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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     APRIL 1, 2025
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Top News

•  Now Accepting Applications: 2026 CCAR Board of Directors
•  CCAR YPN Bites, Beats, and Breakthroughs! – Apr. 2
•  Renew Your Real Estate License Fast! – Apr. 7
•  RAF: Bail Out Barry!
•  WCR Bowling Tournament – May 16

MLS Updates

•  CCAR Prepares Local Policy in Response to NAR’s Clear
   Coop Guidelines
•  REALTOR® Optimized Laptops For Sale
•  Changes Coming to ListTrac – Free Access Ending Soon

Upcoming Education


Welcome to RPR! Tools, Tips & Skills Every Agent Needs
Wed., Apr. 2  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Top 5 Must-Have Apps for Real Estate
Wed., Apr. 2  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm

Financing the Dream of Homeownership
Thu., Apr. 3  |  10:00am – 1:00pm

MLS: Intro to Paragon MLS
Thu., Apr. 3  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

DRE License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., Apr. 4  |  9:30am – 12:00pm

New Construction: BuildersUpdate
Fri., Apr. 4  |  10:00am – 11:00am

DRE License Renewal Crash Course (In-Person)
Mon., Apr. 7  |  9:00am – 12:00pm

RPR: Prep, Present, Prevail! – How to WIN Listings w/ RPR
Mon., Apr. 7  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Homeowner Association Issues Impacting REALTORS® & Their Clients
Tue., Apr. 8  |  1:30pm – 2:30pm

MLS: Set it & Forget It w/ Paragon’s Collab Center
Tue., Apr. 8  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

Supra eKEY® Basic Training
Wed., Apr. 9  |  8:00am – 9:00am

Social Media in Real Estate: The DO’S & DON’TS
Wed., Apr. 9  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Reel Estate: Your Basic Guide to IG Reels
Wed., Apr. 9  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm

Realtor.com® – The Latest Tools & Free Resources
Thu., Apr. 10  |  9:00am – 10:00am

Intro to zipForm: Transaction Management Software
Thu., Apr. 10  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

C.A.R. Townhall for Brokers/Manager
Fri., Apr. 11  |  11:00am – 12:30pm

AI-Powered Real Estate
Mon., Apr. 14  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Showing Management: Intro to BrokerBay
Tue., Apr. 15  |  8:00am – 9:00am

RPR: Intro to Realtor Property Resource (Your 1-Stop Shop)
Tue., Apr. 15  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

RPR: Transform Local Data Into Social Media Success w/ RPR ScriptWriter
Wed., Apr. 16  |  9:00am – 10:00am

Mortgage Loan Types & Tips for Down Payment Assistance
Wed., Apr. 16  |  10:00am – 11:00am

CCAR presents: How to Be Fair in Fair Housing (CCAR Member Exclusive)
Thu., Apr. 17  |  10:00am – 12:00pm

The Truth Behind the Headlines w/ Padi Goodspeed
Thu., Apr. 17  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Unlocking Real Estate Opportunity in Your Neighborhood
Thu., Apr. 17  |  10:00am – 11:00am

DRE License Renewal Crash Course (Online)
Fri., Apr. 18  |  9:30am – 12:00pm

 OnlineEd Offers CA Salespersons
A Fast Track to Becoming Brokers

California Salespersons now have a new path to becoming Brokers with OnlineEd’s fully interactive, online courses. These textbook-free courses are designed to be mobile-friendly and comprehensive, offering a convenient way to advance to a Broker Licensee.
REGISTER NOW >>

 Online Continuing Education

Visit the CCAR Calendar to view/register for additional online training opportunities.

YPN Spotlight

CCAR YPN Bites, Beats, and Breakthroughs!
Tomorrow, Apr. 2

Think speed dating—but for networking, professional development, and game-changing insights! This isn’t just another real estate roundtable, it’s CCAR YPN’s first-ever SPEED networking and education experience! Join us on April 2nd from 4:00 – 7:00pm at the Lafayette Library’s Don Tatzin Community Hall where you will mingle, move, and master the market—one expert at a time!

You’ll rotate through high-energy networking and discussion rounds, engaging with top industry pros and walking away with powerful strategies to boost your real estate career—FAST. Expect dynamic conversations, expert-led discussions, and actionable takeaways you can use right away.

Read More & Register >>

REALTOR® ACTION FUND (RAF)

The RAF supports political activities at the local, state, and national levels. It gives REALTORS® the financial resources needed to advocate for policies which protect property rights and REALTORS®​ ability to effectively conduct their business.

 






Contribute Today >>

+ CCAR CALENDAR

This is no April Fool’s Joke:
When Hall of Fame Goes Hall of Shame –
Barry’s Bailout Begins!

REALTOR® Action Fund >>

WCR Bowling Tournament – May 16

More Information >>

Now Accepting Applications: 2026 CCAR Board of Directors

As part of the nation’s largest trade association, the Contra Costa Association of REALTORS® (CCAR) has a proud legacy of service. For decades, thousands of members have contributed their time and talents to this great Association. Serving as a CCAR Director is your opportunity to carry that tradition forward and help guide our future.

The election for the 2026 Board of Directors begins June 16, 2025 — apply now to get your name on the ballot!

Applications and signed position descriptions are due by 5pm on Tuesday, April 22.

Ready to Lead? Complete an Application >>

CCAR YPN Bites, Beats, and Breakthroughs! – Tomorrow!

Think speed dating—but for networking, professional development, and game-changing insights! This isn’t just another real estate roundtable, it’s CCAR YPN’s first-ever SPEED networking and education experience! Join us tomorrow, April 2nd from 4:00 – 7:00pm at the Lafayette Library’s Don Tatzin Community Hall where you will mingle, move, and master the market—one expert at a time!

You’ll rotate through high-energy networking and discussion rounds, engaging with top industry pros and walking away with powerful strategies to boost your real estate career—FAST. Expectdynamic conversations, expert-led discussions, and actionable takeaways you can use right away.

And because no great CCAR YPN event is complete without a little fun—enjoy delicious charcuterie, sip on beer and wine, and soak in the beats while expanding your network and sharpening your expertise…

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Renew Your Real Estate License Fast! – Apr. 7

Your time is valuable—and if you benefit from in-person, live training, this course is for you!

This crash course is the quickest and easiest way to renew your real estate license. In just one class, you’ll cover all required material—including the latest DRE updates—and get fully prepped to pass the open-book, online final exams at your own pace. It’s approved for California DRE credit, includes Ethics credit for NAR Cycle 8 (just send your certificate to [email protected]), and comes with a 100% Pass Guarantee through REVEI.com or your money back.

Don’t waste time—pass the first time and finish it all for just $110 (CCAR members). Choose from three convenient 2025 dates: April 7, June 3, or October 1, all from 9am to 12pm.

Read More >>

REALTOR® Optimize Laptops For Sale

Laptop Doc

All laptops purchased from CCAR come with a 2-year warranty, data transfer, and RE setup included. Reminder: Support for Windows 10 ends on Oct. 14, 2025.
  • Lenovo Slim 5i 16″ – $935.51 >>
  • Lenovo IdeaPad 14″ 2 in 1 – $935.51  >>

Changes Coming to ListTrac – Free Access Ending Soon

ListTrac has been instrumental in keeping sellers informed about their home’s online activity. However, starting this month, ListTrac will transition to a new subscription model, meaning free access will no longer be available.

CCAR agents who wish to continue using ListTrac will have the option to subscribe, which includes a 7-day free trial. For office or brokerage access, please reach out to [email protected].

New NAR MLS Policy: Multiple Listing Options for Sellers

The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has introduced a new MLS policy—Multiple Listing Options for Sellers—designed to give sellers and their agents more flexibility in how properties are marketed.

Each MLS has the discretion to determine a delayed marketing period that best fits the needs of its local market. CCAR leadership is currently engaged in collaborative efforts to establish a local policy that best suits the needs of our members. The current requirements for a “delayed marketing exempt listing” may already align with our current Coming Soon status and rules. CCAR is reviewing the new policy to make any necessary changes and will provide updates through the process.

Developed through extensive industry-wide collaboration, NAR’s policy complements the existing Clear Cooperation Policy and supports fair housing by ensuring equal access to property information.

Read More >>
NAR Multiple Listing Options for Sellers FAQ >>
Additional Resources >>

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