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The Truth About TDS Exemptions in Real Estate Sales

Jul 25, 2023

The Truth About TDS Exemptions in Real Estate Sales“Phantom” TDS Exemptions: Common Misconceptions About What Is and Isn't a TDS Exemption The Transfer Disclosure Statement (TDS) is the granddaddy of statutory disclosures. Proposed by C.A.R. in the 1980's, the TDS...

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

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

Feb 6, 2024

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...

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...
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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...
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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...
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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:...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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,...
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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...
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Oxnard Planning Commission Considers Inclusionary Housing Ordinance

Oxnard Planning Commission Considers Inclusionary Housing Ordinance

Feb 27, 2023

The City of Oxnard is in the process of updating its Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (Ordinance 2980), which currently requires that all new residential developments containing ten or more dwelling units include a minimum of 10% of all housing units within that...

2023 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings

2023 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings

Feb 16, 2023

Mark Your Calendar REALTORS® Legislative MeetingsMay 6-11, 2023 | Washington, D.C.Register now for your opportunity to influence housing policy.REGISTER Advancing Issues Important to the Real Estate Profession The profound importance and powerful impact of NAR’s...

Ojai City Council to Consider Rent Stabilization

Ojai City Council to Consider Rent Stabilization

Feb 15, 2023

Do you own or represent property or clients in the City of Ojai? Early next week the Ojai City Council hear a recommendation for rent stabilization and Just Cause restrictions with mandatory relocation fees paid by rental housing providers for “No Fault” evictions....