• Stay Compliant with NAR’s Code of Ethics Requirement –
Special Offer for Tomorrow!
• Congratulations Charity Chili Cook-ON! Winners
• YPN Lunch & Learn: Successfully Navigating the Market –
Oct. 3
• Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire – Oct. 17
• CCAR Scholarship Bocce Ball Tournament – Oct. 16
• WCR Annual Fashion Gala – Nov. 1
• CCAR Big Event Membership Meeting – Nov. 18
• In Memoriam: Ren Partridge
Experience the Alliance Conference (LGBTQ+ RE Alliance)
Wed., Sep. 25 | 7:30am – 5:00pm
Yes, Estate Planning Can be Easy
Wed., Sep. 25 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Cloud CMA: How to Create a CMA
Wed., Sep. 25 | 11:00am – 12:00pm
National Ethics Day with Leigh Brown
Wed., Sep. 25 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm
MLS: How to Add & Maintain a Listing
Thu., Sep. 26 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., Sep. 27 | 9:30am – 12:00pm
BrokerBay: Schedule Showings for Clients
Mon., Sep. 30 | 8:00am – 9:00am
Small Broker Mastermind 2024
Mon., Sep. 30 | 10:00am – 11:00am
RateMyAgent: Quick Start Guide
Mon., Sep. 30 | 4:30pm – 5:00pm
zipForm Basics: Navigating Lone Wolf Transactions
Tue., Oct. 1 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Smartphone Video Basics for REALTORS®
Wed., Oct., 2 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Mental Health & Social Media & Real Estate?
Wed., Oct., 2 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Guiding Your Clients Through Wildfire Risk & Insurance
Thu., Oct. 3 | 10:00am – 11:00am
MLS: Getting to Know Paragon
Thu., Oct. 3 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
New Home Sales: Builders Update Training Webinar
Fri., Oct. 4 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Visit the CCAR Calendar to view/register for additional online training opportunities.
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.
Ensure you’re registered to vote and ready for the upcoming elections. It’s quick, easy, and your civic duty. Register today and make a difference in your community.
CCAR Scholarship Foundation:
Bocce Ball Tournament – Oct. 16
WCR Annual Fashion Gala – Nov. 1
CCAR BIG EVENT: Annual Membership Meeting – Nov. 18
CCAR Members join us at the Lesher Center for the Arts from 8:30am – 12:30pm on Nov. 18 for an exclusive opportunity to hear directly from Jordan Levine, Senior Vice President and Chief Economist at C.A.R., as he presents the 2025 Housing Market forecast and discusses housing supply conditions. You’ll also receive a timely legal update from Gov Hutchinson, Assistant General Counsel at C.A.R.
Refreshments will be served and registration is required (CCAR members only) —don’t miss out!
IN MEMORIAM: REN PARTRIDGE
Reynolds “Ren” Partridge, a beloved community leader and former West and CCAR member, passed away recently. After serving in the Army during the Korean War, where he was stationed in Japan, Ren worked at Central Valley National Bank, founded by his father. He later became a broker/owner at Better Homes Realty and a broker at Security Pacific.
Ren was President of WCCAR in 1991 and an active board member of both the Lion’s Club and Rotary. Known for his adventurous spirit, he enjoyed flying planes and riding motorcycles well into his 80s, and was the oldest member of the local BMW motorcycle club.
A celebration of his life will be held on September 30 at 11:00am at El Sobrante United Methodist Church, where he was a dedicated member.
Stay Compliant with NAR’s Code of Ethics Requirement – Special Offer for Tomorrow!
As part of your membership duties, all REALTORS® are required to complete 2.5 hours of ethics training every three years. The current cycle ends this December and the training must meet the learning objectives and criteria set by NAR. Failure to complete the required training results in the suspension and eventual termination of your CCAR, C.A.R., and NAR memberships.
Wondering if you’re due for the training? It’s simple to check! Just log into your NAR account, click your name in the upper right corner, select “Manage Account,” and go to the “My Education” tab to see your status.
Special Offer – Complete Your NAR Ethics Requirement Tomorrow!
Don’t miss this great opportunity! By joining the National Real Estate Ethics Day® “Revisited” Stream with Leigh Brown tomorrow, Sep. 25, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm, you can fulfill your NAR triennial Code of Ethics requirement for FREE – no test required! The video is fast, engaging, and an entertaining way to stay compliant.
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Congratulations Charity Chili Cook-ON! Winners
A big thank you to all those who sponsored and participated in the Helping Hands Charity Chili Cook-ON! Congratulations to all the winners for sharing their outstanding chili recipes, and thank you Marilyn Cunningham for photographing the event!
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Charity Chili Cook-ON! Winners:
VEGETARIAN | Heidi Kendig, Keller Williams
AFFILIATE | Pete Larson, Lawn Doctor
REALTOR® | Pamela Hale Mitchell, Windermere Diablo Realty
CCRIM VS. RMA | CCRIM: Robert Sogomonian, eXp Realty
PEOPLE’S CHOICE | TIE: Marcus L. Jackson Photography & Neal Berry, Legacy Real Estate
A Special Thank You to our Chili Cook-ON! Sponsors:
PLATINUM | Andrew Waite, Floortex Design
MUSIC | Kim Falahati, Family Matters
BEER | Joe Stokley, CCRIM
BEER | Bill Shewry, Land Home Financial
WINE | Ashley Provost Design & Dean Langston, Change Home Mortgage
WINE | Diane Gilfether, BHHS Drysdale Properties
WATER/SODA | Sue Kuehn, Sotheby’s
WATER/SODA | Jim Wahlberg, Compass
WATER/SODA | Leigh Moody & Amanda Spencer, Fidelity Home Warranty
FRITOS | Jennifer Newton, Keller Williams
FRITOS | Pat Marshall, HomeGuard Incorporated
CORNBREAD | Michael Tacconi, Tacconi Real Estate Team
CORNBREAD | Rachael Hand, Redfin
EVENT SPONSORS: Bita Salamat, Victoria Haket, David Schubb, Karen Wormuth, Tracy Harrington, Jennifer Britton, and Clark Alexander
YPN Lunch & Learn: Navigating the Market Post-NAR Settlement – Oct. 3
Join CCAR YPN on Oct. 3 from noon – 2:30pm at the Lafayette Library: Don Tatzin Community Hall for an insightful YPN Lunch & Learn where a fantastic panel of real estate industry experts will discuss the current changes and challenges in the market post-NAR settlement.
Topics Include: Updates to C.A.R. forms, Strategies to educate and engage your clients, Navigating today’s evolving real estate landscape, and more!
This is a great opportunity to network, pick up valuable tips, and enjoy a delicious lunch! Be sure to bring your appetite—and your questions
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Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire – Oct. 17
CCAR REALTOR® Members: Join us for an evening of appetizers, drinks, raffles, and fun at Lafayette Library’s Don Tatzin Community Hall on Oct. 17, from 5pm – 7pm! Discover the wide range of services offered by local industry partners while supporting two amazing causes—the CCAR Scholarship Foundation and CCAR Helping Hands.
CCAR Affiliates: The Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire offers a fantastic opportunity to showcase your business to CCAR REALTORS®. Think of it as a trade show, but more fun– and it’s all for a great cause!
Here’s How:
Purchase a vender table for $35 by contacting Jason Catalano at 925.295.9202 or [email protected]…
CCAR Launches Lundy’s Voice-Activated Property Search
We’re excited to announce that CCAR has partnered with Bay East Association of REALTORS® and bridgeMLS to bring Lundy’s innovative voice-activated property search platform, Finding Homes, to the California Bay Area! This new tool allows homebuyers to effortlessly search for properties using natural voice commands via Amazon Alexa or the Alexa app. Finding Homes is designed to be accessible, offering real-time search results based on location, price, and personal preferences. Available in both English and Spanish, this service is now accessible to all CCAR members and their clients. To explore homes easily, just say, “Alexa, start Finding Homes!”
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SAVE UP TO 40% ON HP PRODUCTS
Exclusive discounts for C.A.R. members with HP. Save up to 40% off PCs, Printers, and accessories. Dedicated US Sales Team available for assistance: 888.678.9620.
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RE OPTIMIZED 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 >>
Latest Market Statistics
Existing, single-family home sales totaled 262,050 in August on a seasonally adjusted annualized rate, down 6.3 percent from 279,810 in July and up 2.8 percent from 254,820 in August 2023.
August’s statewide median home price was $888,740, up 0.2 percent from July and up 3.4 percent from $859,670 in August 2023.
Year-to-date statewide home sales edged up 0.5 percent.
The statewide unsold inventory index was 3.2 months in August, up from 2.9 months in July and up from 2.4 months in August 2023.
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CCAR ANNUAL SPONSORS
CCAR is saddened to announce the passing of longtime member Pete Torrey, who joined in 1977. Pete earned the distinguished titles of CCAR Honorary Member for Life and C.A.R. Honorary Member for Life. As a respected broker, he was highly regarded by his peers and known for his kindness toward CCAR staff. Pete was an enthusiastic participant in the annual CCAR golf tournament and often visited the office to research properties in the days before the MLS went online. One of his proudest achievements was leading CCAR’s ‘Save Our Sports’ campaign, which protected local high school sports from budget cuts in the 1990s.
Platinum Partner, NAR Corporate Ally Program
CCAR is proud to be a RESO Platinum Certified MLS, the highest level of certification available.
