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District 01 Director LoGrasso Email – Jul 2022

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July 1, 2022
From the desk of:

Vito LoGrasso

CCAR DIRECTOR, DISTRICT 1 LIAISON
EMAIL: [email protected]  |  TEL: (925) 360-9143

Dear Friend and Colleague,
July 7th is National Code of Ethics Day so we’re sending you information to enhance your understanding of the REALTOR Code of Ethics and bring you up-to-date on other important news.


Please take a minute to review this brief update and answer our one-question survey below. Your input is vital to us as we work to better meet your membership needs.

QUOTE OF THE MONTH:

“Unethical behavior significantly Increases the cost of doing business.”

~ FRANK SONNENBERG, AUTHOR

CODE OF ETHICS DEMYSTIFIED

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TOP NEWS:

UPCOMING EVENTS:

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RESOURCES:

QUESTION OF THE MONTH:

If you witness an ethics violation, what prevents you from reporting it? 

THANK YOU!

We’ll compile your answers and send the results back to you next month.

Contact me any time:
[email protected]

LAST MONTH we asked you how we can improve the Paragon 5 MLS platform. Find out what we’re doing to address your concerns. >

Missing Tours Due To “Tour Group” Filter

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Using the “Tour Group” filter when creating a tour report may miss listings from other MLSs.

If you use the “Tour Group” filter to run your tour report, you may miss listings on tour from the data share MLSs. The “Tour Group” field within Paragon is tied to the “Area” field; however, the data share MLSs (MetroList, SFAR, BAREIS, and MLSListings ) tours are not.  CCAR is working with its MLS vendor to remedy the issue. In the meantime, please use the “CITY” field when searching for listings on tour. 
 
Here’s an example for creating a tour list for Contra Costa North:
  1. Type in the Date Range
  2. Tour/Open House Status: choose Tour
  3. City: select Alamo, Clayton, Clyde, Concord, Lafayette, Martinez, Moraga/Canyon, Orinda, Pacheco, Pleasant Hill, Rossmoor, Walnut Creek

If you have any questions please contact CCAR Member Services at support@​ccartoday.​com or 925.​295.​1270.​

Newly Expanded Lockbox & Key Coverage

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CCAR is excited to announce that as of June 27, 2022 your eKeys and BTLE Lockboxes will work in a greatly expanded area! By collaborating with numerous Associations of REALTORS® in California, your access now covers 40 counties including:

1. Bay East AOR
2. Contra Costa AOR
3. Delta AOR
4. Bridge AOR
5. San Francisco AOR
6. Santa Mateo County AOR
7. Silicon Valley AOR (0311 system code)
8. Santa Clara County AOR
9. Santa Cruz County AOR
10. Monterey County AOR
11. San Benito County AOR
12. Coastal Mendocino AOR
13. Merced County AOR
14. Fresno AOR
15. Madera AOR
16. Ventura County Coastal AOR
17. Arcadia AOR
18. Burbank AOR
19. Citrus Valley AOR
20. Glendale AOR

21. Greater Downey AOR
22. Ingelwood BOR
23. Montebello District BOR
24. Palos Verdes Peninsula AOR
25. Pasadena-Foothills AOR
26. Rancho Southeast AOR
27. South Bay AOR
28. Tri-Counties AOR
29. West San Gabriel Valley AOR
30. Easy Valley AOR
31. Inland Valleys AOR
32. Joshua Tree Gateway AOR
33. Rim O’ The World AOR
34. The Inland Gateway AOR
35. Palm Springs Regional AOR
36. Laguna BOR
37. Newport Beach AOR
38. Orange County AOR
39. Pacific West AOR
40. Pacific Southwest AOR

If you have any questions please contact CCAR Member Services at support@​ccartoday.​com or 925.​295.​1270.​

The Modern Transaction Event – July 15

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Fri., July 15  |  10am – 2pm
Early Bird Pricing Available for a Limited Time! 

As the real estate market changes, the transaction does too. This new event covers an array of topics focused around the transaction and offers information that you need to know to stay ahead in the industry. You’ll learn effective and tested business strategies from top producers, legal tips to stay out of trouble, and much more! Keep your transactions on track by saving your seat for this 4-hour event!

REGISTER NOW >>

Speakers Include:

Neil Kalin, C.A.R. Assistant General Counsel  
Neil D. Kalin joined the California Association of REALTORS® in 1987 and is the senior legal advisor to C.A.R.’s Standard Forms Committee, provides advice to C.A.R. members on the Legal Hotline, and writes many of C.A.R.’s Appellate Court Briefs.

Matt Bunch, C.A.R. Director of Member Education & Mobilization
Matthew Bunch educates real estate professionals about proposed modifications to laws that govern how homes may be bought, sold, or used in the state of California. He also engages real estate agents and brokers in the political process to ensure that the rights of homeowners and the real estate industry are protected.

Eric Simon, Founder of The Broke Agent
Eric Simon is the founder of The Broke Agent and co-founder of Broke Agent Media. For BAM he’s the Chief of Content, a blogger, and the co-host of the Over Ask Podcast and The Final Walk Thru. He can hit his pitching wedge 190 yards and he can name every World Series winner and loser from 1980 off the top of his head.

VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF SPEAKERS >>

Where Are You Traveling To This Summer?

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Hey REALTORS® – Do you have destinations to check off your bucket list this summer? 

From tropical paradises to mountain retreats, NAR Travel Club brings you access to exclusive savings on your next escape. Did you know that NAR Travel Club is included in your NAR membership? Create your travel account today to ignite inspiration for your next vacation and explore discounts on hotels, resorts, car rentals, adventures and more.

TAKE ME THERE >>

Use activation code: NAR to create your free account.

Plan an Epic Family Road Trip
With access to large savings on car rentals, plan an unforgettable road trip and see America at its most authentic. Road trips provide families flexibility to explore new routes, offering opportunities to admire coastal scenery views unlike any other.

Live “La Dolce Vita” in Italy
There is nothing sweeter than strolling down Italian streets with gelato in hand. Browse through international flight options and properties to book this summer.

Kick Back and Relax on a Cruise
Set sail and explore new destinations, NAR Premium Members gain access to savings on cruises and can enjoy up to $1,500 in onboard credits.