• Get to Know the Candidates Running for the 2025
CCAR BOD
• Attend National Ethics Day and Fulfill Ethics
Requirement
• Bowling for the American Dream – June 6
• MLS & Key Invoice Coming Wed.
• West County Marketing Meeting This Thu.
• C.A.R. Market Update
• REALTOR® Legislative Meetings Roundup
• In-Person: Tackling Bay Area’s Housing Supply
Challenge – May 21
• In-Person: Mortgage 101 with John Kay – May 29
RPR: AI Powered Scriptwriter for Marketing
Wed., May 15 | 9:00am – 10:00am
Marketing: Canva Appy Hour
Wed., May 15 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm
On Demand Webcast: Social Media for Agents
Thu., May 16 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Paragon Connect: Auto Emails to Sellers
Thu., May 16 | 11:00am – 11:30am
License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., May 17 | 9:30am – 12:00pm
FREE (ABR®) Designation- Accredited Buyer’s Representative
Mon., May 20 | 8:00am – 3:00pm
Marketing: Video Strategies to Amplify your Brand
Mon., May 20 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Intro to zipForms Edition (Lone Wolf Transactions)
Mon., May 20 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
zipForm Office Hours with the ZipGuys (Open Forum)
Tue., May 21 | 10:00am – 11:00am
RentSpree: Level Up Your Business w/ Rentals
Tue., May 21 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Paragon Connect: My Content
Wed., May 22 | 11:00am – 11:30am
Building an Effective Market Strategy
Wed., May 22 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Residential Listing Agreement & Related Forms
Thu., May 23 | 10:00am – 11:00am
National Ethics Day LIVE Stream w/ Leigh Brown (Satisfy Cycle 7 Ethics)
Thu., May 23 | 10:00am – 1:00pm
C.A.R. Town Hall for Brokers, Office Managers & Firm Principals
Fri., May 24 | 11:00am – 12:30pm
Cloud CMA: How to Create a CMA
Tue., May 28 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Mortgage 101 with John Kay (In-Person – Space is Limited!)
Wed., May 29 | 10:00am – 11:00am
WomanUp®LIVE Show
Wed., May 29 | 11:00am – 12:00pm
Buyer’s Agent Breakdown Panel
Thu., May 30 | 10:00am – 11:30am
Intro to RPR: CMA Reports & More
Thu., May 30 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Smartphone Video Basics for REALTORS®
Fri., May 31 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Paragon: Getting to Know Paragon
Fri., May 31 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Visit the CCAR Calendar to view/register for additional online training opportunities.
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.
UPDATED May 5: NAR is constantly updating the litigation FAQs to include additional information and clarity about written buyer agreements. Also included are members’ latest questions answered.
Visit the NAR litigation resource hub at: www.facts.realtor and/or: NAR FAQ page.
MLS & KEY FEES INVOIce Coming WED.
Be on the lookout for an email with a link to view and pay your 2024-2025 MLS & Key Fees invoice, due on July 1st.
West County Marketing Meeting
This Thu., May 16
Join us this Thursday from 8:45 – 10:00am for the West County Marketing Meeting. This month, Phil Deutscher, Broker of Record at Keller Williams Realty East Bay and Keller Williams Realty Danville, will share insights on navigating the transition to the new “Post NAR Settlement Era” from a broker’s perspective.
Plus, meet the candidates for the 2025 CCAR Board of Directors as they introduce themselves and the positions they are running for. Enjoy complimentary breakfast burritos, fresh fruit, and beverages. See you there!
C.A.R. Market Update
May 13, 2024 – The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage continued to edge down last week as the bond market settles after several strong economic reports. The Fed has taken further…
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Get to Know the Candidates Running for the
2025 CCAR Board of Directors!
Get ready for the upcoming 2025 CCAR Board of Directors election! Take a few minutes to review the candidate statements and familiarize yourself with your fellow members seeking service on the Board.
This election will determine the 2025 President-Elect, Treasurer, and four Directors-At-Large. To validate the election, we need at least 576 members, 15% of the total CCAR REALTOR® Membership as of the May 10 election record date, to cast their votes. Your vote matters!
President- Elect (1 Position) Important Dates:
• Darnella Aulani May 16: West County Marketing Meeting
• John Fondnazio – Candidate Speeches
May 21: Rossmoor Marketing Meeting
Treasurer (1 Position) – Candidate Speeches
• Peter Maclennan May 30: RMA
– Candidate Speeches
Director-at-Large (4 Positions) June 10 – Voting begins at 9am*
• Valerie Crowell June 17 – Voting ends at 9am
• Murrey Kehrlein
• Cherry Wade
• Rolanda Wilson
• Stephen Wondolowski
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*Unique voting links will be emailed from “ElectionBuddy”.
Attend Ethics Day “Revisited” and Fulfill Your Ethics Requirement FREE! – Dec. 18
Did you know that half of CCAR REALTOR® members still need to check off their ethics training? Don’t fall behind! Every REALTOR® must complete 2.5 hours of ethics training every three years, and the current cycle ends this December. Skip it, and you risk suspension and eventual termination of your CCAR, C.A.R., and NAR memberships.
Still need to complete it? This is your last chance to tune into the National Real Estate Ethics Day® “Revisited” Stream with Leigh Brown on Wed., Dec. 18, from 10:00am – 1:00pm and fulfill your requirement for FREE! It’s fast, engaging, and there’s no test – just a great way to stay compliant!
REGISTER >>
OTHER ETHICS TRAINING OPTIONS >>
Bowling for the American Dream – June 6
Join CCAR in a bowling showdown against every participating AOR in California, all while supporting C.A.R.’s Housing Affordability Fund!
On June 6th, from 1:00 – 4:00pm at Paddock Bowl in Martinez, rally your squad for a chance at victory. If a CCAR Team scores the most points (and trust us, we’ve got some top-notch bowlers!), the winning team will split a $1,000 prize! Don’t miss out on this charitable bowling extravaganza, teams of 4 are encouraged.
Sponsorships are also available. Become a “Lane Sponsor” and proudly display your corporate banner at the end of your bowling lane for everyone to see. Other sponsorship opportunities, including Raffle Table Sponsor, Bar Sponsor, and Food Sponsor, are also available.
NAR NEWS:
REALTORS® Legislative Meetings (RLM) Roundup
- Watch a webinar debuting the results of NAR’s annual state and local policy survey and showing how they directly shaped our RLM policy priorities.
- Read about the Federal Legislative & Political Forum featuring former members of Congress Joe Cunningham and Trey Gowdy and the Advocacy Scoop hosted by NAR Advocacy staff.
- Hear directly from REALTOR® members about their experiences on Capitol Hill.
- Learn about the Arlington Smart Growth field experience hosted by NAR and the Northern Virginia Association of REALTORS®.
- Read the National Governors Association’s recap of Montana Governor Greg Gianforte’s address to NAR’s State & Local Issues Policy Committee on making housing more affordable and accessible.
- Learn why housing trade groups applaud launch of bipartisan congressional real estate caucus.
IN-PERSON EDUCATION:
TACKLING THE BAY AREA’s HOUSING SUPPLY CHALLENGE – MAY 21
C.A.R.’s Center for California Real Estate (CCRE), presents a panel discussion on the housing supply challenges in the Bay Area at the Letterman Digital Arts Center in San Francisco on May 21 from 9:00 – 11:30am.
Despite its innovation and economic vitality, the Bay Area faces a housing crisis, impacting both high-skilled and working-class professionals. This panel explores solutions from government, corporate, and community sectors to address this dilemma. Bringing together thought leaders from academia, industry, and nonprofits, the event fosters dialogue and collaboration to maintain an accessible and thriving Bay Area community.
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MORTGAGE 101 with John Kay – May 29
Join us in-person at CCAR on May 29 from 10:00 – 11:00am for a jam packed hour of learning and a Q&A session from Senior Mortgage Advisor John Kay.
No matter if you’re guiding a first-time home buyer, assisting a seasoned buyer, or advising someone exploring refinancing options, this class is designed to empower you and alleviate your clients’ concerns when navigating the home loan process. Come prepared with your questions for an enlightening session!
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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 >>
Trackxi Task Tracker Savings Coming Soon!
We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with Trackxi, an innovative deal and task tracker tailored for real estate professionals. This collaboration is all about showcasing your value to clients and ensuring transparency with partners like lenders and title/escrow companies.
Starting June 2, CCAR members can unlock a 10% discount by using the code CONTRA1068 during checkout.
With Trackxi, you can optimize your workflow and dedicate more time and energy to providing exceptional service to your clients and closing deals. Join the ranks of savvy agents and transaction coordinators who are transforming their operations with Trackxi. Your time is valuable, and this partnership is designed to boost your success.
Trackxi Live Training via Zoom
June 4 at 11am | Register >>
June 6 at 12pm | Register >>
If you have any questions please contact CCAR Member Services at [email protected] or 925.295.1270.
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