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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     MAY 27, 2025
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Top News

•  YPN Lunch & Learn: Mastering the Market – June 12
•  Renew Your Real Estate License Fast! – June 3
•  CCAR Helping Hands Bingo Night – June 18
•  CCAR BOD Election – Read Candidate Statements
•  C.A.R. STEPS Towards Homeownership – Jun. 18

Ethics Corner

•  Need a Helping Hand During a Disciplinary Process?
   Meet Your Ethics Advocate

MLS Updates

•  CubiCasa: Free Member Benefit Coming June 10!
•  REALTOR® Optimized Laptops For Sale

Upcoming Education

Commercial: Exploring Advanced Tools for Comps, Site Selection & Valuation
Wed., May 28  |  9:00am – 10:00am

Scaling with Strategy: Real Tactics for Real Estate Growth
Wed., May 28  |  10:00am – 11:00am

WomanUP!® Live Show
Wed., May 28  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Intro to zipForm: Transaction Management Software
Wed., May 28  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

RPR: Next Gen Reports (All New – Beta)
Thu., May 29  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

New Construction: BuildersUpdate
Mon., Jun. 2  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Intro to Supra Showing Management
Tue., Jun. 3  |  8:00am – 9:00am

DRE License Renewal Crash Course (In-Person)
Tue., Jun. 3  |  9:00am – 12:00pm

Local Government & Community: Partnering for Success
Tue., Jun. 3  |  2:00pm – 4:30pm

Successfully Meet Clients’ Needs w/ RPR Search & Map Tools
Wed., Jun. 4  |  9:00am – 10:00am

MLS: Intro to Paragon MLS
Wed., Jun. 4  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

zipForm: Explore Advanced Tools w/ the Zip Guys
Thu., Jun. 5  |  1:00pm 2:00pm

Free OnDemand: The Role of a REALTOR® in Disasters (DPK 1)
Fri., Jun. 6  |  12:00am – 12:00am

DRE License Renewal Crash Course (Online)
Fri., Jun. 6  |  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

Join CCAR YPN on Wed., June 12th from 11am to 2pm at the Don Tatzin Community Hall in the Lafayette Library for an insightful Lunch & Learn you won’t want to miss.

They’re bringing together two of the industry’s most dynamic voices — Keith Robinson, Co-CEO of NextHome, and Anthony Young, Certified RE Appraiser and educator — for a deep dive into what’s really happening in today’s market.

Purchase Tickets >>

If you are interested in sponsoring a YPN event contact Chris Dickson at [email protected]

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 >>

+ MLS & Key Fees Due July 1

+ CCAR CALENDAR

CCAR Board of Directors Election is Almost Here!

The countdown is on! The CCAR Board of Directors election kicks off soon, and your vote matters. Visit our online Election Headquarters to view the candidates, read their personal statements, and find out why they’re asking for your support.

Election Schedule:
    •  Voting Opens: Mon., June 16 at 9:00am
    •  Voting Closes: Mon., June 23 at 9:00am

To make this election count, we need to hit a 15% quorum—at least 537 REALTOR® members must cast a vote. Help shape the future of our Association by making your voice heard!

Election Headquarters >>

Free STEPS Webinar Empowers REALTORS® to Tackle Affordability Myths – Jun. 18

The STEPS Toward Homeownership program helps REALTORS® address housing affordability through financial literacy. It equips you with tools to educate clients and dispel common myths—like needing a 20% down payment to buy a home.

This newly streamlined (and free!) Zoom session on June 18 covers credit scores, financial planning, down payment assistance, and financing options for low- to moderate-income buyers. It’s perfect for those working with renters, first-time buyers, clients recovering from financial setbacks, and even Baby Boomers helping family members purchase a home.

Attendees will gain insights on:
    •  Financial health strategies
    •  Economic trends
    •  Buyer engagement
    •  Mortgage product knowledge
    •  Full-process client support

We’re proud to share that CCAR Board Member Rolanda Wilson of the NID Housing Counseling Agency will be one of the featured panelists!

Read More & Register >>

YPN Lunch & Learn: Mastering the Market –
Listings, Pricing, and the Power of AI – June 12

Save the Date: Thu., June 12th from 11am to 2pm and join CCAR YPN at the Don Tatzin Community Hall in the Lafayette Library for an insightful Lunch & Learn you won’t want to miss. They’re bringing together two of the industry’s most dynamic voices — Keith Robinson, Co-CEO of NextHome, and Anthony Young, Certified RE Appraiser and educator — for a deep dive into what’s really happening in today’s market.

You’ll walk away with fresh insight on navigating tricky client conversations about pricing and commission, and discover practical ways to use AI that actually help you stand out and close more deals. It’s real talk from real pros — actionable tools to grow your business.

Lunch and refreshments are included and you’ll have the chance to bid on raffles with some awesome prizes up for grabs! Tickets are just $20 online (or $25 at the door).

Renew Your Real Estate License Fast! – June 3

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.

CCAR Members finish it all for just $110! Don’t waste time—pass the first time!

Read More >>

CCAR Helping Hands Bingo Night at Primo’s: Play, Dine, and Give Back – June 18

Join CCAR Helping Hands for a fun-filled Bingo Night at Primo’s Pizzeria in Danville on Wed., Jun. 18, from 4pm – 7pm. For $35, you’ll enjoy a slice of pizza, salad, a drink ticket (beer, wine, or soft drink), and five bingo sheets.

Even better, Primo’s will generously donate 20% of additional food and drink sales to support Helping Hands. It’s a great chance to have fun, win prizes, and give back to the community.

So grab your lucky charm, round up your favorite people, and let’s make it a night to remember—all for a great cause!

PURCHASE TICKETS >>

Read More >>

Need a Helping Hand During a Disciplinary Process? Meet Your Ethics Advocate

An Ethics Advocate (EA) is a FREE member resource available to anyone involved in a disciplinary proceeding—whether you’re the one filing a complaint or responding to one. These trained volunteers from our Professional Standards Committee are here to support you throughout the process.

Ethics Advocates can help you fill out forms clearly and efficiently, gather the right evidence, and even be there with you during the hearing if you’d like. While they’re not lawyers and can’t offer legal advice, they’re great at helping you stay organized and present your case effectively.

EAs don’t testify as witnesses during the hearing, you’ll still need to attend the hearing yourself—but having someone knowledgeable by your side can make a big difference. And don’t worry—working with an EA doesn’t stop you from hiring an attorney if you choose to do so.

In short, you don’t have to go through the process alone. CCAR’s trained Ethics Advocates are here to help every step of the way.

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  >>

Enhance Your Listings with Free Floor Plans —
Take Advantage of CubiCasa Beginning June 10

We’re excited to announce a new exclusive member benefit! Starting June 10, all CCAR subscribers get FREE access to CubiCasa floor plans!

What’s CubiCasa?
It’s a powerful, easy-to-use mobile app that creates beautiful, detailed floor plans in minutes – all from a quick smartphone scan. No special equipment. No learning curve. Just fast, impressive results.

Why it matters:
According to NAR’s annual Homebuyers and Sellers Survey, floor plans are one of the most in-demand features for listings, right after photos and property data. They help buyers instantly understand layout and flow – making your listings stand out.

Your Member Perks:
    •  Free floor plans (up to 5,000 sq ft)
    •  25% off Plus packages and add-ons (GLA floor plans, 3D products, rush orders & more)
    •  Access to a network of CubiCasa-certified photographers – or bring your own!

Whether you’re an agent, appraiser, or photographer, CubiCasa is the listing tool you didn’t know you needed — and beginning June 10 it’s FREE for members! Stay tuned for how to activate your access – and don’t miss the live training webinars to learn how to get the most out of it:

    •  Thursday, June 12 at 10:00am  |  Register >>
    •  Tuesday, June 17 at 1:00pm  |  Register >>
    •  Thursday, June 19 at 11:00am  |  Register >>

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