CCAR Affiliate membership provides valuable rewards and exclusive access to the region’s top real estate professionals and their clients.  |  LEARN MORE >

Annual Affiliates Fair  ::  Complimentary table at annual Affiliates Fair mixer to promote brands, share  promotional items and network with REALTORS®.

Exclusive Association News & Information  ::  Affiliates receive a free subscription to CCAR’s weekly eNewsletter, the Jolt, as well as exclusive member-only news and information distributed in all-member emails.

Free Annual Laptop Tune Up ::  (A $129 value) plus live/remote tech support and sales.  |  MORE >

Leadership Opportunities  ::  Join the Affiliates & Events Committee to build your leadership skills and help plan association programs and events. Attend any one, or all the Association’s annual events and network with thousands of top real estate professionals in the East Bay Area.  |  LEARN MORE >

Meeting Room Rentals  ::   CCAR rents meeting rooms at the Walnut Creek and Hercules offices. Space can accommodate up to 30 people. Contact (925) 295-1270, or [email protected].

Member Rosters  ::  Affiliate members receive free access to member rosters for targeted marketing and outreach. Contact [email protected] for more information. 

Networking & Sponsorship Opportunities  ::  Affiliates can also sponsor popular annual events like the Inaugural Ball, Crab Feed, Golf Tournament, and receive year-round banner advertising and other promotional opportunities to keep their businesses front-and-center of the local real estate industry.  

CCAR Real Estate Shop  ::  Members have daily access to CCAR’s in-house real estate store where they can purchase signs, sign riders, and other merchandise. Products sold in Walnut Creek and Hercules offices. Contact CCAR Membership Services to find out more.  |  [email protected]  |  (925) 295-1270.

C.A.R. Partner Program  ::  The one-stop-shop for all the products, services and perks you need to build a strong, profitable business. Each company in the program offers members exclusive offers, discounts and free trials.  |  MORE >

C.A.R. Resource Hub  ::  Access benefits, tips for new agents, Coach’s Corner (features interviews with industry coaches), wellness resources and more.  |  MORE >

FedEx Office  ::  Members of NAR get 10-20% off select copy and print services including business cards, flyers, signs, binding and more.  |  MORE >

FedEx Shipping  ::  NAR members receive up to 26% off on shipping, including express and ground.  |  MORE >

MVP – Member Value Plus  ::  Part of NAR’s Right Tools, Right Now program. Both programs are designed to enhance your membership value by giving you easy access to curated resources for free or at a deep discount.  |  MORE >

RPR – REALTORS Property Resource®  ::  A comprehensive tool that allows members to access, sort, filter and generate reports on property data from across the U.S.  |  MORE >

REALTOR® Team Store  ::  Members get 10% off their first order of REALTOR-logo branded products including pins, merchandise and custom logo items. “That’s Who We R” merchandise also available.  |  MORE > 

NAR REALTOR® Store  ::  Members’ one-stop-shop for a vast array of products, including books, brochures, sales and marketing tools,  webinars and educational resources to meet every professional need.  |  MORE >

NAR Photofy App  ::  Choose from a library of hundreds of prepopulated, branded real estate posts you can quickly personalize and share with your social network.  |  MORE >

Right Tools Right Now!  ::  Monthly program provides members with free/deeply discounted savings on carefully curated tools, products and resources.  |  MORE >

For information on more than 30 exclusive business products and services visit CCAR’s MLS PRODUCT PLATFORM >

CCAR Ethics & Arbitration Services  ::  CCAR ensures a high level of professionalism in the industry through education and enforcement of the NAR Code of Ethics, CCAR MLS Rules & Regulations, and all other membership duties and obligations. CCAR’s Professional Standards Department can assist in resolving both ethics and arbitration complaints.  |  MORE >

Arbitration (Monetary) Complaints  ::  Arbitration complaints refer to contractual issues and questions including entitlement to commissions and compensation in cooperative transactions that arise out of business relationships between REALTORS and REALTORS and their clients.  |  Email [email protected]

Disciplinary (Non-Monetary) Complaints  ::  Disciplinary complaints of unethical conduct refer to alleged violations of the National Association of REALTORS Code of Ethics, CCAR Multiple Listing Service Rules & Regulations and other membership duties as set forth in the CCAR Bylaws. These complaints will be reviewed by C.A.R. and could result in disciplinary action against a member.  |  Email [email protected]

Ombudsman Hotline  ::  C.A.R. Ombudsmen are REALTORS® who volunteer their time to answer non-legal questions and resolve non-legal disputes. Both C.A.R. members and members of the public can contact the Ombudsman Hotline if they would like to be assigned an ombudsman to assist them. An ombudsman is not an attorney and cannot give legal advice or answer legal questions, but they can help by acting as a go-between for callers who are having problems with a C.A.R. member. Ombudsmen can often resolve these problems before the caller finds it necessary to file a formal complaint or initiate a lawsuit against the member.  |  MORE >

Commercial Real Estate Tools  ::  Tap into an array of commercial-specific resources, including property data and analytic tools through RPR®, research data, technology and more. Receive Edge Up and other communications that help keep you on top of commercial industry news.  |  MORE >

Commercial Technological Tools  ::  Commercial practitioners need access to property data, marketing services and other commercial real estate-related data and technology. Access a list of resources that help your commercial business thrive.  |  MORE >

C5 + CCIM Global Summit  ::  Top commercial real estate practitioners working in every class, category, size and shape of commercial and industrial real estate get a seat at the table where they meet and mingle with representatives from every sector and segment of the commercial ecosystem.  |  MORE >

CCAR Helping Hands Fund  :: 

C.A.R. Disaster Relief Fund  ::  Assists those directly affected by natural disasters in CA by providing financial assistance as well as providing resources Associations and brokerages need in ordered to be prepared for, survive and fully recover from major natural disasters.  |  MORE >

REALTOR® Relief Foundation  ::  Provides housing-related assistance to disaster impacted communities through the generosity of REALTORS®, state and local associations and industry partners.  |  MORE >

C.A.R. Consumer Ad Campaign – Who’s Your REALTOR®?  ::  TV commercials, digital media and partnerships to create awareness of the REALTOR® brand and demonstrate the many benefits of the consumer-REALTOR® relationship.  |  MORE >

National Advertising Campaign  ::  That’s Who We R®, NAR’s national TV, radio, audio/video streaming, and social media advertising campaign helps consumers understand REALTORS® are real estate experts in their local communities who follow a code of ethics and fight for real estate dreams and property rights.  |  MORE >

Real Estate Today Podcast  ::  NAR’s official consumer-facing podcast opens doors to buyers and sellers with critical and credible information on the real estate market. Fast paced and fact packed with experts, interviews, call-ins, field reports and timely market conditions help consumers navigate the challenging residential real estate market.  |  MORE >

Consumer Education & Advocacy Campaign  ::  Collaborating with the state and national Association Consumer Advocacy Outreach Program educates and engages millions of consumers on important real estate policy issues and legislation.  |  MORE >

First-Time Buyer Outreach Campaign  ::   Encourage your clients who are considering purchasing their first homes to stream NAR’s First-Time Buyer programs on Hulu, NAR’s Facebook and YouTube channels.  |  MORE >

HouseLogic for Clients  ::  HouseLogic is NAR’s website for homeowners, buyers and sellers featuring authoritative, ready-to-go content about home improvement, finance, buying, selling and more.  |  MORE >

HouseLogic Content Resource for REALTORS®  ::  This free member content resource offers original content you can utilize in your marketing outreach. Features expert articles and marketing resources to share with clients before and after the sale.  |  MORE >

CCAR Quarterly Risk Management Seminars  ::  Every quarter CCAR hosts a free 3-hour legal update session for members featuring licensed legal experts who share the latest information on real estate-related issues. Search the CCAR Calendar to find upcoming dates.  |  CALENDAR >

C.A.R. Home Inspector Certification Program  ::  Members can access a list of Certified Home Inspectors who have passed background checks, met the minimum E&O/liability insurance requirements, and have achieved advanced training such as CREIA, ASHI and InterNACHI.  |  MORE >

C.A.R. Live + On-Demand Education  ::  Members may access year-round free and discounted live and virtual classes. Valuable and engaging courses taught industry experts.  |  MORE > 

C.A.R. Resource Hub  ::  Access benefits, tips for new agents, Coach’s Corner (features interviews with industry coaches), wellness resources and more.  |  MORE >

C.A.R. Webinars  ::  Participate in free live, interactive webinars and/or access webinar recordings any time.  |  MORE >

Center for REALTOR Development  ::  Discover a personalized learning experience from NAR devoted to lifelong learning, career advancement, and specialized credentials for real estate professionals. With 10+ designations and certifications, over 100 microcourses, learning pathways, an award-winning podcast, and educational events, there is a learning experience for every real estate professional.  |  MORE >

Designations  ::  See PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS (below)

Ethics Training ::  All REALTORS® are required to complete 2.5 hours of ethics training every three years. Training must meet specific learning objectives and criteria established by NAR.  |  MORE >

Fair Housing Education  ::  See FAIR HOUSING & DIVERSITY (below)

Free 45CE License Renewal Package  ::  C.A.R.’s free license renewal package meets DRE requirements and includes an ethics course that fulfills the NAR Code of Ethics training requirements.  |  MORE >

FormsTutor®  ::  Free advanced electronic training tool to help members better understand the forms they’re using to complete transactions. Live, interactive guide accessible from inside the zipForm® Plus platform.  |  MORE >

NAR Academy for Higher Education + Educational $$ Assistance  ::  NAR’s exclusive higher education partner offers courses for members pursuing associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees in real estate. Members who enroll can receive $100 off per course through financial support from the Center for Specialized REALTOR® Education (CSRE).  |  MORE >

Real Estate Library & Archives  ::  Access the largest real estate library collection in the world, borrow digital books and get answers to your questions from NAR’s librarians.  |  MORE >

SPIRE  ::  NAR’s Mentorship Program helps individuals learn the fundamentals of the real estate industry, fosters education, empowers serious consideration of real estate as a career path and promotes the development of generational wealth through property ownership.  |  MORE >

CCAR

Fair Housing Day  ::  An annual event designed to educate members about changing Fair Housing laws and topics related to inclusive advertising, housing discrimination, disabilities, bias in AI and tech, and more.  |  MORE >

Leadership Edge  ::  This C.A.R. conference brings together key local, state and national association leaders to learn, grow and excel in their leadership roles. Through interactive workshops, insightful keynotes and meaningful networking opportunities.  |  MORE >

Annual Legislative Meetings for REALTORS®  ::  Every year, approx. 9,000 NAR members convene in Washington, D.C., at the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo to meet with legislators and influence public policy.  |  MORE >

Legislative Day  ::  Every year, hundreds of CCAR members and REALTORS® from around the state meet together in Sacramento to hear keynote speakers and meet with local legislators.  |  MORE >

REALTOR® Broker Summit, Innovation, Opportunity & Investment (iOi) Summit, C5 + CCIM Global Summit, Sustainability Summit and more.  |  MORE  >

Property Management Conference  ::  Designed to provide attendees with access to industry experts, legal and legislative updates and key information for new and seasoned property managers. For more information contact [email protected].  |  MORE >

Legislative Day Block Party  ::  The kickoff event for the annual Legislative Day, C.A.R. shuts down a full city block in downtown Sacramento just for REALTORS® to enjoy food, drinks and music and to network with members from around the state.  |  MORE >

Legislative Day – Sacramento  ::  Annual May event brings together members from across the state who make their presence felt at the capitol by urging legislators to support good real estate legislation and defeat bad proposals with a focus on creating homeownership opportunities, increasing supply, stopping attacks on housing providers and preserving property rights.  |  MORE >

WomanUP!® Conference  ::  Annual event focused on the practical and productive skills to help members advance their careers. Network with ambitious and passionate women who are ready to step up into leadership.  |  MORE >

Reimagine! Conference & Expo  ::  Three-day annual California REALTOR® event focused on learning and building opportunities and relationships and forge meaningful connections with real estate pros across the state.  |  MORE >

CCRE Summit  ::  An annual one-day Center for California Real Estate event addresses pressing issues confronting the industry and enables members to engage with elected and appointed government officials, academic researchers, and nonprofit leaders as they explore solutions to critical issues affecting the industry.  Look for information about future summits in the weekly Jolt newsletter.

Team Leader Town Hall  ::  If you lead a team you can join a private group of members to discuss your leadership role and topics including DBAs, employee regulations, education, and more. Contact [email protected].

Industry Leader Town Halls  ::  Bi-monthly virtual meetups for California brokers provides legal updates, hot topics, legislative news and more.   |  MORE >

Your association is committed to Fair Housing and Diversity. Ensuring that members and leaders reflect the diversity of the country’s communities is a top priority and paramount to the growth and viability of the industry.  |  MORE >

Bias Override – Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing Course  :  This NAR certificate course teaches members tactics to interrupt sterwotypical thinking and avoid fair housing pitfalls. Learn about the mind science of identity and engage in exercises to enhance communication skills and help foster business relationships with clients of all backgrounds.  |  MORE >

DAAG – Differently Abled Affinity Group  ::  C.A.R.’s advocacy group provides awareness of the needs of differently disabled members and their clients. Association is committed to ensuring all members can practice regardless of ability and that clients can find homes to meet their unique needs.  |  MORE >

Fairhaven – A Fair Housing Simulation  ::  Helps members identify, prevent and address discriminatory practices in real estate. Inspired by real stories, this innovative online experience has agents work against the clock to sell homes in a fictional town of Fairhaven, while confronting discrimination in the home buying process.  |  MORE >

HAF – Pathway to Homeownership Closing Cost Assistance Grant Program  ::  Designed to aid first-time homebuyers belonging to underserved communities in overcoming affordability challenges. Provides a generous grant of up to $10K to assist with closing costs. Grants are available to first-time homebuyers with low-to moderate-income (at/below 120% of area median income) who work with a CA member.  |  MORE >

LPN – Latino Professionals Network  ::  Dedicated to amplifying the voices of Latino members in California, LPN is a community of members dedicated to increasing business opportunities, advancing leadership and uniting Latino voices to champion access to homeownership through policy, resources and education.  |  MORE >

WomanUP!®  ::  Developing women’s skills in leadership and provides opportunities to connect with other leaders. Provides resources and events to develop .  |  MORE >

Down Payment Resource Directory  ::  Quickly search/identify over 400+ available down payment assistance programs in your client’s target area. View directory online or email [email protected].   |  MORE >

Hurdlr  ::  A free member app that automatically tracks mileage, expenses, income streams and tax deductions in real-time. By calculating tax deductions and automating financial records, app helps the average user save thousands of dollars per year on their tax bill.  |  MORE >

REALTOR® Center for Financial Wellness  ::  RCFW helps you develop business plans and budgeting strategies to thrive in the industry. Access webinars, tools and calculators, live events and special offers from Morgan Stanley to achieve your financial planning goals.  |  MORE >

STEPS Toward Homeownership Program  ::  Virtual meetings that address housing affordability from the perspective of financial literacy. Shares the latest lending and down payment options available, relevant information about credit scores, financial planning, leveraging down payment resources, and options for low- to moderate-income earners.  |  MORE >

Transaction Rescue  ::  Free member lifeline to the lending community. Lender Liaisons help members find answers and provide assistance with finding a lender, loan qualifications, underwriting, short sales and more.  |  MORE >

CCAR Transactional Tools  ::  CCAR’s collection of powerful transaction tools help maximize your time and efficiency by automating nearly all aspects of the real estate transaction including client communication and management, paperwork and identifying concrete financing options for homebuyers.  |  MORE >

C.A.R. Standard Forms  ::  Developed by the C.A.R. Legal Department which gathers input from real estate professionals and attorneys to create user-friendly, comprehensive, and dependable forms. Forms include Residential Purchase Agreement, Buyer Representation Agreement + more.  |  MORE >

DocuSign  ::  Members get 20% off electronic signature services and special plans from NAR’s exclusive eSignature provider.  |  MORE >

Forms Advisor  ::  (Removed from zipForm) There is a new Form Suggestion tool available inside zipForm’s new Forms Editor.  It uses machine learning to suggest forms to add to your transaction based off the city, state, form libraries you have access to and what forms are already in the transaction.  |  MORE >

FormsTutor®  ::  Free advanced electronic training tool to help members better understand the forms they’re using. Live, interactive guide accessible from inside the zipForm® Plus platform.  |  MORE >

LionDesk is a member benefit CRM platform to manage your business stress-free, stay top-of-mind, and sell confidently. LionDesk makes it easy for you to stay top-of-mind with all your contacts so you close leads faster and create lifelong clients. Features include auto drip campaigns, bulk text messages, video communication, task reminders, AI lead assist, multiple pipeline transaction management and more.  |  MORE >

Lone Wolf Transactions (zipForm Edition)  ::  Contract software – state-of-the-art platform allows you to complete transactions and contracts electronically, even on your mobile devices. Lone Wolf Transactions is one of the most powerful platforms for transaction management available to members today, and with features such as zipCommunity™, agents, clients and any other parties can collaborate during a transaction with more security than ever before.  |  MORE >

REALTOR® Secure Transaction  ::  Transaction Tips  – RST Dashboard is your destination for access to the best tools for a modern, secure and efficient transaction. These free and discounted services are provided as part of your member benefits. Additionally, take advantage of our training calendar and quick access to resources and tips to master each state of the transaction when you need it.  |  MORE >

Sales Disclosure Chart  ::  Describes legally required disclosures and designed to provide members and their clients with an easy-to-use reference guide for determining the applicability of these laws to the sales transactions most commonly handled by real estate licensees.  |  MORE >

Transaction Rescue™  ::  Lender liaisons available to help you find answers and provide assistance with finding a lender, loan qualifications, underwriting, short sales, and more.  |  MORE >

1-800-GOT-JUNK?  ::  Members and their clients can save $50 with America’s most trusted name in junk removal.  |  MORE >

GE Appliances Store  ::  Exclusive member savings on major appliances. In-home delivery, installation and haul-away services when available.  |  MORE >

Innovation, Opportunity & Investment (iOi) Summit & Resources ::  This national member program and annual summit offers real estate professionals, investors, technologists and entrepreneurs an authentic community designed to empower future-proof decision-making. Through education, access to a pipeline of new venture funding and curated networking, iOi provides a continuous learning and engagement model. As the real estate industry’s only independent resource, iOi advances the conversation and drives innovation by uncovering the most cutting-edge technologies.  |  MORE >

C.A.R. Leadership Academy  ::  A transformative program designed to empower the next generation of members to unlock their leadership potential and make an impact in the real estate industry. Provides immersive learning experiences, strategic mentorship, and access to top thought leaders. Space limited. Applications required. | MORE >  

C2EX – Professional Enhancement Initiative  ::  Set yourself apart by participating in this award-winning program that focuses on 11 areas of industry professionalism and leads to an NAR endorsement.  |  MORE >

Leadership Edge  ::  This C.A.R. conference brings together key local, state and national association leaders to learn, grow and excel in their leadership roles. Through interactive workshops, insightful keynotes and meaningful networking opportunities.  |  MORE >

LPN – Latino Professionals Network  ::  Dedicated to amplifying the voices of Latino members in California, LPN is a community of members dedicated to increasing business opportunities, advancing leadership and uniting Latino voices to champion access to homeownership through policy, resources and education.  |  MORE >

NAR Leadership Academy  ::  Focuses on developing REALTOR® members who have leadership experience at the local and/or state level. Provides opportunities to enhance and hone participants’ leadership skills and competencies to prepare them for national leadership positions.  |  MORE >

NAR REALTOR® L.E.A.D. Program  ::  Created by top REALTOR® leaders, to equip entry-point leaders with practical skills, knowledge, and practices for effective association leadership. Three online courses and one in person experience leverage the collective knowledge and experience of industry luminaries and become an impactful leader.  |  MORE >

REAL – REALTORS® Excelling in Association Leadership  ::  This free NAR online course provides an overview of volunteer leadership and is perfect for members looking to enhance their leadership skills and association executives seeking training for potential leaders. Course covers real estate issues, leadership skills, meeting management, governing documents, legal activities, and more.  |  MORE >

WomanUP!®  ::  Developing women’s skills in leadership and provides opportunities to connect with other leaders. Provides resources and events to develop .  |  MORE >

YPN – Young Professionals Network  ::  YPN is a national program dedicated to empowering real estate professionals through a culture of growth and mentorship to support leadership development, build a strong local association, engage in advocacy and propel your success.  |  CCAR >  |  C.A.R. > |  NAR >

Industry Leader Town Halls  ::  Bi-monthly virtual meetups for California brokers provides legal updates, hot topics, legislative news and more.   |  MORE >

Team Leader Town Hall  ::  If you lead a team you can join a private group of members to discuss your leadership role and topics including DBAs, employee regulations, education, and more. Contact [email protected].

CCAR Big Event Annual Membership Meeting  ::  Every Fall CCAR hosts a live membership meeting where hundreds gather to hear C.A.R. legal experts discuss updates and information about new laws affecting the industry. Look for event announcements in the weekly Jolt e-newsletter.

CCAR Disclaimer & Disclosure Advisories  ::  CCAR provides Contra Costa County Disclaimer and Disclosure Advisories and Addenda to members for pertinent real estate transactions. Forms are intended for use with the C.A.R. form “Statewide Buyer and Seller Advisory”.   |  MORE >

CCAR Quarterly Risk Management Seminars  ::  Every quarter CCAR hosts a free 3-hour legal update session for members featuring licensed legal experts who share the latest information on real estate-related issues. Search the CCAR Calendar to find upcoming dates.  |  CALENDAR >

C.A.R. Legal Hotline  ::  Members receive free 1-1 legal advice from attorneys: (213) 739-8282.  |  MORE >

C.A.R. Legal Matters Podcast  ::  The Legal Matters Podcast is the official podcast of the California Association of REALTORS® Member Legal Services Department. C.A.R.’s Member Legal Services Department provides C.A.R. members with the latest in legal information to give our members a competitive edge and minimize legal exposure.  |  MORE >

Legal Tools  ::  Short, shareable resources to help you understand how the law impacts your business or your transaction. Summarized quick guides, one-page flyers, PowerPoint slides and videos — all here for brokers, agents and consumers.  |  MORE >

Legal & Risk Management Resources  ::  Stay abreast of emerging risk management issues with with resources including NAR’s Window to the Law monthly video series + hundreds of searchable legal case summaries.  |  MORE >

Legal Live Webinars  ::  Catch up on California real estate law without having to read  more documents. Relax and watch a video as C.A.R.’s Legal Live Webinars bring you up to date on the hottest topics in real estate law.  |  MORE >

Legal Action Fund & Amicus Brief Program  ::  A statewide program funded by dues dollars that advocates the REALTOR® point of view, promotes preventative law programs and assists in cases of importance to the real estate industry.  The amicus brief program is one function of the Fund in which Trustees identify cases that have statewide impact and most directly affect the business activities of REALTORS®.  |  MORE >

Ombudsman Hotline  ::  C.A.R. Ombudsmen are REALTORS® who volunteer their time to answer non-legal questions and resolve non-legal disputes. Both C.A.R. members and members of the public can contact the Ombudsman Hotline if they would like to be assigned an ombudsman to assist them. An ombudsman is not an attorney and cannot give legal advice or answer legal questions, but they can help by acting as a go-between for callers who are having problems with a C.A.R. member. Ombudsmen can often resolve these problems before the caller finds it necessary to file a formal complaint or initiate a lawsuit against the member.  |  MORE >

Sales Disclosure Chart  ::  This Sales Disclosure Chart is designed to provide REALTORS® and their clients with an easy-to-use reference guide for determining the applicability of these laws to the sales transactions most commonly handled by real estate licensees.  |  MORE >

Summary Disclosure Chart  :  The Summary Disclosure Chart is designed to provide CA REALTORS® and their clients with an easy-to-use reference guide for determining the applicability of the state and federal laws to real
estate transactions most commonly handled by real estate licensees.  |  MORE >

Window to the Law Monthly Video Series  ::  Provides valuable risk management tips and information to help real estate professionals navigate legal issues facing the real estate industry.  |  MORE >

REALTOR® Team Store  ::  Members get 10% off their first order of REALTOR-logo branded products including pins, merchandise and custom logo items. “That’s Who We R” merchandise also available.  |  MORE > 

NAR REALTOR® Store  ::  Members’ one-stop-shop for a vast array of products, including books, brochures, sales and marketing tools,  webinars and educational resources to meet every professional need.  |  MORE >

NAR Photofy App  ::  Choose from a library of hundreds of prepopulated, branded real estate posts you can quickly personalize and share with your social network.  |  MORE >

SmartZonecar.org is C.A.R.’s new resource website to help you convey your value, navigate the market and educate your clients on the latest happenings in real estate, helping you to succeed in today’s changing industry.  |  MORE >

SmartZonecar.org Newsroom  ::  Features the latest market information and hand-picked news stories, weekly C.A.R. economists’ market analyses and the latest issue of the consumer-focused newsletter, Market Matters.  |  MORE >

Market Matters Consumer Newsletter  ::  The Market Matters weekly newsletter is a member benefit that helps you make sense of the often conflicting and confusing data, market studies, and news reports about your industry and profession. Through C.A.R.’s efforts on the front lines, you’ll be armed and ready to position yourself as the market expert with your clients, while demonstrating the knowledge, experience, and expertise a REALTOR® brings to the transaction.  |  MORE >

Marketing Tools to Promote REALTOR® Value  ::  SmartZonecar.org provides marketing tools designed to be used alongside the popular “Who’s Your REALTOR®?” advertising. You will find valuable resources to promote your critical role in the home buying process, along with a shareable online content like infographics and scripts to help you navigate tough conversations.  |  MORE >

Milestones  ::  Become the trusted advisor your clients need with this free member benefit. An all-in-one homeowner portal, making it easier for your clients to manage their homes and stay connected to you between transactions. Clients can track home values, keep records, find home resources with one login.  |  MORE >

HouseLogic for Customers & Clients  ::  NAR’s website for homeowners, buyers and sellers featuring authoritative, ready-to-go content about home improvement, finance, buying, selling and more.  |  MORE >

HouseLogic Content Resource for REALTORS®  ::  This free REALTOR® Content Resource (RCR) offers original content you can utilize in your marketing outreach. Features expert articles and marketing resources to share with clients before and after the sale.  |  MORE >

Share University  ::  Get personalized marketing content to help you promote your business and share your expertise with clients and potential customers.  |  MORE >

Consumer Ad Campaign Marketing Toolkit  ::  Members receive a free marketing toolkit that includes animated social media GIFs, “Who’s Your REALTOR®?” Zoom backgrounds and augmented reality, Content Studio, REALTOR® RealTalk, and more.  |  MORE >

— See also CONSUMER ADVERTISING & MEMBER PROMOTION (above).

Website Domains  ::  Only members can set themselves apart and get instant recognition with a .realtor and .realestate domain. Both domains include a professional website, free for the life of the domain.  |  MORE >

CCAR Big Event Annual Membership Meeting  ::  Every Fall CCAR hosts a live membership meeting where hundreds gather to hear C.A.R. economics experts discuss market updates and information about new laws affecting the industry. Look for event announcements in the weekly Jolt e-newsletter.

County Economic Profiles  ::  Annual reports that provide an overview of the economy and housing market conditions at the county level. Reports also include data at the state and national level for comparison purposes.  |MORE >

Interactive Dashboards  ::  C.A.R.’s interactive dashboards are calculators and data management tools that allow users to interact with data by tracking, monitoring and displaying key housing market metrics. Members can gain insights by slicing and dicing variables and dig deeper into local stats that are relevant to their markets.  |  MORE >

Housing Market Forecast ::  This semi-annual report projects where mortgage rates, home sales and median prices are headed. A general statewide forecast that helps members learn about potential issues that may affect housing prices and inventory levels.  |  MORE >

Market Infographics  ::  Add some data visuals to your website, social media or next client meeting with beautifully designed, downloadable infographics for clients in your specific market area. Includes city/county market overviews, buyers and sellers guides, consumer, industry and housing affordability data, and more.  |  MORE >

Market Minute Write-Up  ::  A weekly one-page analysis that provides up-to-date information on the economy and the housing market + downloadable visual infographics to use for marketing purposes.  |  MORE >

Real Quick Video Updates  ::  A one-minute video featuring C.A.R. economists who provide a quick take on the current housing market conditions, latest economic development and recent movements on interest rates.  |  MORE >

Survey Research  ::  C.A.R.’s Research and Economics team conducts a number of surveys that cover topics relevant to members and the housing industry. Surveys offer detailed information on topics such as homebuyers, sellers, housing demographics, home prices, industry conditions and more.  |  MORE >

CCAR Member Services  ::  CCAR’s Member Services team provides friendly, customized support for members by telephone (925-295-1270) or online at [email protected]. Open five days a week in Walnut Creek and two days a week (Tue/Thu) in Hercules. Members can also access live or remote tech services for assistance with computers, laptops and mobile devices. Mon-Fri 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.

CCAR Weekly Jolt e-Newsletter  ::  Members receive CCAR’s weekly Jolt e-newsletter on Tuesdays every week featuring the Association’s top news, industry information and MLS news.  |  JOLT ARCHIVES >

CCAR Monthly District Director Email  ::  Every month, CCAR members receive top-level news and information affecting them and their businesses from Board of Directors district liaisons. Updates include top news, and upcoming education and events.  |  VIEW SAMPLE >

Facebook  ::  CCAR, C.A.R. and NAR host a huge member community on each of their Facebook pages, plus private groups to keep members in the know.  |  CCAR Facebook >  |  C.A.R. Facebook  |  NAR Facebook >

ccartoday.com  ::  Easy to use, CCAR’s website provides information and links to industry data, news, MLS features, Legal services, city information and more  |  HOME >

California Real Estate Magazine  ::  C.A.R.’s official magazine features stories about members and the changing real estate industry.  |  MORE >

“Drive With NAR” Podcast  ::  Listen any time to real-life peer-to-peer stories that will inspire your success.  |  MORE >

Global Perspectives in Real Estate  ::  A resource for global professionals, aimed at helping them globalize their local markets. Produced bi-monthly, this newsletter serves as a how-to guide and is full of useful and actionable tips. A free subscription is given to all Certified International Property Specialists (CIPS) designees.  |  MORE >

“Navigate With NAR” Newsletter  ::  Subscribe to this daily electronic newsletter to get a snapshot of market news and views.  |  MORE >

REALTOR® Magazine  ::  NAR’s monthly print and online magazine enables members to stay informed on industry best practices, news, and more.  |  MORE >

SmartZonecar.org Newsroom  ::  Features the latest market information and hand-picked news stories, weekly C.A.R. economists’ market analyses and the latest issue of the consumer-focused newsletter, Market Matters.  |  MORE >

CCAR is the East Bay Area’s voice of real estate.  Through its Government Affairs Department, CCAR provides advocacy and legislative representation on behalf of local homeowners and the real estate industry. As a partner in a powerful state and national alliance of real estate professionals, C.A.R. and NAR, CCAR and nearly 1,200 other local Associations around the country work together through local, state and federal channels to promote and protect homeownership, private property rights and the viability of the real estate industry.

CCAR Government Affairs Outreach  ::  Together, CCAR Government Affairs staff, leadership and member volunteers develop and organize a variety of local programs and services to fund, educate and build awareness among members and consumers about important real estate related legislation and other issues.  |  MORE >

Advocating For You  ::  Each year C.A.R. government affairs reviews 3000+ bills to see which ones affect your business, homeownership opportunities and property rights. Advocates in Sacramento lobby on your behalf to ensure that your business interests are addressed at the State level. C.A.R. also works with NAR on federal issues affecting California and support your local CCAR advocacy efforts.  |  MORE >

Legislative Day  ::  Every May, members from across the state converged on the Capitol to help educate legislators on how legislation impacts Private Property Rights, Homeownership, and the Real Estate Industry in California.  |  MORE >

Capitol Hill Visits – Legislative Meetings  ::  Join thousands of members from California and around the country in Washington, D.C. each May to lobby Congress on issues that matter to you and your clients. Attended by more than 9,000 NAR members every year.|  MORE >

CCRE – Center for California Real Estate  ::  Serves as a nexus for multi-disciplinary thinking aimed at addressing some of the state’s most challenging issues. Bringing together key experts from a variety of fields, from academics to policymakers to industry leaders; produces new knowledge and serves as a key resource for housing issues for members, the media and the public. |  MORE >

Member Mobilization  ::  This program recruits, trains and mobilizes you to take part in the legislative process at the grassroots level. Get involved with lobbying, political activities and legislative agenda.  |  MORE >

REALTOR® Action Fund (RAF)  ::  The real estate business is constantly under attack. Members can pledge as little as $20 per year to help support political action committees working to protect real estate at the local, state and federal levels. Contributing to RAF provides you with invaluable returns on your investment.  |  MORE >

REALTOR® Campaign School  ::  C.A.R.’s dynamic education event tailored to support aspiring local REALTOR® candidates contemplating a run for local office. Features guest speakers, comprehensive Q&A sessions and detailed exploration of the most effective strategies for a political campaign. Inquire about setting up a campaign school at CCAR by contacting [email protected].

REALTOR® Party  ::  From city halls to Capitol Hill–supports candidates and advances public policies that protect homeownership, promote a vibrant business environment and build strong communities.  |  MORE >

REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC)  ::  Members’ voluntary contributions to RPAC help elect candidates at all levels of government who understand and support the interests of REALTORS and property owners across the country.  |  MORE >

Unlocking California Politics Podcast  ::  Member resource for politics, legislation, housing policy, and housing news from C.A.R. Download iTunes or Spotify to hear the latest episodes from C.A.R. experts who will give you their take on California politics, housing news and policies, and other top industry matters.  |  MORE >

Receive 10% off designations and certifications  >

ABR® – Accredited Buyer’s Representative Designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. The designation program establishes a foundation of training, skills and resources to help you excel as a buyer’s representative.  |  MORE >

AHWD – At Home With Diversity Certification is designed to present a picture of the changing face of the industry. The course facilitates open discussion among students, creating an opportunity to think about clients with respect and sensitivity to their diverse backgrounds and preferences.  |  MORE >

CIPS – Certified International Property Specialist Designation provides real estate professionals with knowledge, research and networking  tools to globalize their business.  |  MORE >

e-PRO® Certification helps real estate professionals master advanced digital marketing techniques and increase their ability to reach customers, expand their capabilities and build trust by safeguarding client information.  |  MORE >

GAA – General Accredited Appraiser Designation certifies advanced education and experience in residential, commercial and industrial property valuation.  |  MORE >

Green Designation teaches real estate professionals how to increase their income by helping clients make informed choices about the resource efficiency and performance of their homes.  |  MORE >

HFR – Home Finance Resource Certification provides real estate professionals with foundational education to help them confidently explain key pieces of the loan origination process.  |  MORE >

GRI – Graduate REALTOR® Institute Designation gives you the tools to stand out to prospective home buyers and sellers as a professional who has gained in-depth knowledge on technical subjects.  |  MORE >

MRP – Military Relocation Professional Certification is designed to educate real estate professionals on how to work with current and former military service members to explore the right housing solutions that suit their unique needs and access military benefits and support.  |  MORE >

PSA – Pricing Strategy Advisor Certification program is designed to help real estate professionals enhance their skills in pricing properties, creating CMAs, working with appraisers and guiding clients through home valuations.  |  MORE >

RAA – Residential Accredited Appraiser Designation represents advanced knowledge and experience analyzing and developing valuations of residential property.  |  MORE >

RSPS – Resort & Second-Home Property Specialist Certification helps members gain insights and strategies to help maximize opportunities in the resort and second-home market.  |  MORE >

SFR® – Short Sales & Foreclosure Resource Certification gives real estate professionals a framework to assist sellers in maneuvering the complexities of short sales and help buyers pursue short sale and foreclosure opportunities.  |  MORE >

SRES® – Seniors Real Estate Specialist Designation helps real estate professionals understand what motivates the growing over-50 market and how to address their needs.  |  MORE >

Rental Beast – CA Rental Listing Service  ::  Provides members with free access to rental centric tools. Easily search rental inventory, add/edit rental listings, screen tenants with a single solution.  |  MORE >

Property Management Conference  ::  Designed to provide attendees with access to industry experts, legal and legislative updates and key information for new and seasoned property managers. For more information contact [email protected].  |  MORE >

The REALTOR® Safety Program provides extensive resources like webinars, videos and more to help keep you safe on the job.  |  MORE >

Real Estate Safety Matters Program  ::  Developed in partnership with NAR’s REALTOR ^® Safety program, this course is an essential primer on how real estate professionals can limit risk to preserve safety-their safety, their clients’ safety- and for positive business outcomes. Learn how to assess risk in their current practice and create safety systems, scripts, and tools for listing appointments, showing property, and conducting open houses.  Also learn to protect personal and electronic information online, in the cloud, and on social networks.  As a practical resource, this course offers easy-to-remember strategies for real estate professionals when facing potentially dangerous situations.  |  MORE >

NAR Sustainability Program ::  Provides members with access to tools supporting efficient and resilient homes and communities. Resource topics range from solar energy to smart homes. The annual Sustainability Summit brings real estate professionals together to explore the current and future trends in real estate and land use sustainability.  |  MORE >

CCAR REALTOR and Affiliate members receive 1 free laptop tune up every year (a $129 value), plus live/remote tech services and sales from the “Laptop Doc” who will help tune up or repair laptops and mobile devices. Live and remote appointments available. Discounts on top-name electronics also available.  |  MORE > 

Blockrails Transaction Fraud Protection Services  ::  An exclusive product for members to pre-screen prospects, efficiently manage deal flow, eliminate paper checks, prevent payment fraud and make home buying safe and easy.  |  MORE >

Dell & Lenovo Discounts  ::  Members-only pricing on laptops, desktops, electronics, accessories, servers and more.  |  DELL >  |  LENOVO >

SECURUS  Dark Web Reports  ::  Free dark-web scan report, 60% off full-service identity theft protection, recovery plans, child-monitoring plans; 40% off the monthly retail price on small business solutions.  |  MORE >

Website Domains  ::  Only members can set themselves apart and get instant recognition with a .realtor and .realestate domain. Both domains include a professional website, free for the life of the domain.  |  MORE >

Avis & Budget Rental Cars  ::  Members receive up to 25% off base rates on car rentals from two of the leading rental car services.  |  AVIS >  |  BUDGET >

Hertz  ::  Members can save up to 25% off base rates on cars, vans, and pickup trucks.  |  MORE >

NAR Travel Club  ::  Members can join free and explore the world affordably with exclusive savings on hotels, resorts, activities, flights and car rentals. Upgrade for up to 60%  off hotels, cruises, vacation homes, tickets and more.  |  MORE >

SnoopDrive Auto Protection  ::  NAR members save an average of 50% off dealership pricing on auto warranties and protection products.  |  MORE >