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CONTRA COSTA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     |     NOVEMBER 29, 2022
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CCAR Will Close at 11:30am on Fri.,
Dec. 2 for a staff holiday luncheon.

Top News

•  Inaugural Tickets Now On Sale
•  Free Kick Off Strong Workshop – Dec.21
•  Sexual Harassment Training Required
•  CCAR Member Portal Changing This Week

MLS Updates

•  BuildersUpdate: Agent Owned New Construction
    Source
•  MLS Rule Changes

Upcoming Education

LionDesk CRM: Automate Communication
Wed., Nov. 30  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Improving Your Zoom Experience
Wed., Nov. 30  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm

Auto Email Notifications in Collaboration Center
Wed., Nov. 30  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm

Advanced Features of zipForm
Thu., Dec. 1  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Commercial Business Development and Prospecting
Thu., Dec. 1  |  12:30pm – 2:30pm

License Renewal Crash Course (REVEI)
Fri., Dec. 2  |  9:30am – 12:30pm

How to Create a Memorable R.E. Brand
Mon., Dec. 5  |  10:00am – 11:00am

RPR® Property Searches
Mon., Dec. 5  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

Learn the Basics of ZipForm
Tue., Dec. 6  |  10:00am – 11:00am

The Dos and Don’ts of Social Media in Real Estate
Tue., Dec. 6  |  10:00am – 11:00am

Intro to RPR® – Great CMA Reports and More!
Wed., Dec. 7  |  9:30am – 11:30am

NAR presents: Securing Your Retirement
Wed., Dec. 7  |  11:00am – 12:00pm

The Roadmap to Successful Business Planning
Wed., Dec. 7  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm

Visit the CCAR Calendar to view/register for additional online training opportunities.

+ 2023 Committee Registration

+ CCAR CALENDAR

PARAGON MAINTENANCE 

Start Time: Nov. 29, 10:00pm
End Time: Nov. 30, 4:00am

SAVE the dates – CCAR Partner Holiday Parties

WCR: Ho Ho Ho Hoedown 2023 Installation
Fri., Dec 2  |  Noon – 3:00pm  |  WCR Members: Free,
Non-Members: $25  |  Click here for Tickets  |  View the Flyer

13th Annual Coats & Cocktails
Fri., Dec 2  |  5:00pm – 10:00pm  | More Info: Contact Dean Langston at 510.409.0449 or Ashley Provost at 925.788.8624
View the Flyer

RMA: Mingle & Jingle
Thu., Dec 8  |  8:00 – 10:30am  |  $25 in Advance, $35 at Door
Tickets/More Info: Email Carol Peterson or call 925.577.5510
View the Flyer

CCRIM: Channel that Flannel
Tue., Dec 13  |  8:00 – 10:00am  | $40 in Advance, $50 at Door
Tickets/More Info: Email Donna Davis or call 925.303.5615
View the Flyer

West County Marketing Meeting Year End Holiday Party
Thu., Dec 15  |  8:45 – 10:00am  | Free
More Info: Email Steve Kendall or call 510.662.8518

CCRIM 2023 Board of Directors

President – Michael Moore
Vice President – Amir Aliloupour
Treasurer – Glenna Nickerson
Secretary – Lisa Lilley
Sargent at Arms – Rod Abdo & Ellen Osmundson

RMA 2023 Board of Directors

President – Carol Peterson
Vice President – Carol Jeha
Treasurer – Glenna Nickerson
Secretary – Samantha Woehrle
Sargent at Arms – Dean Langston & Marcus Jackson
Advisory Council – Matt Steinmetz & John Fondnazio

FREE AT HOME COVID TESTS

Contra Costa County Health Department has launched a new Covid test kit mail-order program that will run through the holidays. County residents may order up to 4 free test kits per household (2 tests in each kit). Kits will be mailed approximately 5-7 business days from request.
Complete Form to Order >

Have You Purchased Inaugural Dinner & Award Celebration Tickets Yet? 

Tickets now on sale! Please join us for a festive evening to celebrate Incoming President David Schubb and the 2023 Board of Directors at our Inaugural celebration live at the Blackhawk Auto Museum on Saturday, January 21st!

CCAR will also present awards for Community Service, REALTOR®, Affiliate, and Emeritus member of the Year! This is sure to be an evening to remember!

READ MORE & REGISTER >>

CCAR x Tony Robbins:
Kickoff 2025 STRONG with
Stu Massengill! – Feb. 12

Achieve Extraordinary Results with Tony Robbins’ Top National Trainer, Stu Massengill! Join us live on Zoom next Wed., Feb. 12, from 10 – 11:30am, for an exclusive FREE session designed to help you create lasting change and reach new heights in your personal and professional life.

As a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and an expert in Peak Performance, leadership, and the psychology of achievement, Stu will guide you through a transformative three-step process to overcome obstacles and bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn powerful strategies, develop an unshakable mindset, and define clear goals for a more fulfilling life!

REGISTER NOW >>

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CA Law – Sexual Harassment Training Required Every 2 Years

Reminder: State law requires Designated Brokers to complete supervisory sexual harassment training and provide employees with access to training.

Additionally, salespeople, brokers, broker associates, and independent contractors are now personally liable for sexual harassment in professional relationships with clients—even if the relationship has ended.

To stay compliant, C.A.R. strongly recommends completing 1-hour of sexual harassment training immediately and every 2 years thereafter.

Risk Management Tip:
The responsible broker and anyone supervising agents or employees—including those who hire, fire, reward, or discipline—should also complete supervisory training.

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CCAR Member Portal – Coming Soon!

CCAR is excited to announce the upcoming change to your Member Portal. Your new portal will provide many of the features you have been accustomed to along with brand new functionality! The Member Portal allows you to update your personal information, manage your accounts and payments, and work with Committee, Event, and Education information.

Member Portal software includes:
  – Personal Information Maintenance
  – Interactive Calendar
  – Message Center
  – Committee Information
  – Events information
  – Account Information/Payments
  – Education Information

We invite you to check out the new CCAR Member Portal on the 29th and let us know what you think!

MLS Rule Change – Effective Dec. 1

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New MLS Rule Changes go into effect December 1st. These changes make the marketing and showing of your listings more effective with the ability to choose your primary photo, share seller concessions with consumers, and controlled lockbox access. 
READ MORE >>

LAPTOPS ON SALE

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MLS UPDATE:

BuildersUpdate: The Only Agent-Owned New Construction Source Built By Agents, For Agents

BuildersUpdate is the top source of new home inventory in the nation, with the most up-to-date and accurate information about To-Be-Built homes, Quick-Move-In homes, Condos, and Custom homes. With their no cost powerful, patented tools designed to protect agents in the sales process, it’s no wonder they are the only nationwide data source exclusively endorsed by NAR. Their fast, safe and easy to navigate site consolidates everything an agent needs to know in one location available 24/7

BuildersUpdate’s patented system grants builders the exclusive visibility to agents they’ve been asking for. And homebuyers now have unprecedented support, guidance, and information to make informed decisions about the purchase of their dream home.

Their Builder’s Portal has been designed with one objective and one objective only: to make it easier for construction companies to find buyers for their products. The ultimate real estate tool for REALTORS® and builders, their platform puts your home inventory in front of a large group of certified real estate agents in the marketplace. This innovative solution makes it easier for builders to make and manage transactions.

Access BuildersUpdate via the Paragon 5 Resources Menu.

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