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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     MAY 21, 2024
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CCAR OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED MON.,
MAY 27 in honor of memorial day.

Top News

•  Join Ethics Day Online This Thursday: Fulfill Your NAR
   Requirement—No Test Needed!
•  Bowling for the American Dream – June 6
•  Get to Know the Candidates Running for the 2025
   CCAR BOD
•  Seeking Local Community Service Resources
•  In-Person: Mortgage 101 with John Kay – May 29
•  Updated Disclaimer & Disclosure Advisory & Addenda
   Now on zipForm

•  4 Things to Know About the BCA Form

MLS Updates

•  Trackxi Task Tracker Savings Coming Soon!
•  Save 40% with New Partner – BeenVerified
•  RE Optimized Laptops for Sale

Upcoming Education

FEATURED: FREE ABR Designation Live Webinar
Tue., Jun. 4 – Wed., Jun 5  |  8:00am – 3:00pm

FEATURED: FREE ABR Designation Live Webinar
Mon., Jun. 17 – Tue., Jun 18  |  8:00am – 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

2024 Buyer Representation Agreement & Related Forms
Tue., May 28  |  10:00am – 11:00am

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

Trackxi Live Training
Tue., Jun. 4  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

FREE ABR Designation Live Webinar
Tue., Jun. 4 – Wed., Jun 5  |  8:00am – 3:00pm

Trackxi Live Training
Thu., Jun. 6  |  12:00pm – 1:00pm

FREE ABR Designation Live Webinar
Mon., Jun. 17 – Tue., Jun 18  |  8:00am – 3:00pm 

Online Continuing Education

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

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.

 




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Seeking Local Community Service Resources

Do you volunteer for a local charitable organization or know of any valuable community resources in Contra Costa County? We are building a list of organizations that provide services such as homeless housing, food banks, family support, medical, dental, psychiatric, financial assistance programs, patient advocacy/support programs and other support services for those in need. Please submit recommendations to: susan@ccartoday. Thank you.

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. 
READ MORE & REGISTER >>

Disclaimer & Disclosure Advisory & Addenda Updates Now Available

New updates to the Richmond Purchase Addenda and the Contra Costa Disclaimer & Disclosure Advisory are now available on zipForm®, Dotloop, and Glide.

4 Things to know about the BCA Form

On May 9th, C.A.R. released a new form, the Broker Compensation Advisory (C.A.R. Form BCA). This form was created to help agents have transparent discussions with their clients about broker compensation…
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Join Ethics Day Online This Thursday:
Fulfill Your NAR Requirement—No Test Needed!

Join CCAR as we partner with Nationally Recognized REALTOR® Speaker, Leigh Brown, for an exclusive livestream event this Thursday, May 23, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, marking the 7th Annual National Real Estate Ethics Day®.

Not only will you fulfill your NAR triennial Code of Ethics requirement for FREE and without having to take a test, but you’ll also elevate your business practices and improve professionalism overall. It’s a win-win for your career!

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to engage in live Q&A during the event by joining our dedicated Facebook group, moderated by a Code of Ethics advisory panel.

Read More and Register >>

Vision. Service. Leadership. Meet the 2026 Board Candidates

Get ready for the 2025 CCAR Board of Directors election next Monday! 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!

Personalized Voting Links will be emailed to CCAR REALTOR® members Monday Morning at 9am.

Read More >>

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.

Read More >>

Save 40% with New Partner – BeenVerified

People, Vehicle, Property, and Contact Information Database
  • Quick access to billions of records on people, real estate, 
    and more
  • Trusted by millions of users since 2009
  • Helps members stay safe from scammers and spammers by
     looking up background information
  • More ways to search – name, address, email, phone, social
     media handle, and more
  • Generate high quality leads
  • 40% discount for members
READ MORE >>

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 in June!

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 3, 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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