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Changes to Listing Photograph Display in Paragon

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CDOM Relocation for Crawl and Coming Soon Listings

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Broker.1.3 – July 2026

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CCAR Broker Brief Masthead

JULY 2026

|   June 2026 Market Stats   |

|  Turn Headlines Into Expertise  |

|  Data Doesn’t Close Deals. Expertise Does.  |

|  Tools To Help Build Agent Confidence |

C.A.R. Cites Early Signs of Market Momentum

While the market remains challenging, C.A.R. economists report that several encouraging indicators suggest California's housing market could gain momentum in the months ahead. Mortgage rate-lock activity rose sharply in June, suggesting that more buyers may be reentering the market as rates moderate, while younger buyers continue to account for a growing share of purchase activity. Combined with renewed policy attention on housing supply and affordability, these early indicators offer cautious optimism that sales momentum could improve in the months ahead.

|  READ C.A.R. Market minute write-up >

Turn Market Data into Client Confidence

Agents can easily access statistical data. The challenge is helping them transform the numbers into meaningful advice that earns client trust. As a broker, one of the most valuable skills you can teach your team is how to move beyond reporting statistics and start interpreting them. The goal is to replace generic market commentary with neighborhood-specific insights clients cannot find online. Every micro-market behaves differently, and this is where your agents can truly show their expertise.

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Every Headline Is a Chance to Demonstrate Value

National housing headlines are shaping client expectations long before they call an agent. Whether it's "Prices Are Falling," "Buyers Have the Advantage," or "Now Is the Time to Wait," consumers are arriving with preconceived ideas that may have little to do with Contra Costa County. The firms that will stand out in today's market are those that equip their agents to move beyond repeating headlines to confidently explaining how local conditions may differ. Helping agents translate national news into neighborhood-specific guidance reinforces their expertise, builds client trust, and leads to better pricing, negotiation, and marketing decisions.

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JUNE 2026 | MONTHLY MARKET rECAP

Contra Costa’s June housing market remained strong, continuing to favor sellers despite a gradual increase in inventory. Homes sold quickly, buyers continued paying above asking price, and sales activity remained healthy as the market entered the summer season. While more listings are giving buyers additional options, demand continues to outpace supply.

  • New Listings: 1,379  ( ▼ 3.1% MoM )
  • Sales up: 924  ( ▲ 0.8% MoM )
  • Speed of sales: 14 DOM ( 0% )
  • Median sold price: $849,500 ( ▲ 0.1% MoM )
  • Sold-to-list price ratio: 102.15% ( ▲ 0.3% MoM )
  • Pending Sales: 842  (▼ 1.1% MoM)

|  VIEW + DOWNLOAD JUNE 2026 MARKET REPORT >

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Helping Hands Application 2026

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Before You Apply

Applications must be for a specific need that provides a direct benefit to the eligible CCAR member, family member, or community member.

  • A CCAR REALTOR® Member or Affiliate Member in good standing.

  • A family member of a qualified CCAR REALTOR® Member or Affiliate Member, including a spouse, domestic partner, or child under age 21.

  • A community member presented by a qualified CCAR REALTOR® Member or Affiliate Member.

Please note:
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  • Funds are not available for association dues, MLS fees, key fees, or other membership-related fees.

Questions?

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Keller Williams
925.366.6092
Lisa Lilley
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Robert Lilley Brokerage
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Helping Hands 2026

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CCAR HELPING HANDS

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Contra Costa Association of REALTORS® Helping Hands provides confidential assistance to eligible CCAR members, immediate family members, community members, and qualified charitable organizations facing financial hardship, illness, or catastrophic events.

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All inquiries and requests are handled with care and confidentiality.
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About the Fund

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS® Helping Hands was created to provide personal assistance to those in need and to support charitable organizations whose programs align with CCAR’s mission.
 
Helping Hands reflects CCAR’s commitment to serving the community that keeps our members working, connected, and supported.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Qualified CCAR members and/or immediate family members experiencing financial hardship, illness, or catastrophic events.

  • Qualified non-members of the community experiencing financial hardship, illness, or catastrophic events.

  • Qualified charitable organizations with programs consistent with the mission of CCAR.

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  • Funds are not available for association dues, MLS fees, key fees, or other membership-related fees.

Contact

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Chairperson
Keller Williams
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Lisa Lilley
Vice Chair
Robert Lilley Brokerage
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Jason Catalano
CCAR Staff Liaison
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Helping Hands Committee

Thank you to the Helping Hands Committee, past and present, for their commitment to compassion, service, and support for the CCAR community.

Jennifer Newton

Lisa Lilley

Marilyn Cunningham

Diane Gilfether

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CCAR Leaders Take Housing Priorities to Capitol Hill

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Last week, a group of CCAR leaders joined more than 200 California REALTORS® in Washington, D.C. to meet with congressional representatives and advocate for policies that support housing affordability and homeownership. The delegation met with staff from Congressman Mark DeSaulnier’s and Congressman John Garamendi’s offices, and some members also met with U.S. Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff.

"We enjoyed a very successful day on the Hill sharing thoughtful conversations with key legislators' staff about finding solutions to important housing issues."
John Fondnazio
John Fondnazio
CCAR President

Discussions focused on several housing-related bills, including the More Homes on the Market Act (H.R. 1340), which would increase the capital gains tax exclusion for homeowners; the Uplifting First-Time Homebuyers Act (H.R. 3526), which would provide greater access to retirement savings for first-time buyers; and the Revitalizing Downtowns and Main Streets Act (H.R. 2410), which encourages the conversion of underused commercial buildings into housing. Leaders also advocated for the Disaster Resiliency and Coverage Act (H.R. 1105) to help homeowners better protect properties from natural disasters.

The group also discussed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act (H.R. 6644), a bipartisan housing package designed to increase housing supply, improve affordability, and modernize federal housing programs. The bill recently passed the U.S. Senate with strong bipartisan support and is awaiting final consideration in the House of Representatives before heading to the President’s desk.

The visit reinforced REALTORS®’ commitment to advancing solutions that expand housing opportunities and strengthen communities across California.

"We work actively with Congressional members and staff to help them understand local housing markets and the real-world impact of public policy."
Member Leslie Manzone
Leslie Manzone
CCAR's NAR Director and Federal Political Coordinator

Special thanks go out to our State Political Coordinators (SPCs): Michele Manzone (Sen. Tim Grayson), Debi Mackey (Asm. Anamarie Avila Farias), and Leslie Manzone (Asm. Anamarie Avila Farias and Asm. Rebecca Bauer-Kahan). Leslie also acts as CCAR’s NAR Director and Federal Political Coordinator (FPC) for Congressman Mark DeSaulnier, and plays a key role in connecting REALTORS® with policymakers at every level of government. These members were among the group to travel to D.C. last week, along with President John Fondnazio, President-Elect Donna Souza, Past-President Zina Hall, Treasurer Judy Myers, and CCAR’s Chief Industry Advocacy Officer Heather Schiffman.

Thanks also to the 18 members of CCAR’s Local Government Relations (LGR) Committee for their ongoing dedication to protecting property rights and supporting REALTOR® success throughout our communities. Committee members regularly engage with elected officials and attend local government meetings to ensure REALTOR® perspectives are represented when housing and homeownership issues are discussed.

Your Advocacy Dollars at Work

Last month, CCAR leadership, along with thousands of REALTORS® met with state legislators during Legislative Day in Sacramento to advocate for solutions to some of the most important housing and real estate issues facing Californians today. | PHOTO L to R:  Michele Manzone, Cathleen Griebling (Delta AOR), CCAR President John Fondnazio, Senator Tim Grayson, Leslie Manzone, Jody Drewry (Delta AOR), Otto Catrina (Bay East), and CCAR President-Elect Donna Souza.

Supporting Taxpayer Protections
C.A.R. approved support for a statewide ballot initiative that would require a two-thirds vote for local special taxes and plans to increase California’s homeowners’ property tax exemption for the first time in 50 years.

Faster Housing and Infrastructure
The Association will support a California Chamber-backed initiative to streamline the CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act) review process, reducing delays that can impact housing development and economic growth.

Improving HOA Insurance Transparency
Association advocacy efforts in 2026 and beyond will also focus on increasing transparency and consumer protection in homeowners associations, including requiring disclosure of HOA master insurance policies and greater homeowner involvement in insurance decisions.

3 Big Legislative Wins in 2026

Advocacy isn’t just about passing good legislation—it’s also about stopping bad legislation before it becomes law.

So far this year, C.A.R. has successfully opposed several legislative proposals that could have increased costs for homeowners, imposed new burdens on property owners, and created additional challenges for housing providers. Here are three significant bills that have stalled and will not move forward this legislative session:

SB 1404: Stopped Wildfire Prevention Fee on Property Owners :: C.A.R. helped stop a proposal that would have reinstated a wildfire prevention fee on select property owners, adding another cost for homeowners already facing rising expenses in high-risk fire zones.  Status: Dead.

AB 1157: Stopped Expanded Rent Control Measures :: C.A.R. opposed this bill because it would have made rent caps permanent, lowered allowable rent increases, and removed the single-family home exemption for individual property owners. Status: Dead.

AB 2064: Tenant Screening Restrictions Abated :: C.A.R. opposed this bill because it would have limited housing providers’ ability to consider criminal history during tenant screening, creating concerns around liability, resident safety, and small property owner protections. Status: Dead.

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