Elevating Women in Real Estate

Did you know the number of women currently serving in Congress is the highest in history? This progress is great news, but with women holding just over a quarter of congressional seats, the legislative branch still has a long way to go to match the example set by our...

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C.A.R. Legislative Update

C.A.R. is actively working to defeat two bills that will further harm property owners and exacerbate the state’s housing crisis: AB 1771 (Ward) and AB 2050 (Lee). C.A.R. strongly opposes to AB 1771 (Ward) which would unfairly penalize property owners...

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Announcing the Rising Star Awards Program for 2022

Applications are now open for the C.A.R. Rising Star Awards! The Rising Star Awards program is a C.A.R. initiative designed to recognize up-and-coming agents and help boost their growing careers. The Rising Star Awards will honor elite, new talent entering the...

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CAR Consumer Ad Campaign Started This Week

C.A.R. found that about 25 percent of Hispanics and Latinos renting in the state can afford to buy a home, but many are concerned about credit, down payments, or lack information about mortgages.  This week, C.A.R. launched a consumer ad campaign...

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Monthly Message from CAR President Otto Catrina

Dear CAR Member, Thank you to all of you who attended C.A.R.’s Virtual Legislative Day earlier this month. Your attendance made it a great success! The day was packed with great information that informed, inspired and engaged more than 3,200 REALTORS®. California Lt....

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C.A.R. Legislative Update

The last day for the Assembly and Senate to introduce bills was Feb. 18, 2022, in which we saw 2,140 bills introduced. C.A.R. has reviewed all bills for relevance to our concerns and we are following approximately 700 of them. Hundreds of bills were introduced the...

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Apply Now for State CREPAC and IMPAC Trustee

The California Real Estate Political Action Committee (CREPAC) and the Issues Mobilization Political Action Committee (IMPAC) Trustees are now accepting applications for the PAC Nominating Process. If you or another member you know is interested in serving as a...

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California Coronavirus Weekly Update

Welcome to the 104th issue of the California Coronavirus Weekly Recap newsletter.   ​​​​​​In This Issue: The Economy & Your Finances: U.S. job growth exceeds expectations; extended sick leave through Sept. 30; minority-owned businesses affected by...

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Pro Tip: More Commenting, Less Contenting

By Chelsea Peitz, real estate social media strategist Can I share a secret to content success on Instagram? COMMENTING more than CONTENTING … WHOA WHOA WHOA Before you delete your content calendar, I’m not saying that content isn’t an important part of growing your...

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