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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.

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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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Time’s Ticking: Complete Your Ethics Training Before The End of the Month!

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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? 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 to 1:00pm and fulfill your requirement for FREE! It’s fast, engaging, and there’s no test – just a great way to stay compliant!
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Congratulations Aeysha Corio, C.A.R. Inaugural Leadership Academy Class of 2025

CCAR Executive Committee Member and Director was recently named among a select group of California REALTORS® who will participate in the exclusive state-level leadership program, the C.A.R. Leadership Academy. The 10-month program offers immersive learning experiences, strategic mentorship, and access to top industry leaders. Participants will engage in interactive training sessions, tackle real-world challenges through group projects, and gain the skills and confidence needed to lead with integrity, inspire change, and influence policy. Click below to view the Class of 2025 roster and more information about the program.
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West County Marketing Meeting Holiday Party!

Thu., Dec. 19 | 8:45am – 10:00am | CCAR Hercules Office

Join us next Thursday at the CCAR Hercules Office for a year in review holiday celebration! The West County Marketing Meeting is free to attend and includes a light breakfast and beverages.

You’re Invited: A Night of Awards, Celebration, and Dancing!

Join us on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at the Blackhawk Auto Museum for an unforgettable evening at our annual Inaugural Dinner and Award Celebration, themed “Radiating Real Estate Excellence.”

This special event will honor our exceptional award recipients, celebrate the installation of 2025 President Zina Hall and the Board of Directors, and bring our community together for an evening of delicious food, lively camaraderie, and plenty of dancing.

Come dressed to impress and ready to shine as we toast to the accomplishments of the past year and look forward to the bright future ahead. Let’s celebrate the power of our community and our shared commitment to real estate excellence.

Don’t miss this incredible evening of recognition, connection, and celebration—we can’t wait to see you there!

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In Memoriam: Leo Lewis Saunders | Apr 1934 – Dec 2024

Longtime CCAR member Leo Saunders passed away peacefully on December 3, 2024, at the age of 90. He was born on April 17, 1934, in Oakland, California, and graduated from Oakland High School in 1952. Shortly after, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. After his service, Leo attended San Jose State University, graduating in 1960, and went on to earn his teaching credential from UC Berkeley.

Leo’s professional life included a successful career in real estate and college level teaching. Leo held several top-level leadership positions in the real estate industry and community, including:

CCAR President (1980), C.A.R. President, and NAR Vice President
CCAR REALTOR® of the Year (1984) CCAR Emeritus (1997)
C.A.R. Honorary Member for Life, and NAR Emeritus Member
NAR Distinguished Service Award (1999)
City Council Member and Mayor of Clayton, California

Leo is survived by his son Michael and grandson Brandon, his daughter Lorraine and son-in-law David, his youngest son Matthew. He will be laid to rest at the Veterans Cemetery in Monterey, California, alongside his brothers in a ceremony on Dec 17th at 11am. No reception will be held following the ceremony.

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Tax Reduction Strategies for Real Estate Professionals

Presented by Bradford Tax Solutions
Fri., Dec. 13 | 10:00am – 12:30pm | Free Zoom Seminar

Maximize your income and optimize your tax strategy with this free seminar tailored for real estate professionals. Learn how to leverage tax strategies to grow your business, qualify for key deductions like medical expenses and home office use, and take advantage of revamped car and meal deduction rules. Get actionable tips to share with your tax professional and start saving more this year. Don’t miss out—register today!
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FREE Virtual ABR® Course for REALTORS®

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity! The Excel School of Real Estate is offering a free Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) course exclusively for REALTOR® members. As a licensed school with the NAR, Excel is providing this course at no cost—but only until December 31, 2024. Enhance your skills in buyer representation and earn an esteemed certification. Sign up now!
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REALTOR® Optimize Laptops For Sale

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False Reporting in the NY Times

The New York Times recently published an article rife with inaccuracies focusing on the American Property Owners Alliance (APOA). The reporter portrayed APOA in a fashion to falsely suggest that NAR is a partisan organization.

Facts vs. Fiction :: Here are the facts about APOA and NAR’s support for its mission:

APOA is an independent, nonpartisan organization whose mission is to advocate for the interests of all American property owners.
NAR provides an annual grant to APOA. APOA’s board and staff, however, operate independently from NAR.
APOA does NOT contribute to political candidates or parties. Instead, its grants fund issue-based advocacy focused on policies that impact property owners.

APOA supports groups on both the right and left side of the aisle.

CALL TO ACTION: WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP

If there’s one thing you can do to counteract this false reporting, share this article on your social media networks to tell the real story about the important work APOA does on behalf of property owners.

The @OwnersAlliance bipartisan grantmaking supports issue-based advocacy focused on policies that impact property owners across the political spectrum—on the right AND the left.

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