Q3 issue of California Real Estate magazine
Short-term rental Tax and more: C.A.R.’s Legislative Update
C.A.R. has successfully opposed SB 584 (Limón) for 2023, which would have imposed a 15% tax on renters of short-term rentals, putting this type of lodging out of reach for many low- and moderate-income families. Short-term rentals are typically a cost-effective...
Dive into CA housing’s relationship with water wupply
You're invited to join a wide-ranging conversation focused on California’s water supply issues and how possible solutions may mitigate the looming crises facing housing as C.A.R.'s Center for California Real Estate (CCRE) presents the next virtual discussion in...
Don’t let interest rates prevent clients from buying now
Don't let higher interest rates prevent your clients from buying a home now. Interest rates have risen lately, but don’t let that deter your clients from making their homebuying dreams a reality. Historically, interest rates have been higher, but those who did buy...
C.A.R. Legislative Update
Last week, the legislature has a busy committee hearing schedule. Three of C.A.R.’s sponsored bills will be heard, including AB 323 (Holden) Deed Restricted Units: Homeowner Protection, AB 717 (Villapudua) Revocable Living Trust Education, and AB 1280 (Maienschein)...
Check out the REimagine! Conference & Expo! trailer
Where do CA REALTORS® go every year? As you saw in the trailer — they head to the FREE REimagine! Conference & Expo! Join real estate pros from across the state in Anaheim, Sept. 19-21, for the return of Tech Tuesday, 50+ FREE mind-bending...
SmartZone for REALTORS
Real Estate can feel extra demanding and isolating during a changing market. We want you to know that we're here to navigate these new challenges together. The most important ingredient of a healthy business is a healthy and safe you. On your new resource site, Smart...
Fire tips for California homeowners
With nearly 500,000 California homes worth a combined $268 billion under serious risk from wildfires, and the issue growing more acute with each passing year, insurance companies are ramping up prices or outright refusing to renew policies in fire-prone areas. Here's...
Help educate clients on fire insurance
Our continued promise to you and our entire membership is to have a watchful eye on every corner of this current, changing market. This year, insurance companies have responded to California's recent wildfires by forgoing the issuance of new policies, imposing...
Ethics considerations
While we all know real estate is a competitive business, please keep in mind the following Code of Ethics: Article 15. No Disparaging Competitors – Don’t make false or misleading statements. Article 16. No Interference in Agency/Client Relationship of another...