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DOTLOOP
REAL ESTATE TRANSACTION MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
Dotloop is a cutting-edge real estate transaction management solution designed to seamlessly unite people and software, elevating efficiency and crafting an exceptional customer experience.
As a valued CCAR member you can now access this new free benefit that over 1.2 million real estate professionals already leverage for successfully closing deals. By creating online workspaces called “loops”, dotloop brings everyone involved within the deal together to share, edit and sign documents, as well as communicate and collaborate
Access and create an account by clicking Dotloop under the Resources tab in Paragon.
District 99 Wright – Jan 24
January 2024
From the desk of:
Tyra Wright
CCAR PRESIDENT, DISTRICT 99 LIAISON
EMAIL: [email protected] | TEL: (510) 816-6754
Dear Friend and Fellow-Member,
Happy New Year!
It’s an election year and the days are passing quickly! In this month’s newsletter you’ll find articles to keep you informed about important real estate related legislation on the horizon and new laws now impacting our industry. We encourage you to check your voter registration status and prepare for the March Primary Election.
CCAR is also hosting dozens of educational programs this month (see CCAR CALENDAR) and we invite you to attend the annual Crab Feed next month, benefitting the CCAR Scholarship Foundation and Helping Hands Fund.
Feel free to contact me directly if you have questions, or want to chat (contact information listed above).
TOP NEWS:
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Connect with Your New CCAR Board of Directors
Do you have Association questions, concerns or ideas? CCAR's 2024 Board of Directors welcomes your input. Reach out to the President and Directors any time. | Contact >
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Coming in March: Real Estate Related Ballot Measures
Be aware of three important tax/bond measures appearing on March ballot. | More >
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NAR Files First Post-Trial Challenges to Price-Fixing Case
N.A.R. filed its first post-trial motions in the Missouri Sitzer/Burnett case requesting a judgment reversal or new trial. | Learn more >
FEATURED COURSES & EVENTS:
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West County Marketing Meeting JAN 18
HERCULES | 500 Alfred Nobel Drive, Ste. 265 | 9:00 - 10:00 am | Guest speaker Rena Newell from the IRS | Pitch your West County listings, enjoy coffee, light refreshments and networking at the lively monthly meeting.
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Financial Literacy for Real Estate Pros JAN 31
WEBINAR | 1:00 pm | Instructor Alex Camelio with special guest Abhi Gohlar will share tips and secrets on how to set yourself up for financial success regardless of the state of the economy or market conditions. | Register >
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23rd Annual CCAR Crab Feed Fundraiser FEB 09
PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CENTER | 6:00 - 10:00 pm| Tickets $100; Tables of 10 = $1,000. | Register now >
CCAR ANNUAL SPONSORS
Dotloop | Real Estate Transaction Management Software
Dotloop
Real Estate Transaction Management Software
Dotloop is a cutting-edge real estate transaction management solution designed to seamlessly unite people and software, elevating efficiency and crafting an exceptional customer experience.
As a valued CCAR member you can now access this new free benefit that over 1.2 million real estate professionals already leverage for successfully closing deals. By creating online workspaces called “loops”, dotloop brings everyone involved within the deal together to share, edit and sign documents, as well as communicate and collaborate
Access and create an account by clicking Dotloop under the Resources tab in Paragon.
Dotloop Features Comparison
| Feature | Essentials (Free) | Premium ($31.99 Monthly) |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited Transactions "Loops" | X | X |
| Secure and Legal eSignatures | X | X |
| In-Person Signing | X | X |
| Secure Storage | X | X |
| Mobile App | X | X |
| Create Task Lists within Transactions | X | X |
| Reusable Task List Templates | X | |
| Add Clauses within forms | X | X |
| Clause Manager to store commonly used real estate contract clauses | X | |
| Easy-Offer Links | X | X |
| Document Scanner | X | X |
| VIP Phone, Chat, & Email Support | Email Only | X |
| Robust Document Editor | X | X |
| MLS and Association Feeds & Libraries | X | X |
| Audit Trail | X | X |
| Document Templates | X | X |
| Split and Rotate PDFs | X | X |
| Real-Time Notifications | X | X |
| Integrating with 75+ Apps | X | X |
| Reporting | X | X |
| Discounted PREMIUM, TEAM, & BUSINESS+ Upgrades! | X | |
| Edit, Review & Sign via SMS Texts with full tracking of all activity | X | |
| Add-to-Team (provide same level access to another person within specific transactions) | X | |
| Include PDF Versions as attachments when sharing with others | X | |
| Online Faxing directly from Dotloop | X | |
| Personalized Welcome Emails when inviting someone to the transaction | X |
MLS Home
CCAR MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE
Your portal to thousands of California listings.
CCAR MLS PRODUCTS & SERVICES
CCAR SUPPORT: MON – FRI 9:00am – 5:00pm | PHONE: 925-295-1270 | EMAIL: [email protected]
Daylight Saving Time Reminder for Supra Lockboxes
Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 9, 2025!
Please note that Supra BT LE lockboxes do not automatically adjust for Daylight Saving Time. If you have programmed lockbox access hours, be aware that during Daylight Saving Time, the effective access hours will shift one hour later than the preset times.
Example:
- Standard Time: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Daylight Saving Time: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
To ensure seamless access, watch the how-to video above for instructions on adjusting your programmed lockbox access hours.
Mon. – Fri.: 9am – 6pm | Sat.: 10am – 2pm
AGENTS: 213.739.8282
BROKERS: 213.739.8350
FAX: 213.480.7724
Maximize Your Social Security (Only for CCAR Members!)
Mon., Mar. 3 | 10:00am – 11:00am
New Construction: BuildersUpdate
Mon., Mar. 3 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Showing Management: Intro to BrokerBay
Tue., Mar. 4 | 8:00am – 9:00am
Welcome to Realtor Property Resource (NAR Benefit)
Tue., Mar. 4 | 9:00am – 10:00am
Ckoud CMA: How to Create a CMA
Wed., Mar. 5 | 11:00am – 12:00pm
Tech: Using Capcut to Edit Video
Wed., Mar. 5 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm
1031 Exchange Basics
Thu., Mar. 6 | 10:00am – 11:00am
MLS: Intro to Paragon MLS
Thu., Mar. 6 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
DRE License Renewal Crash Course ($85)
Fri., Mar. 7 | 9:30am – 12:00pm
C.A.R. Townhall for Brokers/Managers
Fri., Mar. 7 | 11:00am – 12:30pm
WomanUP!® Live Show
Fri., Mar. 7 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Visit the CCAR Calendar to view/register for additional online training opportunities.
RESOURCES
CCAR Welcomes Tuolumne County to the Supra User Group
Thanks to our partnership with bridgeMLS and the Tuolumne County Association of REALTORS®, CCAR is excited to announce that Tuolumne County is now part of our Supra user group!
This means all CCAR-affiliated Supra Key and lockboxes can now be used in the Tuolumne County area, and all members of the Tuolumne Association of REALTORS® can access the CCAR area—and more. Click the map for full details on CCAR Key Coverage.
Important MLS Rule Update – Coming Soon Data in Broker Back-Office Feeds
We want to inform you of an important update to the MLS rules regarding Coming Soon listings in Broker back-office feeds.
Previous Rule:
“Allow Coming Soon data to be in Broker back-office feeds (no front-facing data component) (Brokerages own data only).”
Updated Rule:
“Upon request all Paragon MLS Coming Soon data can be in Broker back-office data feeds. However, Coming Soon listings may not be displayed or integrated into any public-facing products or websites, except for listings belonging to the listing brokerage.”
RentSpree Now Includes Automatic Income Verification Beginning Mar. 18!
Tired of chasing pay stubs, W-2s, and bank statements? RentSpree’s new income verification report provides a rundown of an applicant’s bank deposits, helping you make sure their reported income matches what they put in the bank.
As a CCAR member, income verification will automatically be included in your RentSpree screening package starting Tuesday, March 18th at no extra cost to you. Applicants pay $49.99 for the complete package.
LEARN MORE >>
New Optional “Property Faces” Field Coming to Paragon
Beginning March 3, 2025, Paragon will introduce a new optional field called “Property Faces” on the listing input screen. This field allows listing agents to specify the property’s directional orientation, with selection options including East, North, Northeast, Northwest, South, Southeast, Southwest, and West.
While this field is not required, buyer agents can incorporate it into their search criteria when provided, making it easier to find properties that meet their clients’ preferences. Additionally, the selected direction will be displayed in Listing Reports, offering greater insight to potential homebuyers.
This enhancement is designed to provide more valuable details to assist buyers in their home search. We encourage listing agents to take advantage of this new feature to better showcase their properties!
MLS Rule Update – IDX Display of Sold Listing Photos
Effective Tuesday, March 11, an update to MLS Rule 12.16(s) will allow additional photos of sold listings to be displayed on IDX websites. Previously, only the main photo could be shown, but this change aligns with NAR, C.A.R., and most California MLSs.
What You Need to Know:
If you do not want specific photos to appear on IDX sites after a sale, you must mark them as Private while your listing is in Pending Status—before it becomes Sold.
Updated MLS Rule 12.16(s) – Use of Listing Information on Internet – IDX
(s) Sold Listings:
Only the main photo can be displayed; no additional photos are permitted.
(This line/restriction on additional photos will be removed as of March 11)
New Consumer Guide Focused on Fire Insurance
NAR’s latest consumer guide is focused on fire damage and policy coverage. This guide explains which fire incidents are and are not covered under a standard homeowners insurance policy, what to do if a homeowner cannot secure coverage for damage from wildfires, and information on Fair Access to Insurance Requirements insurance policies.
Read More >>
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