Never Lose a Client or Referral Again
Success in 2024 requires action now. With real estate sales volumes low, you need smart strategies to ensure you never lose a client or referral again. The market forecast for 2024 is looking grim but there are always homeowners who need to buy and sell....
HUD Announces Changes to FHA Financing
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced it would expand access to FHA financing for homes with or that plan to have accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Beginning immediately: • Homebuyers will be able to use 75% of an existing ADUs rental...
Governor Newsom Signs C.A.R.-Sponsored Legislation
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed C.A.R.-sponsored legislation, AB 225 (Grayson), which will update the state’s Residential Environmental Hazards Booklet to include information on wildfires and other hazards. Risks associated with wildfires, climate change, and sea...
A special message from C.A.R. President Jennifer Branchini
Dear CAR Member, As I begin to wind down my term as C.A.R. president, I want to say how honored I am to have served as your president in a year that has not been without challenges ― from a shifting market to industry and organizational challenges. I’m sure you’ve all...
Governor Newsom Signs AB 255
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed C.A.R.-sponsored legislation to update the state’s Residential Environmental Hazards Booklet to include information on wildfires and other hazards. Risks associated with wildfires, climate change, and sea level rise have increased over...
New Episode: Unlocking California Politics – Unlocking California Insurance
A new episode of C.A.R.’s Unlocking California Politics podcast is now available. Part two of Unlocking California Insurance features C.A.R. SVP of Government Affairs Sanjay Wagle, United Policyholders Executive Director Amy Bach, and Independent Insurance Agents and...
C.A.R.’s Housing Affordability Fund to Provide Additional Funding
In a continuing effort to address California’s growing housing affordability crisis and racial homeownership divide, C.A.R.’s Housing Affordability Fund (HAF) will provide another $500,000 in closing cost assistance for eligible first-time California homebuyers from...
A monthly message from C.A.R. President Jennifer Branchini
Dear CAR member, Many of you have been affected by the insurance problems our state is facing with many large carriers deciding to stop issuing new policies. This has impacted many of your clients as they struggle to get homeowner’s insurance or are forced to obtain...
The importance of flood insurance
Most homeowners don't fully understand the importance of being prepared for flooding in their homes. Did you know that homeowner's insurance does not cover flood damage? After the record-breaking wildfires in California, the risk of flash flooding and mud flows...
Watch select REimagine! Conference & Expo sessions on-demand
Select REimagine! Conference & Expo sessions are now available on-demand! If you missed a session or want to replay your favorites, you can now purchase the REimagine! On-Demand Session Package. The package includes 10 must-see sessions full of...