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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]
Mon. – Fri.: 9am – 6pm | Sat.: 10am – 2pm
AGENTS: 213.739.8282
BROKERS: 213.739.8350
FAX: 213.480.7724
RealReports – Product Update
Thu., Sep. 4 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Steps to Financing the Dream of Homeownership
Thu., Sep. 4 | 10:00am – 1:00pm
MLS: Intro to Paragon MLS
Thu., Sep. 4 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Modern Mortgages for Modern Clients
Fri., Sep. 5 | On-Demand
CCAR Safety Day with Real Estate Revive
Fri., Sep. 5 | 10:00am – 12:00pm
Welcome to RPR! Tools, Tips, & Skills Every Agent Needs
Mon., Sep. 8 | 11:00am – 12:00pm
MLS: How to Add & Maintain a Listing in Paragon
Mon., Sep. 8 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
zipForm – Create a Purchase Transaction
Tue., Sep. 9 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Legal Webinar – A Conversation with the DRE
Tue., Sep. 9 | 1:30pm – 2:30pm
10X Your Business: The Fastest Way to Turn Lookers Into Closers
Wed., Sep. 10 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Cloud CMA: How to Create a CMA
Wed., Sep. 10 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Finish Strong: 4th Quarter Strategies for Real Estate Success
Wed., Sep. 10 | 10:00am – 11:30am
Tech Savvy Agent: Streamline, Automate, and Close More Deals
Wed., Sep. 10 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Crack to Code of Pricing: Nail CMAs w/ RPRs Data-Driven Tools
Thu., Sep. 11 | 9:00am – 10:00am
MLS: Set It & Forget It! Auto Emails Using Collab Center
Thu., Sep. 11 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
DRE License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., Sep. 12 | 9:30am – 12:00pm
C.A.R. Townhall for Brokers/Managers
Fri., Sep. 12 | 11:00am – 12:30pm
RESOURCES
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Tax Portability Calculator
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Purchasing Power Calculator
Affordable Inventory
Buyer’s Guide
Seller’s Guide
Inventory Report
County Market Updates
City YTD Growth
Market Stats by County
Home Price Fundamentals
Housing Supply Listings
Luxury Market
RentSpree Now Includes Automatic Income Verification!
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 >>
MLS Rule Changes – SEPTEMBER 24, 2025
On September 24, several important updates to the MLS Rules will take effect, reflecting the July revisions from C.A.R.’s model MLS rules. These updates are being made to bring California’s rules into alignment with recent policy changes adopted by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).
The upcoming revisions include:
- Seller Options Policy Compliance: Updates will ensure compliance with NAR’s Multiple Listing Options for Sellers Policy. Most changes are mandatory for MLSs, though the option to incorporate Delayed Marketing Exempt Listings remains optional.
- IDX and VOW Rule Updates: Revisions will address new NAR requirements on the co-mingling of MLS and non-MLS data, as approved by the NAR Board of Directors at the 2025 Midyear Meeting. These changes are mandatory.
- Other Updates:
- Section 5.1.4 (Book Fees) will be removed, as MLSs no longer produce physical listing books.
- Section 7.20 (Auction Listings) will be revised to eliminate an inaccurate reference and clarify the definition of a reserve auction.
These revisions are designed to ensure consistency, compliance, and clarity across MLS operations statewide while aligning with national policy.
Paragon Changes – August 25, 2025
Beginning Aug. 25, several enhancements will be introduced in Paragon to improve search functionality and ensure more accurate listing input.
Key Updates:
District/Neighborhood/Sub Field Requirement:
This field, currently required for Residential and Lease Rental listings, will now be required for all property classes to ensure uniform data entry.
New Building Type Option:
A new option, “Detached Leased Land,” will be added to the Residential property class under Building Type.
New Utility on Site (Features) Option:
For the Lots and Land property class, “Septic System” will be added to the Utility on Site features category.
New Terms (Features) Option:
A new entry, “Potential Loan Rate Buydown,” will be added under the Terms feature category.
MLS Rule Changes – August 18, 2025
The following MLS Rules and Regulations modifications will be effective August 18, 2025.
MLS Rule 10.1.1 Coming Soon Listings
Reasoning: Updated language concerning Coming Soon rules for improved clarity.
MLS Rule 10.2 Reporting of Sales
Reasoning: Added the requirement for Comparable (Comps) Listings to be input within 30 days from the closing date to promote timely and accurate market data.
MLS Rule 11.5 Photographs on the MLS Reporting of Sales
Reasoning: Revised the rule for improved clarity and to better align with current practices regarding photo use.
MLS Rule 12.5.1 Public Remarks Restrictions & Requirements
Reasoning: Removed restrictions on financing language to allow agents more flexibility in providing relevant property details.
MLS Rule 12.16(s) Photos
Reasoning: Added language to improve understanding and ensure proper handling of photos marked as private in IDX displays.
For questions or assistance, please contact CCAR Member Services at 925.295.1270.
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RealReports: The “Carfax” for Homes
We’re excited to announce a powerful new member benefit: RealReports is coming to the Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®!
RealReports is an AI-driven platform that delivers instant, in-depth property reports by pulling data from over 60 trusted sources. Think permits, climate risk, zoning, liens, valuations, and more—all consolidated in one clean, comprehensive report.
At the core is Aiden, your built-in AI property advisor. Aiden can read and interpret documents like inspection reports and seller disclosures, answer detailed questions about any property, and offer real-time, actionable insights. It’s like having a research assistant for every listing!
Learn More >>
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.
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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.
CCAR ANNUAL SPONSORS
Platinum Partner, NAR Corporate Ally Program
CCAR is proud to be a RESO Platinum Certified MLS, the highest level of certification available.
