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RED ALERT: Protect Prop 13 and Voter Rights.

RED ALERT: Protect Prop 13 and Voter Rights C.A.R. opposes ACA 13, a threat to voter influence and Prop 13 protection, urging Californians to stand against higher taxes and reduced homeowners' rights.UPDATE: Yesterday (9/6/23), the California State Assembly voted to...

Preparing for Wildfires – It’s a Team Effort

Wildfire Preparedness: A Collaborative EffortClick to enlarge.The Safer from Wildfires approach introduced by Commissioner Lara offers a three-layered protection scheme — structure, immediate surroundings, and the community — promoting a proactive strategy for...

Special Message from C.A.R. President Melanie Barker

Special Message from C.A.R. President Melanie Barker

A monthly message from C.A.R. President Melanie Barker2/20/24 - Many volunteer hours went into creating new Association policy on a number of very important issues. We will be sending a full list of action items later this week, but I want to mention a few highlights:...

Have Your Say: Help Shape Ventura’s Future with the New Land Use Map!

Have Your Say: Help Shape Ventura's Future with the New Land Use Map!Have Your Say: Help Shape Ventura's Future with the New Land Use Map! We're excited to share a key update on Ventura's General Plan, our city's roadmap for guiding growth and development over the...

Help protect property rights – Vote NO on Prop 33!

Help protect property rights – Vote NO on Prop 33!Prop 33 would repeal the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act, the current law that protects property owners from extreme rent control. Costa-Hawkins has been crucial in: Preventing rent control from being applied to...

Understanding the Impact of Updated Fannie Mae Guidelines and FHA FAQs on Seller-Paid Commissions

Understanding the Impact of Updated Fannie Mae Guidelines and FHA FAQs on Seller-Paid CommissionsDid You Know? According to the updated Fannie Mae Guidelines, when a seller or the seller’s real estate agent continues to pay the buyer’s real estate agent commission...

Special Message from C.A.R. President Melanie Barker

A monthly message from C.A.R. President Melanie Barker2/20/24 - Many volunteer hours went into creating new Association policy on a number of very important issues. We will be sending a full list of action items later this week, but I want to mention a few highlights:...

Monthly Update from C.A.R. President Melanie Barker

A monthly message from C.A.R. President Melanie BarkerI know many of you have heard that a couple of weeks ago, C.A.R., many local associations and some brokerages in California were named in antitrust lawsuits. Unfortunately, these copycat antitrust lawsuits may need...

Stay Compliant: NAR Code of Ethics Compliance Made Easy

Stay Compliant: NAR Code of Ethics Compliance Made Easy NAR Triennial Code of Ethics: Your Membership ReminderWe want to ensure you're in the loop about a critical requirement from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Ensuring compliance with the Triennial...

Class Action Lawsuits: Update on the ongoing litigation involving NAR, RE/MAX, and Anywhere Real Estate.

Class Action Lawsuits Update on the ongoing litigation involving NAR, RE/MAX, and Anywhere Real Estate. As we approach the trial commencement on October 17, we want to address common questions, clarify recent settlements, and offer valuable tools to help you...

Supra System Updates

Supra System Updates Supra is pleased to announce some important updates to the Supra system for organizations with keyholder lease agreements. We have just released an update to the eKEY app signup process. This release improves the user experience by fixing issues...

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month Hispanic Heritage Month, a Celebration of Culture and ContributionsHispanic Heritage Month, spanning from September 15 to October 15, offers a valuable occasion for us all to acknowledge and commemorate the valuable contributions,...

RED ALERT: Protect Prop 13 and Voter Rights.

RED ALERT: Protect Prop 13 and Voter Rights C.A.R. opposes ACA 13, a threat to voter influence and Prop 13 protection, urging Californians to stand against higher taxes and reduced homeowners' rights.UPDATE: Yesterday (9/6/23), the California State Assembly voted to...

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VCCAR Announces Proposed Bylaws Amendment

VCCAR Announces Proposed Bylaws Amendment

On Friday, March 31st, VCCAR sent members an email/text message with instructions to submit their vote on a proposed Bylaws amendment. If you did not receive that message; 1.) check your SPAM/JUNK folder 2.) contact the VCCAR office for a link to vote.  The proposal...

Celebrate Women’s History Month with C.A.R. & WomanUP!®

Celebrate Women’s History Month with C.A.R. & WomanUP!®

Celebrate Women's History Month with C.A.R. & WomanUP!® We celebrate Women's History Month to remind ourselves of the accomplishments of women throughout the years in our culture and society. From science to politics, it's a chance to reflect on the trailblazing...

VCCAR March Legislative Update

VCCAR March Legislative Update

The Legislature has introduced almost 3,000 bills this year and are now working on moving these bills through their House of Origin: Assembly bills (ABs) in the Assembly and Senate Bills (SBs) in the Senate.  C.A.R strongly opposes SB 466 (Wahab) which will be heard...

Oxnard Rental Ordinance Update with City Officials

Oxnard Rental Ordinance Update with City Officials

Join us for an extended discussion regarding the proposed rental ordinances in West Ventura County. Included in this session will be the implementation and compliance with the State and City of Oxnard Tenant Protection ordinances and possible future local, State, and...

VCCAR YPN Month of Giving Donation Helps Expand Boys & Girls Club

VCCAR YPN Month of Giving Donation Helps Expand Boys & Girls Club

The 2022 VCCAR YPN Month of Giving donation has officially helped the local Boys and Girls Club to expand two new teen centers on the West End of Ventura and in OakView. These centers are free to teens and their families and provide a safe haven for positive...

Daylight Saving Time Reminder for Supra Lockboxes

Daylight Saving Time Reminder for Supra Lockboxes

It’s that time of year again! Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 12, 2023. Please remember that Supra BT LE lockboxes do not adjust for Daylight Saving Time. For agents that have programmed lockbox access hours, the effective access hours on those lockboxes...

C.A.R.’s Fair Housing Day 2023

C.A.R.’s Fair Housing Day 2023

C.A.R.’s Fair Housing Day is back for a second year and this time, we’ll be live and in person! C.A.R.'s Fair Housing Day will have exciting sessions from innovators, researchers, advocates, policy experts about hot fair housing topics like appraisal bias,...

C.A.R.’s 50th Legislative Day: Registration Now Open!

C.A.R.’s 50th Legislative Day: Registration Now Open!

C.A.R.’s Legislative Day will be live and in person in Sacramento on May 3, 2023. More than 2,000 REALTORS® are expected to attend. Legislative Day continues to be C.A.R.’s preeminent advocacy event.  Legislative Day gives California REALTORS® the opportunity to meet...