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Weekly Jolt – 052521

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     MAY 25, 2021

CCAR WILL BE CLOSED MON, MAY 31
IN HONOR OF MEMORIAL DAY.

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

Top News

•  Fulfill Ethics Requirement Free – June 17
•  State Legislation Update
•  Risk Management + C.A.R. Update June 2
•  Revised Open House Forms Now in zipForm
•  CCAR Election Headquarters

Covid-19 Updates

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

C.A.R. COVID-19 Updates
Contra Costa COVID-19 Updates

Education

FEATURED: CIPS – The Global R.E. Market and Doing Business Outside the U.S.
Wed., May 26  |  9am – 5pm

FEATURED: RENE – Real Estate Negotiation Expert
June 17 – 18  |  9am – 4pm

Intro to Listing Input & Maintenance
Wed.,  May 26  |  9:30 – 11:30am

ListTrac for REALTORS®
Wed.,  May 26  |  10 – 10:30am

NAR Financial Wellness Presents: Investing 101
Wed.,  May 26  |  11am – 12pm

NAR Commitment to Excellence Endorsement (C2EX)
Thu., May 27  |  8:30 – 9:30am


Intro to CMA Reports using Cloud CMA
Thu., May 27  |  9:30 – 11:30am

Builders Update Agent Training (New CCAR Member Benefit)
Thu., May 27  |  10 – 10:30am

Create a Killer Profile on realtor.com
Thu., May 27  |  1 – 1:30pm

ListTrac for REALTORS®
Fri., May 28  |  9:30 – 10am

Builders Update Agent Training (New CCAR Member Benefit)
Tue., Jun. 1  |  9 – 9:30am

Commercial Leasing – Part A
Wed., Jun. 2  |  10am – 12pm

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.

MLS Updates

•  “New” Paragon 2-Page Agent Report View
•  BuildersUpdate New Benefit Now Available

•  ListTrac New Benefit Now Available

+ CCAR CALENDAR

+ PAY MLS & Key FEES

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In memoriam:

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CCAR extends its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of REALTORS® and longtime members Ron Pratt of Re/Max Danville (member since 1992) and Marc Graves of Courtyard Realty (member since 1989) who recently passed away. More information will be published as it becomes available. Rest in peace, dear friends.

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Fulfill Your Ethics Requirement FREE!
Attend National Ethics Day Broadcast

CCAR is teaming up with Nationally Recognized REALTOR® Speaker Leigh Brown LIVE on Thursday, June 17, 2021 from 10am to 1pm for the Fourth Annual National Real Estate Ethics Day®.

This LIVE STREAM event is FREE to CCAR members and will fulfill the NAR Code of Ethics requirement.

Also, Join the Facebook group moderated by a Code of Ethics advisory panel for Live Q&A during the event.

Register and More Info >>

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State Legislation Update

C.A.R. continues to advocate for legislation in Sacramento that will increase housing supply and opposing legislation that will create new costs and burdens for real estate. With the help of members who have shared their opinions with legislators, this year, C.A.R. has been successful in preventing three bills from moving forward that could have had long lasting harmful effects in our community. While these bills may still come back next year, our success in stopping them from moving forward this year bodes…

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Risk Management Seminar – Sep. 27

Join us, Sep. 27 from 9am – noon for our Risk Management Seminar and C.A.R. Update… via Zoom.

Attorney Shannon B. Jones joins us once again to bring us all up to speed on current legal issues that impact REALTORS® every day—from new liabilities to the kinds of actions and cases her office is seeing the most in recent months. You´ll also get quick updates from CCAR staff and leadership.

This event is free to CCAR members. Non-members may attend for $35. Your Zoom link will be emailed to you once your membership has been confirmed.

REGISTER HERE >>

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Newly Revised Forms for Open Houses Now Available in zipForm

In-person property showings/open houses are now permitted by the California Department of Public Health under Covid-19, but indoor gathering capacity limitations are still in place based on the current colored tier of each county; Orange-Tier rules in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties limit indoor capacity to 25% or 25 people, whichever is fewer.

C.A.R. Quick Guide for Open Houses

The newly revised forms PRE, BPPP, PEAD, as well as the new Property Sign-in PSI form and new Listing Addendum LOHA form are now available on zipForm.

Read More »

Election Results

The election for the 2022 Board of Directors has begun!

A 2022 President-Elect and four (4) Directors-At-Large shall be elected.

Watch the candidates’ submitted videos, review their statements, and then VOTE. You must be logged in to vote.

In order for this election to be valid, the number of votes must equal or exceed the quorum requirement of 15% of the total CCAR REALTOR® Membership, the quorum for this election is 612 votes. Voting ends June 14th at 9am.

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MLS UPDATE:

Performance Improvement

“New” Paragon 2-Page Agent Report View

Having issues locating data on detail report views in the MLS? Are your eyes growing tired from squinting at small font? We have the solution for you! There is a new detail report view now available in Paragon, the “2-Page Agent Report”. This new report view has increased font size, a larger map, and more data! You can begin using it today and can also make it your default report view…

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BuildersUpdate

BuildersUpdate is a top source of new home inventory in the nation, with the most up-to-date and accurate information about to-be-built homes and condos available! Their fast, easy to navigate, safe site consolidates everything an agent needs to know in one location available 24/7.

You may access BuildersUpdate via the Paragon 5 Resources menu.

Read More »
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MLS Benefit ListTrac Now Available

ListTrac is a new tool that allows you to see how your listings are performing on the MLS, consumer site, IDX sites, and different real estate portals!

Some benefits include: providing reporting so you can better understand the value received from your online marketing; understand how often your listings are being viewed, shared, and saved; and more!

You may access your ListTrac Dashboard via the Paragon 5 Resources Menu.

Read More »

Weekly Jolt – 051821

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     MAY 18, 2021

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Education contains a list of upcoming classes.

Top News

•  A Message From The President
•  C.A.R. Industry Guidelines for Open Houses and
   New Forms

•  CCAR Election Headquarters
•  West County Marketing Meeting – This Thursday
•  Risk Management + C.A.R. Update June 2

Covid-19 Updates

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

C.A.R. COVID-19 Updates
Contra Costa COVID-19 Updates

Education

FEATURED: CIPS – The Global R.E. Market and Doing Business Outside the U.S.
Wed., May 26  |  9am – 5pm

FEATURED: RENE – Real Estate Negotiation Expert
June 17 – 18  |  9am – 4pm

ListTrac for BROKERS (New Member Benefit)
Wed., May 19  |  9:30 – 10am

C.A.R. Presents: Boost Your Credibility by Understanding the Market
Wed., May 19  |  10  – 11am

C.A.R. Presents Fair Housing Fundamentals – Placing Tenants w/o Bias
Thu., May 20  |  10 – 11am

Help Buyers Find their Home with Builders Update (New Member Benefit)
Thu., May 20  |  10 – 10:30am

ListTrac for Agents (New Member Benefit)
Fri., May 21  |  9:30 – 10am

ListTrac for BROKERS
Mon., May 24  |  10 – 10:30am

Intro to Paragon
Mon., May 24  |  1 – 3pm

Builders Update Agent Training
(New Member Benefit)

Tue., May 25  |  9am – 9:30am

Sending Auto-Notifications using Collaboration Center
Tue., May 25  |  1 – 3pm

Intro to Listing Input & Maintenance
Wed., May 26  |  9:30 – 11:30am

Click here to schedule 1 on 1 Training.

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

Click here for a printable education calendar.

MLS Updates

MLS and Key Fees Invoice Coming Soon >>

•  BuildersUpdate Launching May 25
•  ListTrac Launching May 25

+ CCAR CALENDAR

+ C.A.R. BOARD ACTION ITEMS

+ NAR BOARD ACTION ITEMS

SAVE 40% This week only!

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CCAR is Partnering with the CE Shop
May 18 – 23  |  Save 40% or 50%
We are excited to announce the launch of our partnership with the CE Shop! This week only, May 18-23, receive 40% off all pre and post-licensing, license renewal, code of ethics, and additional course work with code LAUNCH.

Save 50% on May 19th ONLY with code SPLASH.


Coursework can be completed up to 12 months from the time of purchase.

REGISTER FOR A COURSE >>

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Women’s Council of REALTORS® Contra Costa
California: State of Economy
Fri., May 21  |  10 – 11:30am

A Message From The President

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Newly Revised Forms for Open Houses Now Available in zipForm

In-person property showings/open houses are now permitted by the California Department of Public Health under Covid-19, but indoor gathering capacity limitations are still in place based on the current colored tier of each county; Orange-Tier rules in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties limit indoor capacity to 25% or 25 people, whichever is fewer.

C.A.R. Quick Guide for Open Houses

The newly revised forms PRE, BPPP, PEAD, as well as the new Property Sign-in PSI form and new Listing Addendum LOHA form are now available on zipForm.

Read More »

Election Results

The election for the 2022 Board of Directors has begun!

A 2022 President-Elect and four (4) Directors-At-Large shall be elected.

Watch the candidates’ submitted videos, review their statements, and then VOTE. You must be logged in to vote.

In order for this election to be valid, the number of votes must equal or exceed the quorum requirement of 15% of the total CCAR REALTOR® Membership, the quorum for this election is 612 votes. Voting ends June 14th at 9am.

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Learn the Red Flags in Escrow at the West County Marketing Meeting – Nov. 18

Please join us for the West County Virtual Marketing meeting this Thursday, November 18 from 9 to 10am and learn the Red Flags in Escrow. While not every problem can be anticipated, there are Red Flags you should watch for in your transactions. Being proactive to these potential showstoppers will help ensure a successful closing and bring you referrals. Also learn to reduce your risk of cyberfraud by practicing “Good Cyber Hygiene”.

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Risk Management Seminar – Sep. 27

Join us, Sep. 27 from 9am – noon for our Risk Management Seminar and C.A.R. Update… via Zoom.

Attorney Shannon B. Jones joins us once again to bring us all up to speed on current legal issues that impact REALTORS® every day—from new liabilities to the kinds of actions and cases her office is seeing the most in recent months. You´ll also get quick updates from CCAR staff and leadership.

This event is free to CCAR members. Non-members may attend for $35. Your Zoom link will be emailed to you once your membership has been confirmed.

REGISTER HERE >>

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MLS UPDATE:

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BuildersUpdate

BuildersUpdate is a top source of new home inventory in the nation, with the most up-to-date and accurate information about to-be-built homes and condos available! Their fast, easy to navigate, safe site consolidates everything an agent needs to know in one location available 24/7.

You may access BuildersUpdate via the Paragon 5 Resources menu.

Read More »
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MLS Benefit ListTrac Now Available

ListTrac is a new tool that allows you to see how your listings are performing on the MLS, consumer site, IDX sites, and different real estate portals!

Some benefits include: providing reporting so you can better understand the value received from your online marketing; understand how often your listings are being viewed, shared, and saved; and more!

You may access your ListTrac Dashboard via the Paragon 5 Resources Menu.

Read More »

Weekly Jolt – 051121

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     MAY 11, 2021

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Top News

•  MLS Survey – Tell Us What You Think of Glide
•  Watch CCAR Election Candidate Videos
•  Risk Management + C.A.R. Update June 2
•  New Form for Tenants’ Rights Notification
•  NAR Needs Like-Kind Exchange Stories

Covid-19 Updates

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

C.A.R. COVID-19 Updates
Contra Costa COVID-19 Updates

Education

Save 40% on all Exam Prep, Pre-Licensing, Post-Licensing, and Continuing Education on May 12th!

Visit ccartoday.theceshop.com and use promo code OUTSIDE to save 40% on your online real estate courses!

Lease or Purchase (Commercial R.E.)
Wed., May 12  |  10am – 12pm

Listing Presentations that Make a Lasting Impression
Wed., May 12  |  11 – 11:45am

Intro to Transactions – zipForm® Edition
Wed., May 12  |  1 – 3pm

Send Auto-Notifications using Collaboration Center
Thu., May 13  |  9:30 – 11:30am

Mastering Facebook Marketing
Thu., May 13  |  11am – 12pm

Property Management (Commercial R.E.)
Thu., May 13  |  12:30 – 2:30pm

License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., May 14  |  9:30am – 12:30pm

Using RPR® for Your Commercial Real Estate Business
Mon., May 17  |  9 – 9:45 AM –

How to Use Disclosures.io
Mon., May 17  |  12 – 12:30pm

BuildersUpdate Agent Training
(New Member Benefit Launching 5/25)
Tue., May 18  |  9 – 9:30am

Become a HomeSpotter Expert
Tue., |  May 18  2 – 2:45pm

ListTrac for BROKERS
(New Member Benefit Launching 5/25)
Wed., May 19  |  9:30 – 10am

Click here to schedule 1 on 1 Training.

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

Click here for a printable education calendar.

MLS Updates

•  BuildersUpdate Launching May 25
•  ListTrac Launching May 25
•  Upcoming Paragon Enhancements: May 18

+ CCAR CALENDAR

SRES PROMO VIDEO:

Senior Real Estate Specialist Designation
May 18 – 21  |  9am – 1pm each day
Fully updated course! Understand the legal and transactional needs of a maturing client base, in light of COVID-19 and recent legislation. Class is available for audit by current SRES® designees for updated content and revised student material!

VIEW THE FLYER >>
REGISTER HERE >>

WCR Contra Costa:

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Women’s Council of REALTORS® Contra Costa
California: State of Economy
Fri., May 21  |  10 – 11:30am

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MLS Survey – Tell Us What You Think of Glide

We recently learned that Glide Labs, Inc. was in the process of being acquired and that C.A.R. will soon discontinue providing Glide as a member benefit. The Bay East Association, the Contra Costa Association, and the Bridge Association, have also licensed the Glide product to provide local disclosure forms in the Paragon system. To minimize disruption for our members, we are working with our leadership to determine our next steps. Your feedback will help in this evaluation process.

Please take a few moments and complete the survey via the link below. If you belong to more than one of these MLSs, you only need to complete the survey once. We thank you for your time.

MLS Survey of the Glide Feature >>

Election Results

The election for the 2022 Board of Directors has begun!

A 2022 President-Elect and four (4) Directors-At-Large shall be elected.

Watch the candidates’ submitted videos, review their statements, and then VOTE. You must be logged in to vote.

In order for this election to be valid, the number of votes must equal or exceed the quorum requirement of 15% of the total CCAR REALTOR® Membership, the quorum for this election is 612 votes. Voting ends June 14th at 9am.

Read More »
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Risk Management Seminar – Sep. 27

Join us, Sep. 27 from 9am – noon for our Risk Management Seminar and C.A.R. Update… via Zoom.

Attorney Shannon B. Jones joins us once again to bring us all up to speed on current legal issues that impact REALTORS® every day—from new liabilities to the kinds of actions and cases her office is seeing the most in recent months. You´ll also get quick updates from CCAR staff and leadership.

This event is free to CCAR members. Non-members may attend for $35. Your Zoom link will be emailed to you once your membership has been confirmed.

REGISTER HERE >>

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NAR Needs Like-Kind Exchange Stories

Recent proposals to repeal or limit the 1031 like-kind exchange could devastate the commercial real estate sector and investment in communities across the United States. From affordable housing providers, to small businesses, to farmers, 1031 has been used by a range of Americans since its creation 100 years ago.

C.A.R. needs your help to educate lawmakers and their staff about 1031s. It is not a tax loophole for the wealthy; it is a tax tool that has brought immeasurable revenue, jobs, investment, and economic benefit to the U.S.

Complete C.A.R.’s form to tell NAR about how you used 1031 to bring development and economic benefit to your community. Your stories will help put a human face on a critical issue for…

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New Form for Tenants’ Rights Notification

C.A.R. has created a new form to assist property managers in complying with a new federal rule issued by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).

Effective May 3, 2021, the CFPB rule requires attorneys and agents of landlords or owners of residential property (“debt collectors”) to provide written notice to tenants of their rights under the federal Center for Disease Control (CDC) eviction moratorium.

Previously, no notice of the CDC eviction moratorium was required to be given to a tenant. Now, in certain circumstances, it is…

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MLS UPDATE:

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BuildersUpdate

BuildersUpdate is a top source of new home inventory in the nation, with the most up-to-date and accurate information about to-be-built homes and condos available! Their fast, easy to navigate, safe site consolidates everything an agent needs to know in one location available 24/7.

You may access BuildersUpdate via the Paragon 5 Resources menu.

Read More »
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MLS Benefit ListTrac Now Available

ListTrac is a new tool that allows you to see how your listings are performing on the MLS, consumer site, IDX sites, and different real estate portals!

Some benefits include: providing reporting so you can better understand the value received from your online marketing; understand how often your listings are being viewed, shared, and saved; and more!

You may access your ListTrac Dashboard via the Paragon 5 Resources Menu.

Read More »
Performance Improvement

Upcoming Paragon Enhancements: May 18

On May 18th the following enhancements will be implemented in the Paragon 5 MLS. These changes will enhance your user experience and increase the amount of data at your fingertips! Enhancements include changes to:
• Accessory Dwelling Unit’s ADUs
• Disclosures Link Field
• Master vs. Primary: Change in Terminology
• MLS Field Addition: “Showing Schedule”
• HOA Fee Field Search
• “Primary Showing Contact & Primary Showing
   Contact Phone” Field Additions
• Secondary Media Link Fields (Branded &
   Unbranded)…

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Weekly Jolt – 050421

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     MAY 4, 2021

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Top News

•  A Message From the President
•  Red Alert: C.A.R. Urges Legislature to Take Action
•  Read Candidates’ Statements, Election Starts June 7
•  C.A.R. Peer-to-Peer Ethics Infoline
•  New Member Benefit: TopHap Launching May 10

Covid-19 Updates

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

C.A.R. COVID-19 Updates
Contra Costa COVID-19 Updates

Education

POSTPONED: Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) Certification
Now June 17 – 18  |  9am – 4pm

RENE flyer May

WomanUP!® Coffee & Conversation
Wed., May 5  |  8 – 9am

Intro to Paragon MLS
Wed., May 5  |  9:30 – 11:30am

How to Use Disclosures.io
(HomeLight Listing Management)

Wed., May 5  |  12 – 12:30pm

Tech & Marketing Trends in RE for 2021
Wed., May 5  |  1 – 2pm

Boost Your Business with New Builds
Thu., May 6  |  8 – 9am

Intro to RPR®
Thu., May 6  |  9:30 – 11:30am

Learn all about Paragon Reports
Fri., May 7  |  10 – 10:30am

All You Need to Know to Begin Using Transactions zipForm Edition
Mon., May 10  |  5 – 6pm

Farm for Prospects, Harvest for Leads
Tue., May 11  |  12 – 12:30pm

Intro to Listing input & Maintenance
Tue., May 11  |  1 – 3pm

Glide for all C.A.R. Forms
Tue., May 11  |  2 – 2:30pm

Click here to schedule 1 on 1 Training.

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

Click here for a printable education calendar.

MLS Updates

•  BuildersUpdate Launching May 25
•  ListTrac Launching May 25
•  Upcoming Paragon Enhancements: May 18

+ CCAR CALENDAR

Rossmoor Marketing Meeting:

May 11  |  9:30 – 10:15am
Gus Kramer, County Assessor will discuss Prop 19.
Meeting ID: 865 7743 7928
Passcode: 829168
Dial in: 1.669.900.6833
JOIN ZOOM MEETING >>

SRES COURSE PROMO VIDEO:

Senior Real Estate Specialist Designation
May 18 – 21  |  9am – 1pm each day
Fully updated course! Understand the legal and transactional needs of a maturing client base, in light of COVID-19 and recent legislation. Class is available for audit by current SRES® designees for updated content and revised student material!

VIEW THE FLYER >>
REGISTER HERE >>

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A Message From The President

2021 CCAR President Greg Souza discusses our upcoming election – make sure to join in on upcoming marketing meetings to watch the candidates give their speeches, C.A.R.’s Red Alert to oppose ACA 7, MLS updates, Upcoming NAR meetings, and more!

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NAR CALL FOR ACTION: Protect Independent Contractor Status

The National Association of REALTORS® has launched a CALL FOR ACTION asking Members of Congress to cosponsor H.R. 5419 the Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act, to ensure real estate agents maintain their independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

In California, 85% of real estate agents choose to do business as independent contractors. C.A.R. successfully included provisions in state laws and regulations, including AB 5, protecting REALTORS® ability to work as independent contractors. At the federal level, the Internal Revenue Code carves out real estate professionals who choose to…

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Election Results

The election for the 2022 Board of Directors has begun!

A 2022 President-Elect and four (4) Directors-At-Large shall be elected.

Watch the candidates’ submitted videos, review their statements, and then VOTE. You must be logged in to vote.

In order for this election to be valid, the number of votes must equal or exceed the quorum requirement of 15% of the total CCAR REALTOR® Membership, the quorum for this election is 612 votes. Voting ends June 14th at 9am.

Read More »
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Get Quick Answers to Your Questions with C.A.R. Peer-to-Peer Ethics Infoline

Non-legal ethics questions answered in a snap!

C.A.R.’s Peer-to-Peer Ethics Infoline is a free service facilitated by neutral REALTOR® volunteers trained in the Code of Ethics. They can answer questions from other REALTOR® members regarding the proper interpretation of the Code.

If you have questions about whether certain actions—yours or those of another REALTOR® —might violate the Code of Ethics, the volunteers can assist with non-legal ethics matters. The Infoline is confidential, and no information will be shared with third parties. Please note that answers or opinions are provided orally and will not be given in writing.

CONTACT THE INFOLINE >>

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TopHap

TopHap is a market intelligence platform for residential Real Estate. Utilizing AI and machine learning (ML) to visualize residential real estate market trends, conditions and characteristics of neighborhoods and properties. TopHap has compiled the most comprehensive collection of data ever to be integrated into one real estate platform.

As a CCAR Member Benefit enjoy a 20% Discount by using coupon code…

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MLS UPDATE:

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BuildersUpdate

BuildersUpdate is a top source of new home inventory in the nation, with the most up-to-date and accurate information about to-be-built homes and condos available! Their fast, easy to navigate, safe site consolidates everything an agent needs to know in one location available 24/7.

You may access BuildersUpdate via the Paragon 5 Resources menu.

Read More »
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MLS Benefit ListTrac Now Available

ListTrac is a new tool that allows you to see how your listings are performing on the MLS, consumer site, IDX sites, and different real estate portals!

Some benefits include: providing reporting so you can better understand the value received from your online marketing; understand how often your listings are being viewed, shared, and saved; and more!

You may access your ListTrac Dashboard via the Paragon 5 Resources Menu.

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Performance Improvement

Upcoming Paragon Enhancements: May 18

On May 18th the following enhancements will be implemented in the Paragon 5 MLS. These changes will enhance your user experience and increase the amount of data at your fingertips! Enhancements include changes to:
• Accessory Dwelling Unit’s ADUs
• Disclosures Link Field
• Master vs. Primary: Change in Terminology
• MLS Field Addition: “Showing Schedule”
• HOA Fee Field Search
• “Primary Showing Contact & Primary Showing
   Contact Phone” Field Additions
• Secondary Media Link Fields (Branded &
   Unbranded)…

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Weekly Jolt – 042721

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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     APRIL 27, 2021

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Top News

•  Read Candidates’ Statements; Election Starts June 7
•  Glide Joins Compass; Privacy Remains Secure
•  Visitors Must Complete PEAD Forms
•  Measure V – Concord Commercial Rent Relief
•  New Member Benefit: TopHap Launching May 10

Covid-19 Updates

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

C.A.R. COVID-19 Updates
Contra Costa COVID-19 Updates

Education

FEATURED: Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) Certification
May. 6 – 7  |  9am – 4pm

RENE flyer May

Standard Disclosures in CA. Residential R.E.
Wed., Apr. 28  |  10am – 1pm

Intro to CMA Reports using Cloud CMA
Wed., Apr. 28  |  1 – 3pm

Using Glide for Offers
Wed., Apr. 28  |  2 – 3pm

Intro to Listing Input & Maintenance
Thu., Apr. 29  |  9:30 – 11:30am

WomanUP!® presents Building Wealth
Fri., Apr. 30  |  2 – 3pm

Glide and Disclosures
Mon., May 3  |  11 – 11:30am

Learn zipForm Basics
Tue., May 4  | 10 – 11am

Everything You Need to Know about the CA. RPA
Tue., May 4  |  10am – 1pm

Intro to Paragon MLS
Wed., May 5  |  9:30 – 11:30am

How to Use Disclosures.io
(HomeLight Listing Management)

Wed., May 5  |  12 – 12:30pm

Tech & Marketing Trends in RE for 2021
Wed., May 5  |  1 – 2pm

Click here to schedule 1 on 1 Training.

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

Click here for a printable education calendar.

MLS Updates

•  BuildersUpdate Launching May 25
•  ListTrac Launching May 25
•  Upcoming Paragon Enhancements: May 18

+ CCAR CALENDAR

LAPTOPS ON SALE:

SRES COURSE PROMO VIDEO:

Senior Real Estate Specialist Designation
May 18 – 21  |  9am – 1pm each day
Fully updated course! Understand the legal and transactional needs of a maturing client base, in light of COVID-19 and recent legislation. Class is available for audit by current SRES® designees for updated content and revised student material!

REGISTER HERE >>

2020 CCAR ANNUAL REPORT:

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CCAR Annual Financial Report & Association Updates
While some may be happy to put the year behind them, CCAR leaders, volunteers and members accomplished many things in 2020! 

VIEW HERE >>

CCAR Election Begins June 7th;
Read the Candidates’ Statements

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In accordance with Article XI of the Corporation Bylaws, this will serve as notice that the election for the 2022 Board of Directors shall be held beginning on June 7, 2021 at 9am and ending June 14, 2021 at 9am.

A 2022 President-Elect and four (4) Directors-At-Large shall be elected in this election.

In order for this election to be valid, the number of votes cast must equal or exceed the quorum requirement of 15% of the total CCAR REALTOR® Membership (determined by the record date established on May 7, 2021) by the end of the election cycle at 9am on June 14, 2021.

REVIEW THE CANDIDATES’ STATEMENTS >>

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Glide Joins Compass; Data Privacy Remains Secure

Compass has acquired Glide, a CCAR and C.A.R. member benefit.

Please be advised that Glide.com and Glide App user and transaction data will not be accessible by Compass’ brokerage according to Glide.

C.A.R. and CCAR leadership are currently reviewing this issue and will inform you of any resulting changes to the Association’s contractual relationship with Glide.

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RE Agent Showing

Visitors Must Complete PEAD Forms; No Health Screening Questions Required at Property Showings

State/County COVID-19 guidelines now permit larger attendance at property showings. Visitors must complete PEAD forms prior to entry; in-person health screening questions not required. Social distancing, enhanced ventilation and face masks mandated.

State and local restrictions on property showings have been revised to reflect the community’s compliance and…

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Application for Concord Measure V Commercial Rent Relief Program Now Available

Measure V enables small businesses in Concord to access $10,000 grants for commercial rent relief. Submit online applications now through May 14th.

Eligible small businesses can receive a one-time grant of $10,000 paid directly to landlords to cover past-due rent. Commercial landlords are encouraged to learn more and share information with their tenants…

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TopHap

TopHap is a market intelligence platform for residential Real Estate. Utilizing AI and machine learning (ML) to visualize residential real estate market trends, conditions and characteristics of neighborhoods and properties. TopHap has compiled the most comprehensive collection of data ever to be integrated into one real estate platform.

As a CCAR Member Benefit enjoy a 20% Discount by using coupon code…

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MLS UPDATE:

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BuildersUpdate

BuildersUpdate is a top source of new home inventory in the nation, with the most up-to-date and accurate information about to-be-built homes and condos available! Their fast, easy to navigate, safe site consolidates everything an agent needs to know in one location available 24/7.

You may access BuildersUpdate via the Paragon 5 Resources menu.

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MLS Benefit ListTrac Now Available

ListTrac is a new tool that allows you to see how your listings are performing on the MLS, consumer site, IDX sites, and different real estate portals!

Some benefits include: providing reporting so you can better understand the value received from your online marketing; understand how often your listings are being viewed, shared, and saved; and more!

You may access your ListTrac Dashboard via the Paragon 5 Resources Menu.

Read More »
Performance Improvement

Upcoming Paragon Enhancements: May 18

On May 18th the following enhancements will be implemented in the Paragon 5 MLS. These changes will enhance your user experience and increase the amount of data at your fingertips! Enhancements include changes to:
• Accessory Dwelling Unit’s ADUs
• Disclosures Link Field
• Master vs. Primary: Change in Terminology
• MLS Field Addition: “Showing Schedule”
• HOA Fee Field Search
• “Primary Showing Contact & Primary Showing
   Contact Phone” Field Additions
• Secondary Media Link Fields (Branded &
   Unbranded)…

Read More »
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