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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...
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...
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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REALTORS® Reshape 2023 Housing Landscape: Key Wins and What They Mean for You
REALTORS® Reshape 2023 Housing Landscape: Key Wins and What They Mean for You 2023 has seen the REALTORS® take center stage in the housing market, securing pivotal wins that make homeownership more attainable. From advocating for reduced mortgage fees to protecting...
White House Outlines New Steps in Housing Accessibility and Affordability
White House Outlines New Steps in Housing Accessibility and Affordability The White House unveils plans to supercharge housing supply and elevate multifamily housing. With a focus on grants, efficient land use, and tenant empowerment, these updates aim to reshape the...
NAR Economists Foresee 2023 Housing Market Trends Amid Rising Rates and Inflation
NAR Economist 2023 Housing Market Trends: Rising Rates and Inflation Rising interest rates and inflation set the stage for a nuanced real estate landscape in 2023, with tempered home price growth and heightened competition on the horizon.Lawrence Yun, NAR’s Chief...
Mastering Market Dynamics: REALTORS® Embrace Data and Adaptability for Success
Mastering Market Dynamics REALTORS Embrace Data and Adaptability for Success Chief Economist Jordan Levine emphasizes data-driven decision-making over negative headlines.Today’s market presents an array of unique challenges REALTORS® must navigate in order to find...
The Truth About TDS Exemptions in Real Estate Sales
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...
California Dream for All: Paving the Path to Homeownership for First-Time Buyers!
California Dream for All: Paving the Path to Homeownership for First-Time Buyers!The California Dream for All program, aimed at making homeownership a reality for more Californians, is getting a significant boost! Recent findings from a May 2023 Turner Center report...
Farmers Insurance Limits New Homeowner Insurance Policies in California
Farmers Insurance Limits New Homeowner Insurance Policies in CaliforniaRecord-Breaking Inflation and Severe Weather Events Force Farmers Insurance to Take Action Farmers Insurance, a well-known insurance company, is putting a cap on new homeowner policies in...
Announcing the VCCAR Board Election Winners: Meet Your 2024 Board Officers and Directors!
Announcing the VCCAR Board Election Winners: Meet Your 2024 Board Officers and DirectorsWe are thrilled to announce the real estate professionals who will lead the way as your 2024 VCCAR Board Officers and Directors. Your participation and votes have played a crucial...
Vacant Land Property Scams: Spot the Red Flags
Beware of Vacant Land Property Scams: Spot the Red Flags!Vacant land property scams are cropping up all over the place, including right here in Ventura. Scammers are getting bold, posing as property owners and tricking unsuspecting buyers into purchasing land that...