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Apply now if you are interested and qualify for serving on the 2024 Professional Standards or Grievance Committees.

Additionally, we are accepting requests from REALTOR® members applying for the Professional Standards Committee who are interested in serving on its sub-committees as a mediator and/or an ethics advocate.

The new term begins January 1, 2024 and Applications are due by October 18, 2023.

For more information contact Pam Martin at [email protected].

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CCAR Hercules Office now open!

The CCAR West County Office is now open 3 days a week: Tuesday – Thursday from 9:00am – 5:00pm. West county members can take advantage of easy access to the Real Estate Store, lockboxes, signage, and a meeting space. Located just off CA Hwy 80 where it merges with Hwy 4 Hercules at 500 Alfred Nobel Dr., Ste. 265.

West County Marketing Meeting
At CCAR Hercules Office – Oct. 19

Join us next Thu., Oct. 19 from 8:45-10:00am at the CCAR Hercules Office: 500 Alfred Nobel Dr., Ste. 265. Join Appraiser, Anthony Young who has amassed over 2 decades of experience. He has a nationally renowned reputation as a speaker and educator on an expansive range of topics within the appraisal industry. He has also developed numerous courses aimed at equipping individuals with a comprehensive understanding of the appraisal process.

The West County Marketing Meeting is free to attend and includes a light breakfast and beverages.

ANNUAL ELECTED OFFICIALS RECEPTION – Next Thu., Oct. 19

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Save the Date: 40th Annual Christmas CanTree Celebration

November 30th at the Richmond Country Club.
Registration and sponsor information coming soon.

CCAR’s Big Event Membership Meeting –
Next Wednesday, Oct. 18

CCAR Members (only), join us at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek next Wednesday morning, Oct. 18 from 8:30am – 12:30pm to stay on top of the rapid real estate market changes and receive the latest legal tips to keep you out of trouble!

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear first-hand from a leading industry resource, Jordan Levine, C.A.R. Vice President and Chief Economist! He will discuss the 2024 Housing Market forecast and housing supply conditions. Also featuring a legal update from Gov Hutchinson, C.A.R.´s Assistant General Counsel. CCAR Members only, breakfast and coffee will be served, registration required.

Please make sure to leave enough time to park and enjoy refreshments in the lobby before the program. No food or drink is allowed in the theater.

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DEI… Next Level: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Panel – Oct. 26

Join CCAR YPN and LGR on Oct. 26 from 11:30am – 2pm at the Concord Hilton for a thought-provoking and insightful panel discussion and lunch on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

Our panelists, comprised of industry leaders and DEI advocates, will share their experiences, insights, and strategies for creating inclusive environments in both professional and community settings. The conversation will delve into the importance of embracing diversity, promoting equity, and cultivating an inclusive culture that benefits everyone.

This event is an excellent opportunity to expand your knowledge, engage in meaningful discussions, and connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about driving positive change.

Recognize Excellence:
Submit Your CCAR Award Nominations Today!

Every year CCAR honors distinguished members with awards for their outstanding service to the industry, association and community. Recipients are nominated by fellow members and executives, then confirmed by the Board of Directors. Awards will be presented at CCAR’s annual inaugural event on January 11, 2025.

2023 Recipients:
REALTOR® of the Year:
Tyra Wright
Affiliate of the Year:
Kim Falahati
President’s Community Service Award:
Ruthie Abelson Olivas
Emeritus Member:
Carylon Dopp

REALTOR® of the Year Form >>
Affiliate of the Year Form >>
Community Service Award Form >>

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MLS “AREA” Field Change Notice –
Nov. 6, 2023

Effective Nov. 6, the “AREA” field lookup values will be updated to a single lookup value called “Listing”. This means that instead of selecting various “AREA” options, you will now see one “Listing” value. We want to ensure that you have a clear understanding of how this change will impact your workflow.
Action Required – Update Your Saved Searches
To avoid your clients receiving unnecessary email notifications, we kindly request you to update all your…
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BrokerBay Ekey Integration

You can now Access Supra® iBox lockboxes from within the BrokerBay Scheduling App, enabling a streamlined experience for you and your clients. By simply using your existing Supra eKEY PIN, showing agents can use the scheduling app to open the Supra lockbox, and listing agents can open the lockbox and release the shackle to place and remove lockboxes!

ANDROID: Supra Lockbox with BrokerBay App Instructions
IOS: Supra Lockbox with BrokerBay App Instructions

If you have any questions please contact CCAR Member Services at [email protected] or 925.295.1270.

MLS Rules Changes: 6.1 & 12.16 – Oct. 16

On October 16th, the following MLS Rules and Regulations changes will go into effect. The addition of MLS Rule 6.1 Reciprocal Agreement and removal of 12.16 (q) Search Result Limitation.

6.1 Reciprocal Agreement. Contra Costa Association of REALTORS® has entered into a regional cross pollination agreement (as amended from time to time, the “Cross Pollination Agreement”) with MetroList®, The San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS, bridgeMLS, Bay East Association of REALTORS®, BAREIS MLS, and MLSListings® in which the MLS listing data of each such organization is displayed in the MLS system of all the organizations. By submitting a listing in the MLS Data, Bay East members agree to cooperate with members of such organizations participating in the Cross Pollination Agreement for the purpose of selling the listed property and agree that offers of compensation, if any, are made to members of those organizations as they are made to Members pursuant to Section 7.12. By entering a listing into MetroList®, Members agree to abide by and are bound by the respective rules and regulations of MetroList®.

12.16 (q) Search Result Limitation. Broker Participants and R.E. Subscribers shall limit the number of listings that a viewer may view, retrieve, or download to not more than 500 or fifty percent (50%) of the listing in the MLS, whichever is less in response to any inquiry.

If you have any questions, please contact CCAR MLS Compliance at [email protected] or 925.295.1270.

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