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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.
Or mail to CCAR, Attn: Gail Hargis, 1870 Olympic Boulevard, Suite 200, Walnut Creek, CA 94596.
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Education contains a list of upcoming classes.
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.
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!
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!
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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.
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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
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
VIEW APPLICATION >>
LAPTOPS ON SALE:
MLS UPDATE:
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…
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.
To watch the recorded Zoom meeting, click on image below. You will be prompted to submit passcode: JS3As8i!
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
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.
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!
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.
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.
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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:
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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
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
VIEW APPLICATION >>
LAPTOPS ON SALE:
MLS UPDATE:
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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