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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
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Top News

•  Register for Risk Management, Chili Cook-ON!, and Elected
   Official Reception

• Ethics Day ‘Revisited’ to Fulfill Your Ethics Requirement
   FREE! – Sept. 25
•  Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire – Oct. 17
•  YPN Lunch & Learn: Successfully Navigating the Market –
   Oct. 3

•  CCAR Big Event Membership Meeting – Nov. 18
•  Know the Wildfire Risk Today

MLS Updates

• CCAR Launches Lundy’s Voice-Activated Property Search,
   Finding Homes

• Supra eKEY Agent Alert
•  RE Optimized Laptops for Sale

Upcoming Education

Risk Management Seminar with Shannon B. Jones
Wed., Sep. 18 | 9:00am – 11:30am

Stay Safe on the Job: Essential Safety Tips for REALTORS®
Wed., Sep. 18 | 10:00am – 11:00am

WomanUp!®LIVE Show
Wed., Sep. 18 | 11:00am – 12:00pm

Social Media Marketing 101
Thu., Sep. 19 | 10:00am – 11:00am

RPR: AI Powered Market Trends ScriptWriter
Thu., Sep. 19 | 11:00am – 12:00pm

Transactions: Intro to zipForm
Thu., Sep. 19 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm

C.A.R. Townhall for Brokers/Managers
Fri., Sep. 20 | 11:00am – 12:30pm

Expand Your RE Business: Key Strategies for Agents to Thrive
(In-person; Vacaville)
Tue., Oct. 1  |  11:30am – 1:00pm 

RPR: Prospecting Clients with RPR

Mon., Sep. 23 | 11:00am – 12:00pm

BrokerBay: Schedule Showings for Clients
Mon., Sep. 23 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm

REimagine! Conference & Expo
Tue., Sep. 24 | 9:00am – 5:00pm

Trackxi – Step-by-Step Guidance to Ace your Business
Tue., Sep. 24 | 11:00am – 12:00pm

1031 Exchange: Grow Your Business
Tue., Sep. 24 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm

Experience the Alliance Conference (LGBTQ+ RE Alliance)
Wed., Sep. 25 | 7:30am – 5:00pm

Yes, Estate Planning Can be Easy
Wed., Sep. 25 | 10:00am – 11:00am

Cloud CMA: How to Create a CMA
Wed., Sep. 25 | 11:00am – 12:00pm

National Ethics Day with Leigh Brown
Wed., Sep. 25 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm

MLS: How to Add & Maintain a Listing
Thu., Sep. 26 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm

License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., Sep. 27 | 9:30am – 12:00pm

BrokerBay: Schedule Showings for Clients
Mon., Sep. 30 | 8:00am – 9:00am

Small Broker Mastermind 2024
Mon., Sep. 30 | 10:00am – 11:00am

 

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.

 






Contribute Today >>

REGISTER TO VOTE

Ensure you’re registered to vote and ready for the upcoming elections. It’s quick, easy, and your civic duty. Register today and make a difference in your community.

Register Now >>

+ CCAR CALENDAR

YPN Lunch & Learn: Successfully Navigating the Market, Panel – OCT. 3

MORE INFO & REGISTER >>

CCAR BIG EVENT: Annual Membership Meeting – Nov. 18

CCAR Members join us at the Lesher Center for the Arts from 8:30am – 12:30pm on Nov. 18 for an exclusive opportunity to hear directly from Jordan Levine, Senior Vice President and Chief Economist at C.A.R., as he presents the 2025 Housing Market forecast and discusses housing supply conditions. You’ll also receive a timely legal update from Gov Hutchinson, Assistant General Counsel at C.A.R.

Refreshments will be served and registration is required (CCAR members only) —don’t miss out!

MORE INFO & REGISTER >>

Know the Wildfire Risk Today

The Wildfire Disclosure Report provides precise data on wildfire risks and mitigation steps. Enhance real estate transactions with detailed property insights and compliance information. Onsite inspections are also now available.

MORE INFO >>

Last Call for 3 Exciting CCAR Events This Week
– Sign Up Today!

Don’t miss out—there’s still time to sign up for this week’s CCAR events!

  • Risk Management Seminar: Join us on Wed., Sept. 18, from 9am to 11am on Zoom for expert legal insights from Attorney Shannon B. Jones. She will provide valuable insights into the latest legal issues affecting REALTORS® and address emerging liabilities and highlight the most prevalent cases her office has encountered in recent months. Free for CCAR members; $35 for non-members.
    READ MORE & REGISTER >> (Must register by 8am on Sep. 18.)

  • Charity Chili Cook-ON!: Also on Wed., Sept. 18, from 4pm – 7pm at the Sycamore Club House, taste and vote for your favorite chili recipe while supporting CCAR Helping Hands. Enjoy raffle prizes and great company!
    READ MORE & REGISTER >>

  • Mix & Mingle with Elected Officials: There is still time to register! Join us Thu., Sept. 19, from 5pm to 7pm at the Pleasant Hill Community Center for hosted cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and conversations with elected officials and key local decision makers. Don’t miss this unique networking opportunity!
    READ MORE & REGISTER >>

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 >>

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Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire – Oct. 17

CCAR REALTOR® Members: Join us for an evening of appetizers, drinks, raffles, and fun at Lafayette Library’s Don Tatzin Community Hall on Oct. 17, from 5pm – 7pm! Discover the wide range of services offered by local industry partners while supporting two amazing causes—the CCAR Scholarship Foundation and CCAR Helping Hands.

CCAR Affiliates: The Oktoberfest Affiliate Faire offers a fantastic opportunity to showcase your business to CCAR REALTORS®. Think of it as a trade show, but more fun– and it’s all for a great cause!

Here’s How:
Purchase a vender table for $35 by contacting Jason Catalano at 925.295.9202 or [email protected]…

Read More >>

Supra ekey agent alert

With a simple press of a button on the Supra eKEY app, agents can quickly send an alert message when needed. Watch the video to learn how to set up your Agent Alert in just a few easy steps.

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  >>

Online Continuing Education

CCAR Launches Voice-Activated Property Search with Lundy’s Finding Homes Platform

We’re excited to announce that CCAR has partnered with Bay East Association of REALTORS® and bridgeMLS to bring Lundy’s innovative voice-activated property search platform, Finding Homes, to the California Bay Area!

This new tool allows homebuyers to effortlessly search for properties using natural voice commands via Amazon Alexa or the Alexa app. Finding Homes is designed to be accessible, offering real-time search results based on location, price, and personal preferences. Available in both English and Spanish, this service is now accessible to all CCAR members and their clients. To explore homes easily, just say, “Alexa, start Finding Homes!”
READ MORE >>

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