Top 10 C.A.R. Member Benefits: Introducing zipForm® Plus Beta

You are invited to test the brand-new zipForm® Plus Beta interface! This beta release is a vital stage of product development. Try out the new zipForm® Plus Beta and provide product feedback before the tool is officially launched in its final version.  Here are 10 reasons to try zipForm® Plus Beta today: Now Available to Test – Beginning May 1, all members are invited to test zipForm® Plus Beta. It is completely safe to use with real transactions, but keep in mind that you may encounter a few bugs in the beta format. Java-Free – zipForm® Plus Beta is now free of third party plugins. No... Read more »

CAR Market Matters

Talking Points … As the weather heats up, some home buyers may be considering purchasing a home with a pool. If a home that is in foreclosure has a swimming pool that has been neglected, it’s possible that it’s hiding years of neglect, bad siding, algae, and other mysterious damage. It can be difficult to estimate what pool repairs may be needed during a basic home inspection. If the home is a short sale, the pool may be sitting for months longer and cost more than the buyer initially estimated. On the other hand, a pool may add extra value to the property, as well as years of personal... Read more »

CAR Ombudsman Hotline Available to Members

The CAR Ombudsman Hotline is a free service to assist California REALTORS® with resolving disputes with both members of the consuming public and other REALTORS®. To have a neutral, volunteer Ombudsman assigned to help you, just call the CAR Ombudsman Hotline at 213-739-7227  Read more »

Scams Found on Zillow, too

Scams similar to those found on Craigslist have been found on Zillow. Read the full article here.  Read more »

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