CAR REALTOR Expo
There are less than two weeks left to save up to 40 percent on our EXPO paid events with our early-bird pricing, so the time to start planning is now. How will you lead the way in San Jose? Looking to immerse yourself in some tech know-how while visiting the...
New Free Member Benefit: REALTOR® Reelmaker
A new marketing tool is now available for C.A.R. members that allows you to customize an ad campaign video to share with clients. With REALTOR® Reelmaker, you can add your photo and contact information to the end of an ad campaign commercial, a vignette with Mike...
More Buyers Touring Homes
Home buyer foot traffic can be a strong indicator of the demand for housing, and foot traffic has been strong this spring, according to data from NAR, which measures foot traffic by the number of times SentriLock lock boxes are opened. "Despite a steady upward...
CAR Market Matters
Talking Points … Mortgage lenders remain optimistic about purchase mortgage demand and their profit margin during the next three months, according to Fannie Mae’s second quarter 2015 Mortgage Lender Sentiment Survey. Additionally, more lenders have continued to report...
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Save Green with an Energy-Efficient Home
Energy costs can deplete a significant portion of a homeowner’s budget. In fact, they account for almost half of a typical U.S. home’s utility costs, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. With energy bills rising steadily, REALTORS® can play an important role in...
Open House Sign Reminders
In cooperation with our local government entities, TSBOR is sending this reminder to the membership regarding open house and directional signage: 1. Do not place signs in the asphalt section of the public right-of-way, to include designated paved pedestrian or...
CAR Market Matters
Talking Points … Mortgage credit availability increased in May, according to the Mortgage Credit Availability Index (MCAI), a report from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). The MCAI increased 0.5 percent to 122.6 in May. A decline in the MCAI indicates that...
Home Buyers Uncertain About How a Credit Score Affects Financing Process
A recent survey from TransUnion reveals a majority of those planning on or considering buying a home in the next 12 to 18 months are unsure about actions that could help improve their credit score. A majority was also unsure about what their credit score directly...
Celebrate with EXPO Savings
Find what you need to lead the way in your business at our lineup of special paid events. These courses and sessions have been crafted to help propel your career forward - whether you are a newly licensed agent or seasoned broker. Read about all of our paid offerings...