• CCAR Big Event Membership Meeting – Nov. 18
• Latest Results: 2024 General Election
• CCAR Award Nominations
• CCAR Inaugural Save the Date – Jan. 11
• Complete Ethics Training by December
• Upcoming LFRO Fee
• RealCare Open Enrollment
Consultative Selling in a Competitive Market
Wed., Nov. 13 | 10:00am – 11:00am
MLS: Getting to Know Paragon
Wed., Nov. 13 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm
RPR: How to Prospect New Clients (great for new agents!)
Thu., Nov. 14 | 10:00am – 11:00am
zipForm: Creating a Purchase Transaction
Thu., Nov. 14 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm
OnDemand: 1st Time Buyer Specialist Certification – Course Bundle
Fri., Nov. 15 | 12:00am – 12:00pm
Marketing: How to Create a Memorable Real Estate Brand
Fri., Nov. 15 | 10:00am – 11:00am
C.A.R. Townhall for Brokers/Managers
Fri., Nov. 15 | 11:00am – 12:30pm
Lawsuits Against Agents & the CAR Forms to Use to Avoid It!
Mon., Nov. 18 | 12:00am 12:00am
BrokerBay: Schedule Showings for Clients
Mon., Nov. 18 | 8:00am 9:00am
CA Residential Purchase Agreement (w/ 2024 revisions)
Tue., Nov. 19 | 10:00am 1:00pm
Intro to RPR – Search, Stats, Reports & More!
Tue., Nov. 19 | 2:00pm 4:00pm
Market Update Planning for the Year Ahead
Wed., Nov. 20 | 10:00am 11:00am
The Google Business Profile Goldmine!
Wed., Nov. 20 | 1:00pm 2:00pm
The Truth Behind the Headlines
Thu., Nov. 21 | 10:00am 11:00am
National Ethics Day RE-RUN with Leigh Brown
(ethics due 12/31/24)
Thu., Nov. 21 | 12:50pm 4:10pm
License Renewal Crash Course
Fri., Nov. 22 | 9:30am 12:00pm
MLS: How to Add & Maintain Your Listing
Mon., Nov. 25 | 2:00pm 4:00pm
MLS: Sending Auto Property Notifications to Clients
Tue., Nov. 26 | 2:00pm 4:00pm
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 >>
Visit the CCAR Calendar to view/register for additional online training opportunities.
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.
Save the date | Inaugural – Jan. 11, 2025
Radiating Real Estate Excellence
Honoring President Zina Hall
and the 2025 Board of Directors
Blackhawk Auto Museum | 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Sponsorship Opportunities >>
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.
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? Tune into the National Real Estate Ethics Day® “Revisited” Stream with Leigh Brown on Thu., Nov. 21, from 12:50 to 4:10pm and fulfill your requirement for FREE! It’s fast, engaging, and there’s no test – just a great way to stay compliant!
More Information & Register >>
Upcoming LFRO Fee
Beginning in January 2025, CCAR will implement a one-time $25 fee for each salesperson designated as a Referral (LFRO) agent.
REALTOR® Member Health Insurance
Open Enrollment Begins Now
It’s time to shop for your 2025 health insurance, and RealCare is here to help. Navigating the health insurance marketplace can be overwhelming, but with RealCare by your side, you’ll get expert guidance every step of the way. Open Enrollment started November 1st, and only RealCare offers access to all three coverage options: C.A.R. Group, Individual, and Covered CA. Visit RealCare online or call 800.939.8088, Option 2, to find the right plan for you today!
This Monday: CCAR’s Annual ‘Big Event’
Membership Meeting & Breakfast
CCAR Members (only), don’t miss out! Join us next Monday, November 18, from 8:30am to 12:30pm at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek for an insightful morning that’ll boost your knowledge of the 2025 real estate market and keep you on the right side of the law.
This exclusive, free event features industry expert Jordan Levine, C.A.R.’s Senior Vice President and Chief Economist, presenting the 2025 Housing Market Forecast and an analysis of housing supply trends. Plus, get essential legal updates from Gov Hutchinson, C.A.R.’s Assistant General Counsel, including key compliance tips. Moraga-Orinda Fire Chief Dave Winnacker will also provide an important update on Fire Hardening.
Enjoy breakfast and coffee on us! Arrive early to park and grab refreshments in the lobby—note that food and drink aren’t allowed in the theater.
Remember, registration is required, so secure your spot today! If you’re reserving tickets for other members, be sure to check ‘Email tickets to attendees’ so everyone gets their confirmation.
Register Here >>
Latest Results:
2024 General Election
The 2024 General Election results for Contra Costa County show a 62.41% voter turnout, with 451,172 ballots cast out of 722,861 registered voters.
As of today, about 84,000 ballots remain to be counted in the county. Final counts are due to the Secretary of State by Dec. 3, 2024, with certification by Dec. 13th.
Click “Read More” below to view unofficial results, including state propositions, congressional races, and local government seats.
Notable propositions that passed include Prop 2 (bonds for school facilities), Prop 4 (bonds for climate risks), and Prop 35 (permanent Medi-Cal funding). Meanwhile, some that failed include Prop 5 (affordable housing bonds), Prop 32 (minimum wage increase), and Prop 33 (local rent control).
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 >>
The CCRE Housing Summit: Charting California’s Future, held recently in LA, gathered leaders from government, business, and academia to tackle California’s housing challenges. Featuring panels and keynotes, the event explored homeownership trends, strategies to boost housing supply, and policy solutions to meet current demands. The Summit highlighted practical and innovative approaches to shape California’s real estate future. Click “Read More” for details and to watch on-demand recordings from the event.
Read More >>
REALTOR® Optimize 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 >>
California Housing Affordability Improves
from Previous Quarter and Year
Slower home price growth and more favorable interest rates in third-quarter 2024 buoyed California’s housing affordability from both the previous quarter and a year ago, according to C.A.R.’s Q3 California Housing Affordability Index.
Sixteen percent of California households could afford to purchase the $880,250 median-priced home in the third quarter of 2024, up from 14 percent in second-quarter 2024 and up from 15 percent in third-quarter 2023.
A minimum annual income of $220,800 was needed to make monthly payments of $5,520, including principal, interest and taxes on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage at a 6.63 percent interest rate.
Twenty-five percent of home buyers were able to purchase the $670,000 median-priced condo or townhome. A minimum annual income of $168,000 was required to make a monthly payment of $4,200.
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