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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     OCTOBER 5, 2021

Click a title below to view detailed contents by topic.
Education contains a list of upcoming classes.

•  A Message From The President
•  CCAR’s Big Event – Next Wednesday
•  CCAR Award Nominations Due Nov. 5
•  C.A.R. REimagine Virtual Conference & Expo
•  Pro Standards & Grievance Committee Apps
    Due Friday

•  New Paragon MLS Search Field
•  Listing Input Message – ShowingTime

FEATURED: How to Be Fair in Fair Housing:
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Thu., Oct. 14  |  10:00am – 12:00pm

FEATURED: Fire Hardening & Defensible Space Advisory Training by C.A.R.’s Gov Hutchinson
Wed., Oct. 27  |  1:30 – 2:30pm

Help Buyers in Low Inventory Markets
Wed., Oct. 6  |  12:00 – 1:00pm

The NEW California Residential Purchase Agreement (REVEI)
Wed., Oct. 6  |  10:00am – 1:00pm

Help Buyers in Low Inventory Markets
Wed., Oct. 6  |  12:00 – 1:00pm

Intro to Listing Input & Maintenance
Wed., Oct. 6  |  1:00 – 3:00pm

Using Market Data with Remine Pro
Thu., Oct. 7  |  11:00 – 11:30am

Paragon Connect: MLS Mobile
Fri., Oct. 8  |  11:00 – 12:00pm

Getting Started with LionDesk CRM
Mon., Oct. 11  |  11:30am – 12:15pm

Intro to CMA Reports using Cloud CMA
Mon., Oct. 11  |  1:00 – 3:00pm

Supra eKEY Features
Tue., Oct. 12  |  8:30am – 9:30pm

Auto Notifications using Collaboration Center
Tue., Oct. 12  |  9:30 – 11:30am

Sign Documents Electronically in zipForm
Tue. Oct. 12  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Residential Listing Agreement (REVEI)
Wed., Oct. 13  |  10:00am – 1:00pm

NAR Financial Wellness Presents: Managing Debt
Wed., Oct. 13  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Click here to request 1:1 CCAR Training.

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

Click here for a printable education calendar.

Contra Costa Vaccine Appointment Request Form
CCAR COVID-19 Updates on ccartoday.com
C.A.R. COVID-19 Updates
Contra Costa COVID-19 Updates

+ CCAR CALENDAR

2022 Committee Registration

Want to become more involved in your Association next year? Why not join a committee? CCAR is now accepting applications to join most of our committees. There are 5 to choose from, including Affiliate & Events, Helping Hands, Local Government Relations, MLS & Technology, and Young Professionals Network.

REGISTER >>

DON’T FORGET! For REALTOR® membership and to avoid suspension of all Board/Association privileges, you must complete your Code of Ethics training by December 31, 2021! 

BROKER TOWN HALL – OCT. 20

Wed., Oct. 20  |  1:00pm – 3:00pm  | CCAR Districts 2 & 4
CCAR Districts 2 and 4 Brokers and Office Managers are invited to a virtual Town Hall meeting via Zoom on Wednesday, October 20th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. CCAR Districts 2 and 4 include: Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Canyon, Danville, San Ramon, Alamo and Diablo. Join us online to get the latest CCAR news and updates!

REGISTER >>

Woman’s Council of REALTORS®
Save the date – Nov. 19

A Message From The President

2021 CCAR President Greg Souza discusses the CCAR Big Event, Richmond building updates, CCAR Districts 2 & 4 Broker Town Hall, C.A.R. Meetings & REimagine, the CCAR Centennial Celebration, and an Elected Official Reception update.

The BIG Event Membership Meeting Tomorrow!

Registration closes at 12pm on Wednesday, October 13th. CCAR Members, you can´t miss this rare opportunity to hear first-hand from a leading industry resource, Joel Singer, C.A.R. CEO! He will discuss the 2022 Housing Market forecast and housing supply conditions. Also featuring a legal update from Gov Hutchinson, C.A.R´s Assistant General Counsel; and a timely message from Dave Walsh, 2021 C.A.R. President. CCAR Members only, registration required.

REGISTER >>

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Recognize Excellence:
Submit Your CCAR Award Nominations Today!

Every year CCAR honors distinguished members with awards for their outstanding service to the industry, association and community. Recipients are nominated by fellow members and executives, then confirmed by the Board of Directors. Awards will be presented at CCAR’s annual inaugural event on January 11, 2025.
 

2023 Recipients:
REALTOR® of the Year:
Tyra Wright
Affiliate of the Year:
Kim Falahati
President’s Community Service Award:
Ruthie Abelson Olivas
Emeritus Member:
Carylon Dopp

 
REALTOR® of the Year Form >>
Affiliate of the Year Form >>
Community Service Award Form >>

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C.A.R. REimagine! Conference and Expo – Sep. 19-21

Learn from speakers comprised of top company executives, social media and marketing experts, successful practitioners, industry leader and innovators at this FREE, FUN, educational, experience in Anaheim, to stay ahead in your business!

Learn valuable and essential information for your business from CEOs, VPs, thought leaders, subject matter experts and top producers. Whether you’re a new agent or an industry veteran, you’ll walk away with actionable takeaways, new perspectives and a wealth of information.

REGISTER >>

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Apply for 2025 Pro Standards & Grievance Committee

Apply now if you are interested and qualify for serving on the 2025 Professional Standards or Grievance Committees.

Additionally, we are accepting requests from REALTOR® members applying for the Professional Standards Committee who are interested in serving on its sub-committees as a mediator and/or an ethics advocate.

The new term begins January 1, 2024 and Applications are due by October 18, 2024.

For more information contact Gail Hargis at [email protected].

VIEW APPLICATION >>

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LAPTOPS ON SALE:

Online Continuing Education

MLS UPDATE:

New Paragon MLS Search Field Launching Oct. 5

To ensure you have access to all data from the NorCal MLS Alliance, a new field will launch in Paragon October 5th. This new “Total Number of Garage & Parking Space” field will be located to the “Garage Space” field when searching and will include the following tooltip:

“Total parking is the complete sum of all places you have sole right to put a…

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C.A.R. REimagine! Conference and Expo – Sep. 19-21

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TUESDAY - THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 - 21

Learn from speakers comprised of top company executives, social media and marketing experts, successful practitioners, industry leader and innovators at this FREE, FUN, educational, interactive experience in Anaheim, to stay ahead in your business!

Learn valuable and essential information for your business from CEOs, VPs, thought leaders, subject matter experts and top producers. Whether you’re a new agent or an industry veteran, you’ll walk away with actionable takeaways, new perspectives and a wealth of information.

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Weekly Jolt – 092821

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Click a title below to view detailed contents by topic.
Education contains a list of upcoming classes.

•  CCAR Centennial Celebration Photos 
•  The Big Event Membership Meeting – Oct. 13
•  Property Management Legal Open Forum – Sep 30
•  C.A.R. REimagine Virtual Conference & Expo
•  Pro Standards & Grievance Committees Application

•  New Paragon MLS Search Field
•  Listing Input Message – ShowingTime

7 Keys to Lifetime Clients
Thu., Sep. 30  |  10:00 – 11:00am

C.A.R.: Helping Buyers Finance the American Dream
Wed., Sep. 29  |  10am – 12pm

California Standard Disclosures for Residential RE
Wed., Sep. 29  |  10am – 1pm

zipForm Mobile
Wed., Sep. 29  |  12 – 1pm

Builders Update Agent Training
Thu., Sep. 30  |  10 – 10:30am

License Renewal Crash Course (REVEI)
Fri., Oct. 1  |  9:30 am – 12:30pm

C.A.R. Presents: Fair Housing Issues
Fri., Oct. 1  |  10 – 11am

Getting Started with Homesnap Pro
Mon. Oct. 4  |  10 – 10:30am

Intro to Paragon
Tue., Oct. 5  |  9:30 – 11:30am

Help Buyers in Low Inventory Markets
Wed., Oct. 6  |  12 – 1pm

Intro to Listing Input & Maintenance
Wed., Oct. 6  |  1 – 3pm

Click here to request 1:1 CCAR Training.

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

Click here for a printable education calendar.

Contra Costa Vaccine Appointment Request Form
CCAR COVID-19 Updates on ccartoday.com
C.A.R. COVID-19 Updates
Contra Costa COVID-19 Updates

+ CCAR CALENDAR

DON’T FORGET! For REALTOR® membership and to avoid suspension of all Board/Association privileges, you must complete your Code of Ethics training by December 31, 2021! 

Broker Town Hall – sep. 29

Wed., Sep. 29  |  1:00pm – 3:00pm  | CCAR Districts 1 & 3
CCAR Districts 1 and 3 Brokers and Office Managers are invited to a virtual Town Hall meeting via Zoom this Wednesday, September 29th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. District 1 includes: Walnut Creek and Rossmoor; District 3 includes: Concord, Pleasant Hill, Martinez, Clayton, Clyde, and Pacheco. Join us online to get the latest CCAR news and updates as well as a City of Concord update from Mayor Tim McGallian.

WCR MOTIVATIONAL TALK – Sep. 30

Virtual Olympic Sized Motivational Talk
Thu., Sep. 30  |  9:30am – 11:00am
WCR presents Duke Zielinski, Consultant to the Olympics and former Olympians Karen and Sarah Josephson, 1988 Silver Medalists and 1992 Gold Medalists in Synchronized Swimming. Learn what it takes to maintain high mental acumen while performing at your best as well as listening to experiences of Olympians and what it took to compete at that high level.

Realtor® safety month

REALTORS® are traditionally among the most vulnerable professionals at work in the field, but also have some of the most valued resources in times of crisis. During September’s REALTOR® Safety Month take time out of your busy schedule to learn how to stay safer in your profession. 

Safety Training Opportunities
   • NAR REALTOR® Safety Training: On-Demand
  • CE Shop Safety Courses: Anytime Online

Disclaimer & Disclosure Advisory & Addenda Updates Now Available

New updates to the El Cerrito, Hercules, San Pablo, Pinole, Richmond, and Unincorporated Addenda, and the Contra Costa Disclaimer & Disclosure Advisory are now available on the CCAR website. Updated forms on zipForm® and Glide will also be available soon.

Click here to log in and access.

CCAR Centennial Celebration Photo Album

Thank you everyone that joined us in celebrating our Centennial Anniversary at the Pleasant Hill Community Center last week!

View Photos from the Event >>

Thank you to our Sponsors:
         

The BIG Event Membership Meeting Tomorrow!

Registration closes at 12pm on Wednesday, October 13th. CCAR Members, you can´t miss this rare opportunity to hear first-hand from a leading industry resource, Joel Singer, C.A.R. CEO! He will discuss the 2022 Housing Market forecast and housing supply conditions. Also featuring a legal update from Gov Hutchinson, C.A.R´s Assistant General Counsel; and a timely message from Dave Walsh, 2021 C.A.R. President. CCAR Members only, registration required.

REGISTER >>

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House for rent

Property Management Legal Open Forum – Sep. 30

Property Managers and landlords, the Statewide Eviction Moratorium expires this Thursday, September 30 and C.A.R. wants to make sure you have all the information. On Thursday, September 30 at 11:15am, C.A.R. will be hosting as part of their Reimagine Expo, the Property Management Legal Open Forum where you will receive an update and more information. C.A.R. Members only, registration required.

REGISTER >>

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C.A.R. REimagine! Conference and Expo – Sep. 19-21

Learn from speakers comprised of top company executives, social media and marketing experts, successful practitioners, industry leader and innovators at this FREE, FUN, educational, experience in Anaheim, to stay ahead in your business!

Learn valuable and essential information for your business from CEOs, VPs, thought leaders, subject matter experts and top producers. Whether you’re a new agent or an industry veteran, you’ll walk away with actionable takeaways, new perspectives and a wealth of information.

REGISTER >>

Read More »

Apply for 2025 Pro Standards & Grievance Committee

Apply now if you are interested and qualify for serving on the 2025 Professional Standards or Grievance Committees.

Additionally, we are accepting requests from REALTOR® members applying for the Professional Standards Committee who are interested in serving on its sub-committees as a mediator and/or an ethics advocate.

The new term begins January 1, 2024 and Applications are due by October 18, 2024.

For more information contact Gail Hargis at [email protected].

VIEW APPLICATION >>

Read More »

LAPTOPS ON SALE:

Online Continuing Education

MLS UPDATE:

New Paragon MLS Search Field Launching Oct. 5

To ensure you have access to all data from the NorCal MLS Alliance, a new field will launch in Paragon October 5th. This new “Total Number of Garage & Parking Space” field will be located to the “Garage Space” field when searching and will include the following tooltip:

“Total parking is the complete sum of all places you have sole right to put a…

Read More »

Weekly Jolt – 092121

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Click a title below to view detailed contents by topic.
Education contains a list of upcoming classes.

•  CCAR’s Centennial Celebration – This Thursday!
•  2021 Wildfires Insurance Recovery Forum – Sep. 22
•  Serve on Pro Standards or Grievance Committees

•  New Paragon MLS Search Field
•  Listing Input Message – ShowingTime

FEATURED: C.A.R. Fair Housing & Diversity Forum
with CEO Joel Singer
Tue., Sep. 28  |  10:00 – 11:00am

Intro to RPR® – REALTORS Property Resource
Wed., Sep. 22  |  9:30 – 11:30am

Industrial Property Sales/Lease
Wed., Sep. 22  |  10:00 – 12:00pm

Office Sales and Leases
Wed., Sep. 22  |  12:30 – 2:30pm

Partner w/ Builders and Keep Your Commission
Thu., Sep. 23  |  8:00 – 9:00am

Intro to Listing Input & Maintenance
Thu., Sep. 23  |  9:30 – 11:30am

Learn to List/Sell Bankruptcy Properties
Thu., Sep. 23  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

NAR Code of Ethics Training
Fri., Sep. 24  |  9:30am – 12:30pm

Send Auto-Notifications to Clients (Collab Center)
Mon., Sep. 27  |  1:00 – 3:00pm

Prospecting with RPR®
Tue., Sep. 28  |  9:00 – 9:45am

New Home Market Update
Tue., Sep. 28  |  9:00 – 10:00am

Intro to Transactions (zipForm Edition)
Tue., Sep. 28  |  1:00 – 3:00pm

C.A.R.: Financing the American Dream
Wed., Sep. 29  |  10:00am – 12:00pm

Residential Disclosures (REVEI)
Wed., Sep. 29  |  10:00am – 1:00pm

zipForm Mobile
Wed., Sep. 29  |  12:00 – 1:00pm

Click here to request 1:1 CCAR Training.

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

Click here for a printable education calendar.

Contra Costa Vaccine Appointment Request Form
CCAR COVID-19 Updates on ccartoday.com
C.A.R. COVID-19 Updates
Contra Costa COVID-19 Updates

+ CCAR CALENDAR

+ RICHMOND BUILDING SURVEY

AVOID Suspension – Sep. 24

Code of Ethics Virtual Training: FREE
Fri., Sep. 24  |  9:30am – 12:30pm
DON’T FORGET! For REALTOR® membership and to avoid suspension of all Board/Association privileges, you must complete your Code of Ethics training by December 31, 2021! 

WCR MOTIVATIONAL TALK – Sep. 30

Virtual Olympic Sized Motivational Talk
Thu., Sep. 30  |  9:30am – 11:00am
WCR presents Duke Zielinski, Consultant to the Olympics and former Olympians Karen and Sarah Josephson, 1988 Silver Medalists and 1992 Gold Medalists in Synchronized Swimming. Learn what it takes to maintain high mental acumen while performing at your best as well as listening to experiences of Olympians and what it took to compete at that high level.

Realtor® safety month

REALTORS® are traditionally among the most vulnerable professionals at work in the field, but also have some of the most valued resources in times of crisis. During September’s REALTOR® Safety Month take time out of your busy schedule to learn how to stay safer in your profession. 

Safety Training Opportunities
   • NAR REALTOR® Safety Training: On-Demand
  • CE Shop Safety Courses: Anytime Online
  • Agent Essentials: Staying Safe: Anytime Online
  • Practice in a Pandemic World: Anytime Online

The Big Event – oct. 13

CCAR Annual Membership Meeting
Wed., Oct. 13  |  1:00pm – 4:30pm
You can´t miss this rare opportunity to hear first-hand from leading industry resources, Dave Walsh, C.A.R. 2021 President, Joel Singer, C.A.R. CEO and Gov Hutchinson, C.A.R. Assistant General Counsel.

Join Us This Thursday For Our Safe and Festive Event!

You’re invited to join CCAR members, leadership and guests to celebrate 100 Years of Excellence at the CCAR Centennial Celebration this Thursday, September 23rd at the Pleasant Hill Community Center from 4:00-7:00 pm.

CCAR MEMBERS REGISTER ON THE CCAR CALENDAR >>
CCAR NON-MEMBERS REGISTER HERE >>

We want to remind you that in accordance with the recent Contra Costa County health order HO-COVID19-57, guests 12 years and older are required to show appropriate proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test results within 72 hours of the event to enter the indoor portion of the facility for the purpose of dining and drinking. Those who are not vaccinated or cannot provide proof of a negative test may enjoy all the outdoor festivities, food and beverage service, but may not enter the building except to use the bathroom facilities. All will be required to wear a mask when indoors.
 
We look forward to celebrating a safe and festive event with you, your families and guests!

Sponsored by:
         

2021 Wildfires Virtual Insurance Recovery Forum – Sep. 22

Join CA Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara on Sep. 22 from 6:00 – 7:00pm for a 2021 Wildfires Virtual Insurance Recovery Forum. Learn about services and resources available through the Department of Insurance and their partner United Policyholders, that will help you navigate your homeowners insurance recovery efforts including information on how to…

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Apply for 2025 Pro Standards & Grievance Committee

Apply now if you are interested and qualify for serving on the 2025 Professional Standards or Grievance Committees.

Additionally, we are accepting requests from REALTOR® members applying for the Professional Standards Committee who are interested in serving on its sub-committees as a mediator and/or an ethics advocate.

The new term begins January 1, 2024 and Applications are due by October 18, 2024.

For more information contact Gail Hargis at [email protected].

VIEW APPLICATION >>

Read More »

LAPTOPS ON SALE:

Online Continuing Education

MLS UPDATE:

New Paragon MLS Search Field Launching Oct. 5

To ensure you have access to all data from the NorCal MLS Alliance, a new field will launch in Paragon October 5th. This new “Total Number of Garage & Parking Space” field will be located to the “Garage Space” field when searching and will include the following tooltip:

“Total parking is the complete sum of all places you have sole right to put a…

Read More »