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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     APRIL 16, 2024
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Top News

•  CCAR Annual Golf Tournament – May 10
•  Free Tony Robbins “RESULTS” Workshop – Tomorrow
•  NAR Lawsuit & Settlement Updates – Apr. 24
•  Congratulations Garrett Mann!
•  CCAR Scholarship Foundation Poker Party – Apr. 20
•  National Ethics Day – May 23

MLS Updates

•  New Residential Feature Updates in Paragon – May 6
•  Register to Vote
•  Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Coming Soon
•  RE Optimized Laptops for Sale

Upcoming Education

CCAR Kick off 2024 Strong Workshop w/ Tony Robbins Inc
Wed., Apr. 17  |  10:30am – 12:00pm

REALTORS® Broker Summit
Thu., Apr. 18

Winning Hearts & Contracts: Selling Yourself as a Buyer’s Agent
Thu., Apr. 18  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Prospecting with RPR
Thu., Apr. 18  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

License Renewal Crash Course

Fri., Apr. 19  |  9:30am – 12:00pm

Intro to RPR: CMA Reports & More
Fri., Apr. 19  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

Paragon Connect: How to Add a Listing
Mon., Apr. 22  |  11:00am – 11:30am

Cloud CMA: How to Create a CMA
Mon., Apr. 22  |  2:00pm – 3:00pm

Winning Hearts & Contracts: Selling Yourself as a Buyer’s Agent
Tue., Apr. 23  |  10:00am – 11:00am

1031 Exchange: Grow Your Business with 1031 Exchange
Tue., Apr. 23  |  2:00pm – 3:00pm

Paragon: Getting to Know Paragon
Tue., Apr. 23  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

On the Go? Stay on Track with Sellers w/ RPR Mobile
Wed., Apr. 24  |  9:00am – 10:00am

NAR Lawsuit: Updates and Q&A on NAR Lawsuits & Settlements
Wed., Apr. 24  |  12:00pm – 1:00pm

RPR Commercial: Search, Site Selection & Prospecting
Thu., Apr. 25  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Paragon: Sending Auto Emails to Clients (Buyer Agent 101)
Thu., Apr. 25  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

C.A.R. Town Hall for Brokers, Office Managers & Firm Principles
Fri, Apr. 26  |  11:00am 12:30pm

Winning Hearts & Contracts: Selling Yourself as a Buyer’s Agent
Mon., Apr. 29  |  10:00am – 11:00am

On-Demand Video Marketing: Canva Magic for Mass Content Creation (Watch On-Demand)
Tue., Apr. 30

Online Continuing Education

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

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CONGRATULATIONS GARRETT MANN, 
SECURITY PACIFIC Real Estate!

Congrats to CCAR Member Garrett Mann of Security Pacific Real Estate! He’s among 30 exceptional REALTORS® selected from ~300 nationally by a panel of NAR judges. Learn more about Garrett and his fellow NAR “30 Under 30” honorees in a special digital edition of REALTOR® Magazine on June 24th.
READ MORE >>

CCAR Scholarship Foundation:
Poker Party – Apr. 20

READ MORE >> 

National Ethics Day – May 23

Do you want to satisfy your NAR Code of Ethics requirement without having to take a test? Join us on Zoom for a virtual #NationalEthicsDay with renowned author, motivational speaker and successful REALTOR®, Leigh Brown, on May 23rd.
facebook.com/NationalCodeofEthicsDay >>
READ MORE & REGISTER >>

Join Us for a Day of Golf and Giving:
CCAR’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament – May 10

Get ready to tee off for two fantastic causes at CCAR’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament! Dust off your Callaways and TaylorMades for an unforgettable day on the greens of Boundary Oak Golf Course in Walnut Creek on Friday, May 10 at 11:30am.

While you swing for a purpose, enjoy a delicious boxed lunch, and then end the day with a post-tournament dinner and award ceremony, all included for every golfer. For those who prefer to join us later in the evening, “Dinner Only” tickets are also available. Here, you can bid on fantastic raffle prizes and enjoy a cash bar to keep the celebration going.

Your participation isn’t just about the game—it’s about making a meaningful difference. Every swing supports CCAR Helping Hands and the CCAR Scholarship Foundation, ensuring a stronger community and brighter futures.

Let’s make this year’s tournament one to remember, both on and off the course!

Read More & Register >>
View the Flyer >>

CCAR x Tony Robbins:
Kickoff 2025 STRONG with
Stu Massengill! – Feb. 12

Achieve Extraordinary Results with Tony Robbins’ Top National Trainer, Stu Massengill! Join us live on Zoom next Wed., Feb. 12, from 10 – 11:30am, for an exclusive FREE session designed to help you create lasting change and reach new heights in your personal and professional life.

As a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and an expert in Peak Performance, leadership, and the psychology of achievement, Stu will guide you through a transformative three-step process to overcome obstacles and bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn powerful strategies, develop an unshakable mindset, and define clear goals for a more fulfilling life!

REGISTER NOW >>

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NAR Lawsuit & Settlement Updates – Tomorrow

Exclusive Invitation: Join CCAR, BayEast, and bridgeMLS Members for a Special NAR Legal Update and Q&A with Charlie Lee, NAR’s Senior Counsel and Director of Legal Affairs. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain invaluable insights and participate in an interactive discussion on April 24th at noon via Zoom. Please note: Attendance is limited to members of the three associations.

NAR also continues to provide timely updates on litigation settlement details. Visit competition.realtor to access the latest information.

Read More >>

It’s an Election Year…
Are you Registered to Vote?

Register Now >>

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Coming Soon

We’re excited to announce that we’ll be rolling out Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to bolster MLS security. MFA provides an additional layer of defense beyond passwords by requiring multiple forms of identification for access, greatly minimizing the risk of unauthorized entry. Stay tuned for upcoming communications detailing what this entails for you and how to ready yourself. Rest assured, safeguarding your data is a top priority!

RE OPTIMIZED LAPTOPS FOR SALE

All Laptops purchased from CCAR receive a 2-year warranty, data transfer, and RE setup. 
LG Gram 15.6″ Touchscreen – $990.24 >>
Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 13.3″ Touchscreen – $990.24  >>

Exciting Paragon Changes:
New Residential Feature Updates!

On May 6th, Paragon MLS will introduce enhancements aimed at streamlining listing input, enhancing search capabilities, and aligning with industry data standards. Get ready for a smoother and more efficient experience! View description changes and actions taken below. 


View complete list of updates >>

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