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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     JUNE 18, 2024
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CCAR OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED WED.,
June 19 in honor of Juneteenth.

Got Questions About Pending MLS Changes?
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CCAR just launched the CCAR INFO HUB, a local news portal to keep you in the know about all pending MLS business practice changes and updates. Today, we’ve posted answers to some of your pressing questions about the practice changes. You may also take advantage of several education opportunities to get current on the new forms coming down the pike. We encourage you to carve out some time to read and learn all you can to be poised for success as the marketplace quickly changes.
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Top News

•  The 2025 Board of Directors Election Results Are In!
•  YPN 2nd Annual Trivia Night – Save $5 on Tickets!
•  Time to Renew Your Ethics Training 
•  Upcoming New Forms Education

MLS Updates

•  Watch iHomefinder’s Webinar and Learn to Close More
    Deals & Thrive

•  C.A.R. Market Minute
•  RE Optimized Laptops for Sale

Upcoming Education

Paragon Connect Mobile: Hotsheets
Wed., Jun. 19  |  11:00am – 11:30am

Working Social Media Into Your Business Plan
Wed., Jun. 19  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm

Video Strategies to Amplify Your Brand
Thu., Jun. 20  |  10:00am – 11:00am

RPR Commercial + CompStak: Your COMPrehensive Benefit
Thu., Jun. 20  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

C.A.R. Town Hall for Brokers, Office Managers and Firm Principals
Fri., Jun. 21  |  11:00am – 12:30pm

BrokerBay: Schedule Showings for Clients
Mon., June 24  |  8:00am – 9:00am

AI & Free Productivity Tools for REALTORS®
Mon., June 24  |  9:00am – 10:00am

NAR Settlement: Purchase, Listing & Buyer Representation Forms
Mon., June 24  |  10:00am – 12:00pm

Intro to RPR: CMA Reports and More!
Tue., June 25  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

RPR Commercial: Search, Site Selection & Prospecting
Wed., June 26  |  9:00am – 10:00am

Secure More Listings in a Changing Real Estate Environment
Wed., June 26  |  10:00am – 11:00am

WomanUp LIVE Show
Wed., June 26  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

C.A.R. New & Revised Forms with Neil Kalin
Wed., June 26  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Paragon Connect: Buyer Side Exploration
Wed., June 26  |  11:00am – 11:30am

Smartphone Video Basics for REALTORS®
Wed., June 26  |  12:00pm – 1:00pm

License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., June 28  |  9:30am – 12:00pm

 

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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UPCOMING NEW FORMS EDUCATION

NAR Settlement: Purchase, Listing & Buyer Representation Forms – Part 2 with Nikki Coppa
Mon., June 24  |  10:00am – 12:00pm  |  Live Webinar
Join a two-hour walk-through of the finalized CAR Forms and language so you can hit the ground running on the release day.
REGISTER >>

New & Revised Forms with Neil Kalin
Thu., June 27  |  10:00am – 11:00am  |  Live Webinar
Learn all about the 30+ new forms. This class will focus on the most consequential changes that are most likely to affect your real estate practice.
REGISTER >>

Online Continuing Education

The Results Are In! 

Thank you to everyone who voted in the 2025 CCAR Board of Directors election. Your active participation is truly impactful!

Congratulations to the elected candidates and thank you to everyone who ran, we appreciate all your efforts and contributions.

Total Eligible Members: 3839, Total Members Voted: 765, 20% (Green = Elected)   

President-Elect (1 Position)                           Director-At-Large (4 Positions)
298     Darnella Aulani                                    370     Valerie Crowell
387     John Fondnazio                                    288     Murrey Kehrlein
                                                                            344     Cherry Wade
Treasurer (1 Position)                                    280     Rolanda Wilson                    
665     Peter Maclennan                                 370    Stephen Wondolowski

                                                                            
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YPN 2nd Annual Trivia Night – Save $5 on Tickets!

Are you ready for an evening of fun, laughter, and a bit of friendly competition? CCAR YPN invites you to their 2nd Annual Real Estate Trivia Night on Wed., June 26 from 4-7pm at The Factory Bar in Richmond! This is your chance to show off your real estate knowledge, connect with colleagues, and enjoy a fantastic night out!

Save $5 on advanced tickets by snagging yours today and enjoy a complimentary drink ticket to kick off the evening. There will be exciting prizes for the trivia champs and outside food is welcome from nearby food trucks and local eateries. Please dress accordingly, this event takes place at Factory Bar’s outside patio.

CCAR YPN is excited to again partner with “Moving Forward” for their annual school drive. Please bring a back-to-school item to the event, your contributions will directly support their mission and help local children thrive!

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Ethics Training Must Be Complete By Dec. 31st

Did you know that almost 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 in 2 weeks! Skip it, and you risk suspension and eventual termination of your CCAR, C.A.R., and NAR memberships.

Need to check your status? Log into your NAR account, click your name in the upper right, select “Manage Account,” and head to the “My Education” tab.

STILL NEED TO COMPLETE IT??
CE Shop – $29: Online Anytime
REGISTER HERE >>

NAR – Free: Online Anytime
REGISTER HERE >>

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C.A.R. Market Minute

Mortgage rates began to reverse in the middle of last week, with the average 30-year fixed rate mortgage dropping back to the lowest levels in nearly two weeks. With the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge showing signs of cooling and the revised Q1 GDP suggesting a dial back in consumer spending, the bond market responded “favorably” to the cues and pushed rates down by more than 20 bps in eight business days. The moderation in rates in the last two weeks should motivate more buyers and sellers to enter the market and bump the momentum up a notch in the midst of the homebuying season.

RE OPTIMIZED LAPTOPS FOR SALE

All Laptops purchased from CCAR receive a 2-year warranty, data transfer, and RE setup. 
  • HP 15.6″ Touchscreen – $833.40 >>
  • Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga L13 – $718.41  >>
  • LE Gram 16 Intel Evo Platform Touchscreen – $978.40  >>

Learn How iHomefinder will Help you Close More Deals and Thrive!
Watch the Recorded Webinar from Mon., June 17

Discover how iHomefinder’s powerful MLS property search, automated marketing, and integrated real estate CRM can revolutionize your online marketing and drive unprecedented growth. 

In today’s competitive real estate landscape, adapting to advanced digital solutions is no longer optional—it’s essential for success. By watching this webinar, you’ll learn how their all-in-one platform helps you engage your database of leads, close more deals, and stay ahead of the competition. Plus, find out about special pricing for CCAR subscribers!

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