• IMPORTANT: Upcoming MLS Updates – April 15
• Reminder: Coming Soon Listings Can Now By Syndicated
• REALTOR® Optimized Laptops For Sale
All laptops purchased from CCAR come with a 2-year warranty, data transfer, and RE setup included.
• Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 – $850.36 >>
• LG Gram 17 – Ai Ready – $1,845.36 >>
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.
President’s Message: Step Up and Run for the 2027 CCAR Board of Directors
5th Annual C.A.R. Fair Housing Day – April 14
University of California, Berkeley
C.A.R.’s 5th Annual Fair Housing Day features keynote speaker Andre M. Perry of the Brookings Institution, a leading voice on race, inequality, and economic inclusion.
The event brings together industry experts to discuss expanding accessible and multigenerational housing, addressing barriers for first-time and first-generation buyers, and examining the intersection of immigration policy and California fair housing protections. These sessions will offer practical insights to help REALTORS® better serve California’s diverse communities.
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WCR: How to Be Un-Deletable – April 22
Join Women’s Council of REALTORS® at the Walnut Creek Library on April 22 for an evening of networking, insight, and inspiration. Featuring keynote speaker Arjun Dhingra, this event will deliver practical strategies on mindset, branding, and today’s market to help you grow your business. Seats are limited.
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Ready to Lead? Apply by Next Tuesday
for the 2027 CCAR Board of Directors
As part of the nation’s largest trade association, CCAR has a proud legacy built by members who step up to lead, serve, and inspire. Now, it’s your opportunity to be part of that legacy.
The election for the 2027 CCAR Board of Directors begins on June 15, 2026, and we want YOU to help shape the future of our Association.
There are 6 open positions including:
• President-Elect (1 year term)
• Treasurer (2 year term)
• 4 Directors-at-Large (2 year term)
Completed applications AND a signed position description acknowledging you understand the duties and requirements must be received by 5:00pm next Tuesday, April 14.
Candidates may also be nominated by petition, which must be signed by at least 50 REALTOR® members eligible to vote. Contact Gail Hargis at [email protected] to request a petition form, or follow the link below for more information.
Cinco de Mayo Affiliate Faire – May 6
Spice up your night on Wed, May 6th at St. Stephen Church—it’s time for a Cinco de Mayo fiesta!
CCAR REALTOR® Members: meet Affiliate Members, explore their booths, and discover new products and services that can help support your business. Enjoy festive bites, cold beer, wine, and a lively evening with fellow industry pros all while supporting two amazing causes—the CCAR Scholarship Foundation and CCAR Helping Hands.
CCAR Affiliates: The Cinco de Mayo Affiliate Faire offers a fantastic opportunity to showcase your business to CCAR REALTORS®. Think of it as a trade show, but more fun– and it’s all for a great cause!
FREE REALTOR® TICKETS >>
April Learning Opportunities Are In Full Bloom at CCAR
April brings a fresh chance to refocus, reconnect, and grow your business. Our latest Education & Events Newsletter is packed with classes and events designed specifically for you.
Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, stay current on industry changes, or connect with fellow REALTORS®, we’ve made it easy to find what you need.
Inside, you’ll find our full lineup of April offerings with direct registration links, plus access to the CCAR education dashboard—so you can quickly see what’s coming up and plan ahead.
Take time to invest in yourself this month. We’re here to support your success every step of the way.
Featured Education:
Take your lead generation to the next level with Lead Gen Blueprint: Secrets to Master Top Platforms – from the trainers behind Conquering Social Media and AI.
Join us Wed, April 22 from 10:00–11:00am on Zoom for a high-energy session designed to help REALTORS® generate more leads from both paid and organic sources across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X, while sharpening your top-of-mind marketing, SEO, traffic and lead management strategies. You’ll also get practical tips on ChatGPT (AI) integration, video marketing, blogging, and more – delivered by rock star coaches in a fun, motivating format!
Register >>
Reminder: Coming Soon Listings Can Now Be Syndicated
Effective March 30, CCAR MLS began allowing Coming Soon listings to be syndicated, giving sellers more choice in how their property is marketed. Agents can now select syndication preferences during listing entry using the Internet Site field and related options, based on their client’s instructions and broker policies. Existing Coming Soon listings default to not syndicated, but can be updated at any time. MLS Rules will be updated to reflect this added flexibility.
MLS Updates Coming Next Week: More Space,
More Features, More Control – April 15
We’re updating the MLS to give you more control when adding your listings. These improvements help create better search results and give your property details the attention they deserve.
- Directions to Property: Character limit increased from 50 to 70 to allow for clearer, more complete directions.
- Public Remarks: Character limit increased from 1,000 to 2,500 characters.
- Listing Photos: Maximum number of photos increased from 60 to 99.
- Water and Sewer Features: These will now appear as separate feature categories for more accurate data entry and search results.
- New Selectable Features:
- “Taxiway Properties” added to X – Lot Description in the Residential class and H – Lot Description in the Lots & Land
- “Aircraft Hangar” added to N – Garage/Parking in the Residential class
New MLS Status: Sold Off MLS
This status is designed to improve data accuracy and provide a clearer picture of market activity. It allows subscribers to enter a property that was sold before being submitted to the MLS, ensuring it is captured for comparable and reporting purposes. Meaning, at the seller’s request, the property was never entered into the MLS prior to the sale.
CCAR’s Director of MLS Services, Joey Masters, will walk you through upcoming changes at the West County Marketing Meeting this Thursday, March 19 at the CCAR Hercules Office.
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VIEW APRIL 15 MLS RULES CHANGES >>
(Changes marked in red.)
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