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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...

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...

Keller Williams Agrees to $70M Settlement

Keller Williams Agrees to $70M SettlementKeller Williams, a prominent real estate brokerage firm, has agreed to a substantial $70 million payment as part of a proposed settlement to resolve over a dozen nationwide litigation related to agent commissions. The...

Bipartisan Tax Package Proposes Expansion of Low-Income Housing Tax Credit

Bipartisan Tax Package Proposes Expansion of Low-Income Housing Tax CreditOn Friday, Jan. 19, the House Ways and Means Committee marked-up H.R. 7024, the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act.  The bill now heads to the House of Representatives’ floor for a...

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...

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...

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REALTOR® Advocacy Wins Bring Relief to Home Buyers

Nearly 2,000 attendees gathered last week at the RPAC President’s Circle Conference to hear from REALTOR® champions and top political leaders. President’s Circle plays a key role in NAR’s powerful advocacy operation as we work to make the American Dream affordable,...

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 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...

Diverse Voices Crucial to Lasting Policy Solutions

Business Insider published an article last week with a provocative title: “The housing shortage is the root of all of America’s problems.” Before outlining a host of challenges facing American families, the author states, “The U.S. housing shortage isn’t just fueling...

Oxnard Planning Commission Considers Inclusionary Housing Ordinance

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

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...