by Heather | Jul 1, 2014 | C.A.R., TSBOR
Dear CAR Member, Last fall, I informed you that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the state Franchise Tax Board issued letters stating that California families who have sold their home in a short sale are not subject to either state or federal income tax on the...
by Heather | Jun 30, 2014 | C.A.R., TSBOR, TSMLS
Talking Points … California home sales eased slightly in May as a shortage of homes and housing affordability concerns held back would-be home buyers, according to the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.). May marked the seventh straight month that sales were...
by Heather | Jun 23, 2014 | C.A.R., TSBOR, TSMLS
Talking Points … Foreclosure activity across the United States dropped to an eight-year low in May as banks reclaimed fewer homes and foreclosure starts saw their lowest levels in years, according to a new report from RealtyTrac. While the report found that one in...
by Heather | Jun 22, 2014 | C.A.R.
Made your lunch plans yet? We have three incredible speakers lined up to enrich, engage, and inspire you every day at CALIFORNIA REALTOR® EXPO 2014. Register now to take advantage of early-bird rates and save up to 45 percent on our lunches, as well as many other paid...
by Heather | Jun 21, 2014 | C.A.R., TSBOR, TSMLS
In an effort to make ethics violations and the disciplinary process more transparent, starting August 1, 2014, C.A.R. will be publishing the names – and the other information listed below – of members who are found in violation of the Code of Ethics. If a member is...