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California Salespersons now have a new path to becoming Brokers with OnlineEd’s fully interactive, online courses. These textbook-free courses are designed to be mobile-friendly and comprehensive, offering a convenient way to advance to a Broker Licensee.
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Visit the CCAR Calendar to view/register for additional online training opportunities.

YPN Spotlight

Stay tuned for CCAR YPN’s first event of 2025,
coming this March!

How to Take Ownership of Your Time
By Nicole Slaughter Graham

Do you tell your clients that you’re available 24/7? Do you answer the phone no matter what time it is or who you’re with? Do you struggle to take time off?

In a business that doesn’t have standardized hours, it’s hard to set boundaries around your time, but not doing so can lead to unintended consequences. Time management is the latest topic of conversation on the latest episode of the Drive with NAR podcast’s REALTOR® to REALTOR® series. Host Marki Lemons Rhyal speaks with real estate professionals Vanessa Franz Barnes, CIPS, SRES and Natalie Davis, ABR, CRS, to learn more about their best tips for time management.

Lemons Rhyal starts the conversation acknowledging the fact that many real estate professionals tell they’re clients that they are available round the clock. She asks Franz Barnes and Davis their take on the subject.

Franz Barnes, who is an associate-broker with Keller Williams Realty in Celebration, Fla., noted that she sees many agents in the business struggling with the “always on” mindset and that she’s struggled with it herself. Over time, however, she’s learned that excellent customer service does not equate to being available all the time.

“It’s really two separate things. We can still provide exceptional customer service and an experience for them and have boundaries and time with our families,” she says…

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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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Fix It for Free at Walnut Creek’s Repair Café!

Reduce waste and give your household items a second life! Join experienced volunteers at Walnut Creek’s upcoming Repair Café on January 25 at the Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall, from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Get your items fixed for free and help promote sustainability!

REALTORS® donate $600,000 to two wildfire disaster relief funds

REALTORS^® in California and across the nation have launched a massive, industrywide fundraising effort to support those impacted by the Southern California wildfires. C.A.R. is contributing a combined $600,000 toward two REALTOR^®-sponsored charitable funds to help those who have incurred losses due to the wildfires and other disasters. C.A.R. is donating $300,000 to its Disaster Relief Fund, which provides grants to members of the REALTOR^® family — which includes more than 190,000 REALTORS^®, their staff and association staff. C.A.R. is currently providing grants of up to $10,000 to those who have suffered losses in the Southern California wildfires. Since the fund’s inception, C.A.R. has raised more than $2.7 million, thanks to the tremendous generosity of its REALTOR^® family and community members, and it has distributed $1.9 million in grants…
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The Bay Area’s Pacific Palisades: Cities at High Risk of Urban Firestorms

When California lawmakers sought an estimate of how much a worst-case-scenario fire might cost, experts identified three communities where impacts would be devastating. One was Pacific Palisades. The others were in the Bay Area…
Read More at the SF Chronicle >>

Crab, Champagne, and Charity:
CCAR’s Annual Crab Feed Fundraiser is Next Friday!

Get ready for a night of fun and flavor next Friday, January 31st!
Join us at the Pleasant Hill Community Center from 6:00 to 10:00pm for CCAR’s
24th Annual Crab Feed Fundraiser
– A Crustacean Celebration You Won’t Want to Miss!

We’re serving up delicious crab, tri-tip, and pasta with a complimentary glass of bubbly champagne, and an evening packed with fun! Get ready to dance the night away with our DJ, try your luck at the raffle and auction, and top it all off by bidding on one of the irresistible cakes during the exciting 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!

Don’t wait—tickets must be purchased in advance!
No tickets will be sold at the door, so grab yours now to secure your spot.

Purchase Tickets Here >>
Sponsorship Opportunities >>

Help California Wildfire Victims – Donate Now!

More than 100,000 Los Angeles residents have been displaced by one of the most devastating wildfires in California’s history. The need for immediate assistance is critical to help families recover and rebuild.

You can make a difference by supporting the REALTORS® Relief Foundation. Now through January 31, 2025, 100% of donations designated for California wildfire relief will go directly to helping victims and recovery efforts.

Give now:
  • “Read more” and scan the QR code
  • Text RRFCAStrong to 71777
  • Visit rrf.realtor

Every donation brings hope and relief. Please share and support today!

CCAR x Tony Robbins:
Kickoff 2025 STRONG with
Stu Massengill! – Feb. 12

Achieve Extraordinary Results with Tony Robbins’ Top National Trainer, Stu Massengill! Join us live on Zoom next Wed., Feb. 12, 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!

REGISTER NOW >>

New Fact Sheets Help Your Clients Stay Informed About Insurance

With nearly 500,000 California homes worth a combined $268 billion under serious risk from wildfires, and the issue growing more acute with each passing year, insurance companies are ramping up prices or outright refusing to renew policies in fire-prone areas. Use these materials to help your customers stay informed about protecting their homes, maintaining insurance coverage, and finding new policies when needed.

Important Updates to MLS Rules and Regulations – Effective January 27

To maintain the highest standards of efficiency, fairness, and usability within our MLS platform, new changes to the MLS Rules and Regulations will take effect on January 27. The updates are designed to streamline processes, enhance accuracy, and better support the needs of our members.

The rules affected are:
10.1.1 Coming Soon Listings
11.5 Photographs on MLS

Click Here to Read Complete Changes >>

REALTOR® Optimize Laptops For Sale

All Laptops purchased from CCAR receive a 2-year warranty, data transfer, and RE setup.
• HP 15.6″ Touchscreen – $833.40 >>
• Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga L13 – $718.41 >>
• LE Gram 16 Intel Evo Platform Touchscreen – $978.40 >>

C.A.R. to Hold Wildfire Resources Member Townhalls

C.A.R. President Heather Ozur, along with other C.A.R. leaders, will host a townhall to discuss how C.A.R. is supporting members during the Southern California wildfire crisis. This is also a great opportunity to ask questions and share valuable information with fellow members.
• Wednesday, January 22
• Tuesday, January 28

Additionally, C.A.R. understands that many members have pressing questions about transactions, insurance, price gouging, and other wildfire-related legal issues. To address these concerns, C.A.R.’s legal team will host two dedicated legal townhalls:
• Friday, January 24
• Thursday, January 30

Read More & Register >>

CCAR ANNUAL SPONSORS

Weekly Jolt – 011425

CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS^®

WEEKLY NEWSLETTER | JANUARY 14, 2025

CCAR Offices Closed: Mon., Jan. 20 in observance of MLK Jr. Day

Top News

• VIDEO: How to Minimize Fire Vulnerabilities
• Help Wildfire Victims – Donate Now
• CCAR Crab Feed Fundraiser – Jan. 31
• Tony Robbins: Kick Off 2025 Strong! – Feb. 12
• Insurance Protection for SoCal Wildfire Victims
• CCAR Restructures Budget & Finance Committee
• Updated LFRO Form

MLS Updates

• C.A.R. Issues a Warning About Price Gouging
• MLS Rules & Regulations Update Coming Jan. 27
• RE Optimized Laptops for Sale

Upcoming Education

Business Planning for the New Year for REALTORS®
Wed., Jan. 15 | 10:00am – 11:00am

Day of Giving: Alameda Food Bank
Wed., Jan. 15 | 12:30pm 1:30pm

Contact Activation & Loyalty to Win Listings
Wed., Jan. 15 | 1:00pm 2:00pm

The Truth Behind the Headlines
Thu., Jan. 16 | 10:00am 11:00am

License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., Jan. 17 | 9:30am – 12:00pm

C.A.R. Townhall for Brokers/Managers
Fri., Jan. 17 | 11:00am 12:30pm

Mobile MLS: Creating Hotsheets
Mon., Jan. 20 | 11:00am – 11:30am

BrokerBay: Schedule Showings for Clients & More!
Tue., Jan. 21 | 8:00am – 9:00am

zipForm : e-Signatures
Tue., Jan. 21 | 10:00am – 11:00am

zipForm: Live Q&A & Problem Solving
Tue., Jan. 21 | 10:00am – 11:00am

NAR’s Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) Designation (50% OFF)
Wed., Jan. 22 | 9:00am – 4:00pm

The 2025 Real Estate Roadmap: Trends, Tools, and Tactics for Success
Wed., Jan. 22 | 9:00am – 10:00am

Cloud CMA: How to Create a CMA
Wed., Jan. 22 | 11:00am – 12:00pm

Tech: State of Smart Homes in 2025
Wed., Jan. 22 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm

RPR: Intro to RPR – Searches, Stats, Reports & More!
Wed., Jan. 22 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm

1031 Exchange: Problems & Pitfalls
Thu., Jan. 23 | 10:00am – 11:00am

Mobile MLS: My Content, Property Watches & Listing Carts
Thu., Jan. 23 | 11:00am – 11:30am

Webcast: Social Media for Agents – Facebook, Instagram, TikTok & YouTube
Fri. Jan. 24 | ON DEMAND

OnlineEd Offers CA Salespersons
A Fast Track to Becoming Brokers

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

YPN Spotlight

Real Estate Lessons That We’re Taking Into 2025

With the start of the new year, now seems like the perfect time to review the real estate lessons learned in 2024 so that we can start 2025 out with a blueprint in mind. In 2024, house prices rose by 4.3%, mortgage rates hovered around 6% in the last quarter of the year, and low inventory levels remained a central market issue, leading some experts to assert that the 2024 market was one of the slowest in decades.

However, there are changes on the horizon in 2025, and some parties will reap the benefits. For starters, an estimated 1.1 million new homes are slated to be built in the next 12 months, giving buyers more options. Mortgage rates are projected to level or even drop, which could impact the cost of homeownership and bring buyers back into the market who were otherwise pushed out in previous years.

Things are projected to change in the commercial space as well, with an expected growth rate of over 7.5%.

Taking these factors into account, alongside lessons learned throughout 2024, below are some insights into practical best practices it may be worth applying to operations as you plan out your strategy for the next 12 months.

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Insurance Protection for SoCal Wildfire Victims

The Calif. Dept. of Insurance announced it is issuing a mandatory one-year moratorium on insurance non-renewals and cancellations for homeowners impacted by the Southern California wildfires.

Those within the perimeters or adjoining ZIP Codes of the Palisades and Eaton fires in Los Angeles County will be shielded for one year by the Governor’s January 7 emergency declaration regardless of whether they suffered a loss.
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CCAR Restructures Budget & Finance Committee

In December, CCAR Board of Directors approved a proposal to transfer the authority and duties of the Budget and Finance Committee to the Executive Committee, with the addition of the Chief Financial Officer (staff), and a Financial Subject Matter Expert. Trainees will also be appointed if warranted by the Executive Committee. This business practice eliminates operational redundancies and is also employed by other REALTOR® associations and organizations. This change is effective immediately.

View Organizational Charts >>

Updated LFRO Form

As of January 1, 2025, CCAR implemented a one-time $25 administrative fee for each salesperson newly designated as a Referral (LFRO) agent.
View Updated Form >>

How to Minimize Fire Vulnerabilities
Fire Chief Describes Wildfire Risk, Reduction and Insurance

Get practical insights for homeowner fire risk reduction and community-based wildfire mitigation practices.

View CAS Research Paper: Catastrophe Models for Wild Fire Mitigation >>

Help California Wildfire Victims – Donate Now!

You can make a difference by supporting the REALTORS® Relief Foundation. Now through January 31, 2025, 100% of donations designated for California wildfire relief will go directly to helping victims and recovery efforts.

Give now:
Scan the above QR code

Text RRFCAStrong to 71777

Visit rrf.realtor

Every donation brings hope and relief. Please share and support today!

Crack into Fun at CCAR’s 24th Annual Crab Feed – Jan. 31st!

Mark your calendars for Friday, January 31st and join us at the Pleasant Hill Community Center from 6:00 to 10:00pm for CCAR’s 24th Annual Crab Feed Fundraiser

We’re serving up delicious crab, tri-tip, and pasta with a complimentary glass of bubbly champagne, and an evening packed with fun! Get ready to dance the night away with our DJ, try your luck at the raffle and auction, and top it all off by bidding on one of the irresistible cakes during the exciting 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!

PURCHASE TICKETS >>

CCAR x Tony Robbins:
Kickoff 2025 STRONG with
Stu Massengill! – Feb. 12

Important Updates to MLS Rules and Regulations – Effective January 27

The rules affected are:
10.1.1 Coming Soon Listings
11.5 Photographs on MLS

Click Here to Read Complete Changes >>

REALTOR® Optimize Laptops For Sale

C.A.R. issues a warning about price gouging

The CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.) has been made aware of some rental listings, both on and off the MLS, where lease prices have increased by 25 percent or more since the onset of the wildfires in Southern California. REALTORS® should be aware and advise their clients that raising the price of essential goods and services, including housing, by more than 10 percent during a state of emergency violates California’s anti-price gouging statute and is prohibited by law.

Many evacuees and homeowners who have lost their properties are in urgent need of housing. In these circumstances, real estate professionals have a responsibility to ensure rental prices remain fair and compliant with California’s Penal Code 396(e), which prohibits increasing the rental price advertised, offered or charged for housing by more than 10 percent after a declaration of emergency.

C.A.R. has created the following resources to help address price gouging:
Landlord Tenant: Price Gouging and Eviction During a Declared Emergency >>
Quick Guide: Rent Increases >>

CCAR ANNUAL SPONSORS

Weekly Jolt – 010725

CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS^®

WEEKLY NEWSLETTER | JANUARY 7, 2025

Top News

• CCAR Crab Feed Fundraiser – Jan. 31
• New Director, Treasurer Appointed to CCAR Board
• Tony Robbins: Kick Off 2025 Strong! – Feb. 12
• WCR Elevate Your Health & Business – Jan. 13
• Bay View “Brokers Open” – Jan. 14
• C.A.R. “Make it Your Own” Content Studio

MLS Updates

• Mortgage Rates Reach Highest Point Since July
• MLS Rules & Regulations Update Coming Jan. 27
• C.A.R. Transaction Coordinator
• RE Optimized Laptops for Sale

Upcoming Education

FEATURED: Business Planning for the New Year for REALTORS®
Wed., Jan. 15 | 10:00am – 11:00am

Welcome to RPR!
Wed., Jan. 8 | 9:00am – 10:00am

Cloud CMA: How to Create a CMA
Wed., Jan. 8 | 11:00am – 12:00pm

MLS: Paragon’s Collaboration Center
Thu., Jan. 9 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Realtor.com: Agent Profile Basics
Mon., Jan. 13 | 9:00am – 9:30am

MLS: Paragon’s Collaboration Center
Mon., Jan. 13 | 11:00am – 11:30am

zipForm: Create a Purchase Transaction
Tue., Jan. 14, | 10:00am – 11:00am

January Legal Live Webinar
Tue., Jan. 14, | 1:30pm – 2:30pm

Intro to zipForm – Transaction Management
Tue., Jan. 14, | 2:00pm 4:00pm

Business Planning for the New Year for REALTORS®
Wed., Jan. 15 | 10:00am – 11:00am

Day of Giving: Alameda Food Bank
Wed., Jan. 15 | 12:30pm 1:30pm

Contact Activation & Loyalty to Win Listings
Wed., Jan. 15 | 1:00pm 2:00pm

The Truth Behind the Headlines
Thu., Jan. 16 | 10:00am 11:00am

License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., Jan. 17 | 9:30am – 12:00pm

C.A.R. Townhall for Brokers/Managers
Fri., Jan. 17 | 11:00am 12:30pm

OnlineEd Offers CA Salespersons
A Fast Track to Becoming Brokers

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

PAY 2025 Member DUES

Thank you for making CCAR your primary membership resource. Your success is our priority, and we are committed to providing you with the resources you need to achieve the highest levels of professionalism.

2025 CCAR, C.A.R., and NAR membership dues were due by 5pm on Jan. 2, 2025 and are now past due. Please pay promptly to avoid additional fees and potential suspension of your membership.

Your membership dues give you access to thousands of dollars in benefits and services, along with the political backing and collective buying power of one of the most influential professional trade associations in the United States.

Learn More About Your Member Benefits >>
Pay Membership Dues >>

Invest in RAF – Win up to a $1,500 Amazon Gift Card >>

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WCR: Elevate Your Health & Business with LaTahsa Renee – Jan. 13

Unlock your full potential in 2025 by mastering your health and hormones. Join Functional Medicine Practitioner and Certified Personal Trainer LaTasha Renée as she shares how prioritizing wellness can elevate your energy, focus, and success in business and beyond.
Register Now >>

Bay View “Brokers Open” – Discover, Network, and Learn! – Jan. 14

Join CCAR Affiliate Meritage Homes for a Bay View “Brokers Open” on Tue., Jan. 14, from 4:00–6:00pm at 4102 Markovich Ct., Richmond. Explore four stunning floorplans with bay and golf course views, learn about Meritage Homes’ innovative REALTOR®-focused model, and discover exclusive buyer incentives. Enjoy complimentary food, drinks, and networking. RSVP by Jan. 12 to [email protected] or 562.454.9613. Don’t miss this VIP event!

Learn More >>

Quickly Create Marketing Videos with C.A.R.’s “Make it Your Own” Content Studio

C.A.R.’s new “Dear California Dream” campaign lets you personalize videos and tools to build your brand and inspire clients. Use Content Studio to easily create or customize videos, showcasing your expertise and helping clients achieve their California Dream.
Try it Today! >>

Crack into Fun at CCAR’s
24th Annual Crab Feed – Jan. 31st!

Mark your calendars for Friday, January 31st and join us at the Pleasant Hill Community Center from 6:00 to 10:00pm for CCAR’s 24th Annual Crab Feed Fundraiser
– A Crustacean Celebration You Won’t Want to Miss!

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!

Don’t wait—tickets must be purchased in advance! No tickets will be sold at the door, so grab yours now to secure your spot.

Purchase Tickets Here >>
Sponsorship Opportunities >>

New Directors, Treasurer Appointed to CCAR Board

Three positions on the 2025 CCAR Board of Directors have been vacated, including the Treasurer. In accordance with CCAR Bylaws (Jun 2024) Section 10, Vacancies, the following members have been approved by the Board to fill the vacancies:

• Judy Myers (term ends 12/26)
replaces Treasurer Peter MacLennan
• Leslie Manzone (term ends 12/25)
replaces Aeysha Corio, Director-at-Large
• Rolanda Wilson (term ends (12/26)
replaces Murrey Kehrlein,
Director-at-Large

Directors will be sworn in at the Association inaugural ceremony on Saturday.

CCAR BYLAWS >>

CCAR BOARD OF DIRECTORS >>

CCAR x Tony Robbins:
Kickoff 2025 STRONG with
Stu Massengill! – Feb. 12

Important Updates to MLS Rules and Regulations – Effective January 27

The rules affected are:
10.1.1 Coming Soon Listings
11.5 Photographs on MLS

Click Here to Read Complete Changes >>

C.A.R. Transaction Coordinator – New zipForm Member Benefit

Invite your Assistant or Transaction Coordinator into your zipForm account where they can manage transactions seamlessly on your behalf based on the permissions assigned to them. This C.A.R. Member Benefit provides customized access, empowering your TC to keep real estate transactions on track.
Read More >>

REALTOR® Optimize Laptops For Sale

Mortgage Rates Reach Highest Point Since July

Freddie Mac’s latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®) reports that the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) has risen to 6.91% as of January 2, 2025, its highest level in nearly six months. This marks an increase from last week’s 6.85% and significantly higher than the 6.62% rate a year ago.

The 15-year FRM also rose to 6.13%, up from 6.0% last week and 5.89% a year ago. Despite elevated rates and affordability challenges, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist, Sam Khater, noted increased buyer activity, as reflected in rising pending home sales.

Freddie Mac’s PMMS® focuses on conventional loans for creditworthy borrowers and highlights its ongoing mission to support affordability, stability, and equity in the housing market since 1970.

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MLS Rules & Regulations Changes – Effective Jan. 27

To maintain the highest standards of efficiency, fairness, and usability within our MLS platform, new changes to the MLS Rules and Regulations will take effect on January 27. These updates are designed to streamline processes, enhance accuracy, and better support the needs of our members.

Changes noted in red.

10.1.1 Coming Soon Listings – Restrictions Related to Coming Soon Status. 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 in 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.

It is optional to place your listing into a Coming Soon Status.
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.
The MLS requirement of unilateral offer of compensation still applies while in “Coming Soon” status.
The Coming Soon listing will automatically be placed in a “Cancelled – Coming Soon” after 30 days of entry.
Coming Soon listings will be viewable to all MLS Participants.
Coming Soon listings will not be syndicated unless approved by MMG out to other websites.
Coming Soon listings will not be included in the IDX and RETS feeds.
Coming Soon listings are not allowed to have open houses or be placed on broker tours in the MLS.
Coming Soon listings are only searchable within the Paragon MLS.
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.
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).
Agent showing is allowed.
Once Coming Soon status is entered, public marketing is allowed.
Allow Coming Soon data to be in Broker back-office feeds (no front-facing data component) (Brokerages own data only)
Photos are optional.

11.5 Photographs on MLS

At least one (1) photo or graphic image of the front exterior of the property accurately displaying the listed property (except where sellers expressly direct in writing that photographs of their property not appear in the MLS compilations) is required to be posted on the MLS within 1 day of submission of the listing in all categories other than business opportunity and Lots and Land and Coming Soon status.

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS^®

WEEKLY NEWSLETTER | DECEMBER 30, 2024

Happy New Year!
CCAR Offices Closed:
Tue., Dec. 31 & Wed., Jan. 1

Time’s Ticking: Complete Your Ethics Training Before The End of the Month!

Days

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

Check your Code of Ethics status >>

Top News

• 2025 Inaugural Celebration – Jan. 11, 2025
• Complete Your Ethics Requirement By Dec. 31
• CCAR Crab Feed Fundraiser – Jan. 31
• Create Your Own Marketing Videos with C.A.R.’s ShareU
• REALTOR® Store Winter Sale

MLS Updates

• C.A.R. December 2024 Forms Release Update
• MLS Rules & Regulations Update Coming Jan. 27
• C.A.R. Transaction Coordinator
• RE Optimized Laptops for Sale

Upcoming Education

FEATURED: Business Planning for the New Year for REALTORS®
Wed., Jan. 15 | 10:00am – 11:00am

Paragon Connect: Homepage Navigation
Mon., Jan. 6 | 11:00am – 11:20am

zipForm: Create a Listing Transaction
Tue. Jan. 7 | 10:00am – 11:00am

MLS: Intro to Paragon MLS
Tue. Jan. 7 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Welcome to RPR!
Wed., Jan. 8 | 9:00am – 10:00am

Cloud CMA: How to Create a CMA
Wed., Jan. 8 | 11:00am – 12:00pm

MLS: Paragon’s Collaboration Center
Thu., Jan. 9 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm

zipForm: Create a Purchase Transaction
Tue., Jan. 14, | 10:00am – 11:00am

Intro to zipForm – Transaction Management
Tue., Jan. 14, | 2:00pm 4:00pm

Business Planning for the New Year for REALTORS®
Wed., Jan. 15 | 10:00am – 11:00am

Day of Giving: Alameda Food Bank
Wed., Jan. 15 | 12:30pm 1:30pm

The Truth Behind the Headlines
Thu., Jan. 16 | 10:00am 11:00am

License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., Jan. 17 | 9:30am – 12:00pm

C.A.R. Townhall for Brokers/Managers
Fri., Jan. 17 | 11:00am 12:30pm

OnlineEd Offers CA Salespersons
A Fast Track to Becoming Brokers

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

PAY 2025 Member DUES by Jan. 2

2025 CCAR, C.A.R., and NAR membership dues are now payable and must be submitted by 5pm on Jan. 2, 2025.

Learn More About Your Member Benefits >>
Pay Membership Dues >>

Invest in RAF – Win up to a $1,500 Amazon Gift Card >>

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Quickly Create Marketing Videos with C.A.R.’s “Make it Your Own” Content Studio

C.A.R. has built your new ad campaign, “Dear California Dream”, to be customized and personalized by you. Build your brand and your client’s confidence in achieving their California Dream with simple, customizable videos and tools. This is your space to create your own content and show your expertise. With Content Studio, you’ll learn how to easily make videos of your own to add to the new campaign and share with your clients. You can even upload your own videos to be customized.
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Don’t Miss the 2024 REALTOR® Store Winter Sale!

Now through Dec. 31, save up to 25% on select products to help you finish the year strong. From best-selling publications to revenue-boosting webinars, your REALTOR® Store has everything you need—at exclusive member pricing. Don’t wait, shop now!
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Be Part of the Celebration!
Purchase Your Inaugural Tickets By January 5th!

Join us on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at the Blackhawk Auto Museum for an unforgettable evening at our annual Inaugural Dinner and Award Celebration, themed “Radiating Real Estate Excellence.”

This special event will honor our exceptional award recipients, celebrate the installation of 2025 President Zina Hall and the Board of Directors, and bring our community together for an evening of delicious food, lively camaraderie, and plenty of dancing.

Be sure to purchase your tickets by Sunday, January 5, to secure your spot at this sparkling celebration.

Come dressed to impress and ready to shine as we toast to the accomplishments of the past year and look forward to the bright future ahead. Let’s celebrate the power of our community and our shared commitment to real estate excellence.

Don’t miss this incredible evening of recognition, connection, and celebration—we can’t wait to see you there!

Purchase Tickets Here >>
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Ethics Training Must Be Complete By Dec. 31st

Did you know that almost half of CCAR REALTOR® members still need to check off their ethics training? Don’t fall behind! Every REALTOR® must complete 2.5 hours of ethics training every three years, and the current cycle ends in 2 weeks! Skip it, and you risk suspension and eventual termination of your CCAR, C.A.R., and NAR memberships.

Need to check your status? Log into your NAR account, click your name in the upper right, select “Manage Account,” and head to the “My Education” tab.

STILL NEED TO COMPLETE IT??
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Crack into Fun at CCAR’s 24th Annual Crab Feed – Jan. 31st!

Important Updates to MLS Rules and Regulations – Effective January 27

The rules affected are:
10.1.1 Coming Soon Listings
11.5 Photographs on MLS

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C.A.R. December 2024 Forms Release Update

C.A.R. released new forms on Dec. 17. The forms consist of six new forms, the revision of 60 existing forms, and the retirement of two forms.

NEW: The new forms include Cancellation of Agency Confirmation, Estimated Closing Costs worksheets for the buyer and the seller, Increased Deposit Addendum, Transfer of Buyer Representation Agreement, and Offer of Tenant Positive Rental Payment Reporting.

REVISED: The revisions include an update to the RPA and all the conforming purchase agreements, as well as an update to older forms in order to comply with the policy to review all forms that are more than four years old, among other changes. The update to the RPA includes moving the increased deposit language into its own separate addendum since it is rarely used and incorporating the concepts for the seller paying the buyer’s broker into the terms of the RPA, rather than having to bring in the separate SPRP form. Additionally, the MLSA has been modified to contain the necessary provisions related to complying with the model MLS rules for excluding a property from the MLS.

RETIRED: Because of the changes made to the RPA and MLSA, two forms have been retired. The SPBB was retired, and the relevant provisions have been modified and incorporated into paragraph 3G(3) of the RPA. The SELM has also been retired since it is duplicative of the information and instructions contained within the MLSA, which will be used in its place going forward when submitting to the CCAR Compliance Department.

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