
Mon, Mar 2 | 10:00am – 11:00am

MLS: Intro to Listing Input with CCAR
Mon, Mar 2 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Level Up with RPR Fundamentals
Tue, Mar 3 | 9:00am – 10:00am

zipForm & Transact Basics
Tue, Mar 3 | 10:00am – 11:00am

New Construction: BuildersUpdate
Wed, Mar 4 | 10:00am – 11:00am

RealReports: Client for Life
Wed, Mar 4 | 10:00am – 11:00am

Hidden Listings – Have You Looked in Reverse
Thu, Mar 5 | 10:00am – 11:00am

Marki Lemons: Do You Really Need AI for Your Business?
Thu, Mar 5 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm

Hidden Listings – Have You Looked in Reverse
Thu, Mar 5 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm

New Construction: BuildersUpdate
Fri, Mar 6 | 10:00am – 11:00am

C.A.R. Townhall for Brokers/Managers
Fri, Mar 6 | 11:00am – 12:00pm

REALTOR^® ACTION FUND (RAF)

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Tomorrow @ 10am: Partition Law – How to Sell Property When Co-Owners Disagree (Zoom)

Co-ownership disputes are becoming a common roadblock in today’s residential and commercial markets—and they often stop a sale before it starts. When one owner wants to sell and the other refuses, a partition action can be the legal solution that unlocks the deal by forcing the sale of the property (this is not about lot splits).

In this practical, Realtor-focused class, you’ll learn the straightforward basics of the partition process and how it can help you serve a growing group of homeowners who feel stuck in shared ownership—whether with a sibling, an ex-partner, or a co-investor. Many agents turn these leads away simply because they don’t know the options. After this class, you’ll know how to spot these opportunities, speak confidently about the path forward, and turn “impossible” situations into closed transactions.

Key Takeaways

Discover a real estate opportunity many agents overlook
Convert leads other agents are turning away
Build advanced, market-relevant real estate knowledge
Learn strategies for listings where one ex-partner wants out and the other won’t budge
Learn how to handle property owned by business partners when the relationship has soured

Register >>

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Bingo Night is TOMORROW — Pizza, Prizes & a Great Cause

Get ready for a night of bingo, pizza, and community fun — tomorrow!

CCAR Helping Hands is hosting Bingo Night at St. Stephen Church in Walnut Creek on Feb. 25, 4–7 PM, and we’d love to see you there.

Tickets are $35 and include:
• Pizza + salad
• One drink ticket (beer, wine, or soft drink)
• Five bingo sheets

Come for the bingo (and raffle prizes), stay for the laughs — and feel good knowing you’re supporting the community at the same time. Bring your bingo buddies, your lucky charm, and your best “BINGO!” voice.

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Crab, Champagne & a Great Cause – Help Support CCAR Scholarships & Helping Hands – Mar. 6

Enjoy a delicious dinner featuring fresh crab, tri-tip, and pasta, plus a complimentary glass of champagne to kick off the evening. The night also includes music from DJ Stallion, raffle and auction prizes, and the always-popular cake auction.

This crab-tastic feast supports two amazing causes: CCAR Helping Hands and the CCAR Scholarship Foundation, so every bite (and every bid) makes a difference!

All tickets must be purchased in advance—no tickets will be sold at the door.

PURCHASE TICKETS >>

CCAR x Tony Robbins:
Discover Your Next Level with Stu Massengill! – Mar. 11

WCR: Monthly Coffee Social – Mar. 4

Register Here >>

REALTOR® Optimized Laptops For Sale

All laptops purchased from CCAR come with a 2-year warranty, data transfer, and RE setup included.
• Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 – $850.36 >>
• LG Gram 17 – Ai Ready – $1,845.36 >>

Cybercriminals Are Targeting Real Estate –
Here’s How to Stay Safe

Real estate is a lifelong dream for clients and a career for you—but for hackers, it’s a prime chance to intercept transactions and steal sensitive data. As AI makes scams more convincing and more targeted, security awareness should be part of every buying and selling conversation, especially when fraudsters use urgent calls and texts to push last-minute changes. Today’s threats can include deepfakes, identity fraud, and sophisticated malware designed to impersonate trusted partners in the deal, raising the stakes for everyone involved.

The best protection is simple habits: slow down when money or personal information is involved, verify requests using known contact information (not what’s in the message), and strengthen your logins with long, complex passwords plus multi-factor authentication—small steps that can make a major difference in protecting your business, your clients, and your community.

Watch the videos below for quick, practical tips to stay protected.

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS^®

WEEKLY NEWSLETTER | FEBRUARY 17, 2026

Top News

• CCAR Helping Hands Bingo Night! – Feb 25
• CCAR Annual Crab Feed – Mar 6
• Code of Ethics Violators
• In Memoriam: Jerry Feagley
• West County Marketing Meeting This Thursday
• Partition Law: How to Sell Property when Co-Owners
Disagree (Zoom) – Feb 25
• WCR: 2026 Vision Board Experience – Feb 20

MLS Updates

• Take Control of Your Listing Photos with “Mark as Private”
• REALTOR ® Optimized Laptops For Sale

REALTOR^® ACTION FUND (RAF)

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In Memoriam: Jerry Feagley

CCAR mourns the passing of member Jerry Feagley, who died on January 7, 2026. Licensed since 1966, Jerry built a six-decade career defined by integrity, personal service, and deep local knowledge. He was the Broker/Owner of Feagley Realtors, the Point Richmond boutique office he founded in 1974 with his wife, Jan, and served as President of the West County Board in 1985. He also helped develop 300+ residential and commercial properties across West Contra Costa County.

Guided by his motto, “After all, it is at the pleasure of our clients that we serve,” Jerry leaves a lasting legacy of professionalism and community commitment. Service information is pending and will be shared when available.

West County Marketing Meeting this Thursday

Join us for the CCAR West Marketing Meeting on Thursday, Feb. 19, 8:45–10:00am, at 500 Alfred Nobel Drive, Suite 265, Hercules. Our guest speaker is Marilyn Cunningham—CCAR Past President, newest Realtor of the Year, and a professional photographer—sharing tips for better MLS listing photos.

Enjoy breakfast burritos, plus fruit and beverages. Network, share upcoming listings, and learn something new!

Affiliates: To donate a drawing prize and promote your business, contact Steve Kendall at [email protected].

FEATURED COURSE: Partition Law – How to Sell Property When Co-Owners Disagree – Feb 25

Join us Tue, Feb. 25 at 10:00am (Zoom) for a class on partition actions—a legal process that can force the sale of jointly owned property when co-owners can’t agree. Often overlooked (and not a lot split), partition law can help resolve disputes between siblings, former partners, business associates, and other co-owners—and is increasingly relevant as co-ownership rises, especially among unmarried buyers. Ideal for real estate sales professionals looking to handle tough leads and gain an edge. Register on the CCAR Calendar >>

CCAR Helping Hands Bingo Night: Play, Dine, and Give Back – Next Wednesday!

Get ready for a night of bingo, pizza, and community fun next Wednesday! CCAR Helping Hands is hosting Bingo Night at St. Stephen Church in Walnut Creek on Feb. 25, from 4–7 PM, and you won’t want to miss it!

For $35, you’ll enjoy a slice of pizza, salad, a drink ticket (beer, wine, or soft drink), and five bingo sheets.

This night isn’t just about bingo and raffle prizes — it’s about coming together, having fun, and supporting the community. So grab your bingo buddies, bring your lucky charm, and join us for a great cause!

PURCHASE TICKETS >>

Crab, Champagne & a Great Cause – Help Support CCAR Scholarships & Helping Hands – Mar. 6

Text Code of Ethics typed on retro typewriter

Code of Ethics Violators

In an effort to make ethics violations and the disciplinary process more transparent, C.A.R. publishes 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 hearing panels, including the decisions published on C.A.R.’s website, cannot be used as authority by complainants or respondents and cannot provide guidance for current or future hearing panels. Instead…

WCR: 2026 Vision Board Experience – Feb 20

Register Here >>

REALTOR® Optimized Laptops For Sale

All laptops purchased from CCAR come with a 2-year warranty, data transfer, and RE setup included.
• Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 – $850.36 >>
• LG Gram 17 – Ai Ready – $1,845.36 >>

Take Control of Your Listing Photos with the
“Mark Private” Feature

We encourage you to retain photos on your listings until they are marked Sold in the MLS. Photos are an important part of a listing’s history and serve several key purposes.

Did you know that CCAR MLS Participants and Subscribers have the ability to mark listing photos as “Private” – giving you more control over how your listing images are shared. When photos are marked as Private, they remain visible within the MLS but are not distributed to public-facing websites.

This feature is especially valuable for members who rely on listing photos for comparables, appraisal, and research purposes, allowing you to preserve MLS access while protecting seller privacy and marketing strategy.

How to Mark Photos as Private:

Go to your listing under LISTINGS → Maintain Listing
Click on Add/Edit Pictures
Select the photos you want to mark as Private
Click ‘Mark Private’ in the top menu bar
Click Save and exit your listing

For questions or assistance, please contact CCAR Member Services at 925.295.1270.

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS^®

WEEKLY NEWSLETTER | FEBRUARY 10, 2026

CCAR Offices Closed: Mon, FEB. 16
in observance of Presidents Day

Top News

• Crab Feed Early Bird Ticket Pricing Extended 1 Week!
• CCAR Helping Hands Bingo Night! – Feb 25
• Unlock the Full Power of Your CCAR Membership
• In Memoriam: Capt Willard Randall Coyner, USAF (Ret)
• Partition Law: How to Sell Property when Co-Owners
Disagree (Zoom) – Feb 25

MLS Updates

• FAQ: New Law AB 723 – Disclosure Required for Digitally
Altered Property Images
• MLS Updates Coming Next Week – Feb 10
• REALTOR ® Optimized Laptops For Sale

REALTOR^® ACTION FUND (RAF)

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In Memoriam: Captain Willard Randall Coyner, USAF (ret)

We are saddened to share the passing of Captain Willard Randall “Randy” Coyner, USAF (Ret.), a valued CCAR member since 1990. Randy will be laid to rest with military honors at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery (VA Cemetery), 5810 Midway Road, Dixon, CA, on Thursday, February 12 at 11:30am.

A reception will follow on Friday, February 13 at 3:00pm at the Veterans Hall in Danville, where friends and loved ones are invited to gather, share memories, and celebrate Randy’s life.
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WCR: 2026 Vision Board Experience – Feb 20

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FEATURED COURSE: Partition Law – How to Sell Property When Co-Owners Disagree – Feb 25

Registration: Members register via the CCAR Calendar to receive the Zoom link. $30 for non-members.
CCAR Calendar >>

Crab Feed Early Bird Ticket Pricing Extended 1 Week!

Enjoy a delicious dinner at the Pleasant Hill Community Center on March 6 from 6–10pm, featuring fresh crab, tri-tip, and pasta—plus a complimentary glass of champagne to kick off the evening. The night also includes music from DJ Stallion, raffle and auction prizes, and the always-popular cake auction.

All tickets must be purchased in advance—no tickets will be sold at the door. Purchase your tickets by Feb. 16 and save $25 with Early Bird pricing (extended 1 week)!

This crab-tastic feast supports two amazing causes—CCAR Helping Hands and the CCAR Scholarship Foundation—so every bite (and every bid) makes a difference!

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CCAR Helping Hands Bingo Night: Play, Dine, and Give Back – Feb 25

Get ready for a night of bingo, pizza, and community fun! CCAR Helping Hands is hosting Bingo Night at St. Stephen Church in Walnut Creek on Wed, Feb. 25, from 4–7 PM, and you won’t want to miss it!

For $35, you’ll enjoy a slice of pizza, salad, a drink ticket (beer, wine, or soft drink), and five bingo sheets.

This night isn’t just about bingo and raffle prizes — it’s about coming together, having fun, and supporting the community. So grab your bingo buddies, bring your lucky charm, and join us for a great cause!

PURCHASE TICKETS >>

Unlock the Full Power of Your CCAR Membership!

Whether you’re just getting started in real estate or already a seasoned pro, your CCAR membership gives you the tools, resources, and support to take your business to the next level. From MLS innovations and legal guidance to education, advocacy, and everyday business perks, CCAR is here to help you save time, reduce risk, and strengthen your success.

Your membership also connects you to a powerful network of professionals and ensures your voice is heard at the local, state, and national levels—protecting both your business and the clients you serve.

To help you make the most of your membership, check out our Member Benefits Directory—your go-to guide for exclusive tools, services, and money-saving opportunities from CCAR, C.A.R., and NAR. Explore it today to discover even more ways to grow your business, boost your productivity, and thrive in every market!

CCAR Member Benefit: InfoSparks

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REALTOR® Optimized Laptops For Sale

All laptops purchased from CCAR come with a 2-year warranty, data transfer, and RE setup included.
Reminder: Support for Windows 10 ended on Oct. 14, 2025.
• Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 – $850.36 >>
• LG Gram 17 – Ai Ready – $1,845.36 >>

Take Control of Your Listing Photos with the
“Mark Private” Feature

How to Mark Photos as Private:

Go to your listing under LISTINGS → Maintain Listing
Click on Add/Edit Pictures
Select the photos you want to mark as Private
Click ‘Mark Private’ in the top menu bar
Click Save and exit your listing

For questions or assistance, please contact CCAR Member Services at 925.295.1270.

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New Law AB 723 – Disclosure Required for Digitally Altered Property Images & FAQ

Effective January 1, 2026, California Assembly Bill 723 requires real estate professionals to clearly disclose when images used in advertising or listings have been digitally altered and to provide access to the original, unaltered images when those altered images are made public.

Two new sections will be added to the CCAR MLS Rules and Regulations Effective Jan. 1. 2026

11.5.1 Definition of Digitally Altered Images – Defines digitally altered images as provided under California law.
11.5.2 Digitally Altered Images – Explains how digitally altered images must be treated when inputted in the MLS.

How Does this Affect Photograph Requirements in the MLS?
To support compliance with California’s new law regarding digitally altered property images (AB 723), CCAR will be implementing a standardized approach within the MLS.

Going forward, when a digitally altered image is used in a listing:

The digitally altered image must be displayed first,
The original, unaltered image must immediately follow, and
The altered image must include a photo label clearly disclosing that the image has been digitally altered.

To add a photo label within the MLS, please follow the instructions below:

Go to ‘Maintain Listing’;
Go to the ‘Add/Edit Pictures’ module;
Add listing photos and select ‘Add Label’ for the digitally altered images;
Type into the ‘Label’ field that the photo is digitally altered (i.e. “altered,” “digitally altered,” “AI altered,” or some accurate substantially similar term).

This approach allows the MLS to clearly present both versions of the image while maintaining transparency for consumers and consistency for Participants and Subscribers.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: What is a digitally altered image?
A: As a threshold matter, it is important to understand what is considered a digitally altered image under the new law. AB 723 defines “digitally altered image” as:

an image, created by or at the direction of the real estate broker or salesperson, or person acting on their behalf
that has been altered through the use of photo editing software or artificial intelligence
to add, remove, or change elements in the image, including, but not limited to, fixtures, furniture, appliances, flooring, walls, paint color, hardscape, landscape, façade, floor plans, and elements outside of, or visible from, the property, including, but not limited to, streetlights, utility poles, views through windows, and neighboring properties.

While AB 723’s definition of “digitally altered image” seems to mostly target items that are part of the property (e.g., fixtures) or features of the property (e.g., views through windows), real estate licensees should take note that the definition also includes furniture. This means that if a real estate licensee uses virtual staging to add, remove, or change furniture in the property, they will need to disclose that the images have been digitally altered.

Q: How do I disclose digitally altered images in the MLS?
A:

Go to ‘Maintain Listing’;
Go to the ‘Add/Edit Pictures’ module;
Add listing photos and select ‘Add Label’ for the digitally altered images;
Type into the ‘Label’ field that the photo is digitally altered (i.e. “altered,” “digitally altered,” “AI altered,” or some accurate substantially similar term).

Q: Do I need to upload both edited and unedited versions of a photo?
A: Yes. Ensure that the original, unaltered version is displayed immediately after the digitally altered image.

Q: Does this apply to listings entered before January 1, 2026?
A: Participants and Subscribers are encouraged to review current listings in the Active, Pending, and Hold statuses and make add necessary photo labels to disclose digitally altered images.

Q: What is NOT a digitally altered image?
A: Specifically excluded from the definition of “digitally altered images” are images “where only lighting, sharpening, white balance, color correction, angle, straightening, cropping, exposure, or other common photo editing adjustments are made that the not change the representation of the real property.”

Q: Does AB 723 apply to leases?
A: Yes, but only if the lease exceeds one year’s duration.

Q: Is virtual staging allowed?
A: Yes. Virtual staging is allowed, but virtually staged photos must be clearly labeled, and the unedited version must immediately follow each virtually staged photo.

Q: Who is responsible for compliance, the agent or the photographer?
A: The listing agent and broker are responsible for ensuring all listing content complies with MLS rules, regardless of who created or edited the photos.

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Spring Forward with CCAR Education

CCAR x Tony Robbins:
Discover Your Next Level with Stu Massengill! – Mar. 11

Weekly Jolt – 022426

Crab, Champagne & a Great Cause – Help Support CCAR Scholarships & Helping Hands – Mar. 6

CCAR x Tony Robbins:
Discover Your Next Level with Stu Massengill! – Mar. 11

Weekly Jolt – 021726

Crab, Champagne & a Great Cause – Help Support CCAR Scholarships & Helping Hands – Mar. 6

Code of Ethics Violators

Weekly Jolt – 021026

CCAR Helping Hands Bingo Night: Play, Dine, and Give Back – Feb 25

Unlock the Full Power of Your CCAR Membership!

New Law AB 723 – Disclosure Required for Digitally Altered Property Images & FAQ

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