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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     NOVEMBER 19, 2024
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Top News

•  Complete the Member Survey by Nov. 29 to Win!
•  Complete Your Ethics Requirement this Thu.
•  CCAR Award Nominations
•  West County Marketing Meeting – This Thu.
•  Thank You for Attending the Big Event!
•  CCAR Inaugural Save the Date – Jan. 11

MLS Updates

•  Discover the Latest Wildfire Disclosure Insights
•  RealCare Open Enrollment
•  Upcoming LFRO Fee
•  RE Optimized Laptops for Sale

Upcoming Education

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

Cutting-Edge RE Tech Trends to Transform Your Business
Thu., Nov. 21  |  11:00am 12:00pm

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

BuildersUpdate: Agent Training Webinar
Mon., Nov. 25  |  10:00am 11:00am

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

Wise Agent Overview & Demo

Wed., Nov. 27  |  9:00am – 10:00am

BrokerBay: Schedule Showings for Clients & More
Mon., Dec. 2  |  8:00am – 9:00am

Buyer Representation – Broker Compensation
Tue., Dec. 3  |  10:00am – 12:30pm

Getting to Know Paragon MLS
Tue., Dec. 3  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

Financing the Dream of Homeownership
Wed., Dec. 4  |  10:00am – 12:45pm

Maximizing Success: Business Planning w/ Accounting Analytics
Wed., Dec. 4  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm

SupraWEB Training- Your Agent Key Access Settings/Options
Thu., Dec. 5  |  8:00am – 9:00am

1031 Exchange Basics (with Leonard Spoto)
Thu., Dec. 5  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

FREE C.A.R. Buyer Representation & Residential Listing Agreement Bundle
Fri., Dec. 6  |  12:00am – 12:00am

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.

PAY 2025 Member DUES

Thank you for making CCAR your primary membership resource. Your success is our priority, and we are committed to providing you with the resources you need to achieve the highest levels of professionalism.

2025 CCAR, C.A.R., and NAR membership dues are now payable and must be submitted by 5pm on Jan. 2, 2025.

Your membership dues give you access to thousands of dollars in benefits and services, along with the political backing and collective buying power of one of the most influential professional trade associations in the United States.

Learn More About Your Member Benefits >>
Pay Membership Dues >>

Invest in RAF – Win up to a $1,500 Amazon Gift Card >>

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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West County Marketing Meeting – This Thu.

Join us for the West County Marketing Meeting this Thu., Nov. 21 from 8:45–10:00am at the CCAR Hercules Office – 500 Alfred Nobel Drive, Suite 265. We’re excited to welcome Mary Beth Bykowsky, Outreach Specialist for the CA Dept. of Insurance, who will share timely updates on the CA insurance industry. Enjoy a free hot breakfast, fresh fruit, and beverages while networking with colleagues, promoting your listings, and learning something new. Don’t miss it—we hope to see you there!

Thank you for Attending our Annual ‘Big Event’

Thank you to the over 400 CCAR members who joined us yesterday morning at the Lesher Center for our annual membership meeting. Attendees gained valuable insights from special guests including: Jordan Levine, C.A.R. Senior VP and Chief Economist on the 2025 Housing Market forecast; Gov Hutchinson, C.A.R.’s Assistant General Counsel with a legal update, and Moraga-Orinda Fire Chief Dave Winnacker on Fire Hardening. CCAR leadership and staff also shared updates on membership, education, tools, resources, and benefits. Your participation made this ‘big event’ a tremendous success!

CCAR and Chief Winnaker Presentation >>
Jordan Levine Presentation >>
QR Codes from Presentation >>

Save the date  |  CCAR Inaugural – Jan. 11, 2025

Sponsorship Opportunities >>

Quick Survey, Big Rewards – Enter to Win $100!

CCAR is always striving to better serve you and support your success in the real estate industry. We invite you to take a few minutes to complete our brief member survey and share your valuable feedback. This is your chance to help us discover new ways to meet your professional needs and enhance your membership experience.

The survey will take approximately 5-8 minutes to complete, and all responses will remain confidential. Submit your completed survey by November 29th for the chance to win one of four $100 gift cards! Winners will be announced in the December 3rd Jolt newsletter.

Your input is vital to shaping the future of CCAR’s benefits, services, and events. Take a moment to make your voice heard and help us grow together. Thank you for your time and participation!

CCAR Members – Take the Survey Here >>

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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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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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!

Upcoming LFRO Fee

Beginning in January 2025, CCAR will implement a one-time $25 fee for each salesperson newly designated as a Referral (LFRO) agent.

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  >>

Discover the Latest Wildfire Disclosure Insights – Register Now!

The Wildfire Disclosure Report provides property owners, buyers, and REALTORS® with the latest data and insights to better understand wildfire risks, enabling informed real estate decisions.

Join C.A.R. for an exclusive webinar on Thursday, December 5th, at 10:00am to explore the report’s value and recent enhancements. Learn how it helps navigate wildfire risk, compliance, and insurability in real estate transactions. They’ll also introduce new programs focused on mitigation actions, monitoring, protection plans, and innovative paths to insurability.

For more information on the Wildfire Disclosure Report and a list of authorized distribution partners, visit their website below.

Read More on car.org >>
Register Here >>

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