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Easily renew your real estate license with the FREE 45 hour online license renewal package from C.A.R.

Pre-License Training

Prepare to earn your real estate license with our online courses

Designations / Certifications

Distinguish yourself by learning how to build a business that specializes in niche markets to nearly double your earning potential in various real estate sectors

Education Calendar

Browse our class schedule to find when and where to take real estate courses.

Course Catalog

Browse through the many courses we offer - listed in alphabetical order.

Online Bundles

TC Career Workout

A special 1-day event pumped up with expert insight on Transaction Coordination (TC) practices throughout the industry.

Risk and Education Management System

The REMS system allows brokers to deliver quality education to their agents and track their progress.

NMLS/MLO CE Courses

Complete your eight-hour NMLS license renewal requirement through our NMLS-approved provider, OnlineEd

C.A.R. Board of Directors and Committees

The main Business Meetings page includes important links for Directors and Committee Members.

Current Business Meeting Materials Tentative Program Meeting Registration

REimagine! Real Estate Conference

REimagine! Real Estate Conference & Expo is where learning takes center stage and where business solutions and connections are at the forefront of the real estate industry.

REimagine! 2020 Session Archive

Virtual Events

View C.A.R's upcoming and past virtual events.

Webinars

Our comprehensive list of C.A.R. webinars you may attend free of charge.

For Your Clients

A one-stop shop for tools and and resources to educate consumers about the intricacies of buying and selling a home and how a REALTOR® can help.

Prop 19 Infographics One Cool Thing Tax Reform One Sheets Fire Insurance One Sheets

Charts & Graphs

Explore and interact with the latest market statistics.

County Housing Market Summaries County Market Updates Housing Perspective Market @ A Glance

Digital Tools

Marketing tools from C.A.R.'s consumer advertising campaign

For Brokers/Managers

This information is designed for Real Estate Brokers and Office Managers to assist you in supporting your real estate business.

Center for California Real Estate

CCRE's mission is to advance industry knowledge and innovation with an emphasis on convening key experts and influence-makers.

Tax Reform FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

Multimedia Library

From webinars to videos and podcasts to blogs, C.A.R. keeps you in the know.

Videos Webinars Podcasts

Publications

C.A.R. publishes eight magazine issues and various newsletters throughout the year.

Newsletters California Real Estate Magazine

Transactions

Time to bring it home. Complete transactions and contracts electronically through zipForm®.

REALTOR® Secure Transaction

Realtor® Secure Transaction is your place to discover, access and master the essential tools for a modern, efficient and secure transaction.

Transactions - zipForm Edition

Transaction management and forms software with all the must-have features, including current statewide contracts, local forms, and more.

Transaction Products Service Providers Forms Libraries Support

Forms Advisor™ & Forms Tutor®

Free advice to help you understand the form you're using with Forms Tutor® and identify which form you need for your transaction with Forms Advisor™

Standard Forms

C.A.R. Standard Forms are developed by the C.A.R. Legal Department which gathers input from real estate professionals and attorneys to create user-friendly, comprehensive, and dependable forms.

Inspector Certification Program

C.A.R. now offers a list of Certified Home Inspectors for our REALTORS® members. Participants of this program have completed certain background and education requirements. Click Here to see the program details and a directory of Certified Home Inspectors.

Transaction Tips

Advice, Support and materials to improve your transactions.

Transaction Tools Support Register for FREE Training Webinars

Business Tools

We're here to help, people! Business products and tools to empower REALTORS®.

C.A.R. Business Products

Your one-stop-source for real estate products, forms, education, high-tech tools and more

Leasing Resource Center

Everything you need for a successful property management & leasing business

Member Profitability Hub

A collection of educational and technology resources designed to help you achieve profitability and better prepare for your financial present and future.

Mobile Apps

Download the latest C.A.R. mobile apps, including CARmojies & Stickers, C.A.R., Legal Hotline, CA REALTOR® EXPO, and zipForm Mobile.

Down Payment Resource Directory

Help potential buyers open the door to home-ownership by searching from over 400 available down payment assistance programs throughout California.

Risk Management

Q: Where do I go to get legal questions answered? A: Easy, look to the right!

California Residential Purchase Agreement (RPA)

This is a resource page for all things RPA 2021. It includes links to the RPA and RPA-related forms, training, legal presentations, and publications.

COVID Legal Docs

Forms, guides and other legal materials that may be used due to the spread of the Covid-19 strain of the coronavirus.

Legal Q&As

Legal articles, many in question and answer format, are currently available on over 150 subjects in 50-plus categories.

All Legal Q&As

Disclosure Charts

6 charts show REALTORS ® what needs to be disclosed and to whom in various sales and lease scenarios.

Lease-Rental Disclosure Chart Sales Disclosure Checklist Sales Disclosure Chart

Legal Material by Topic

Need help on a legal issue? First, pick one of the topics.

Legal Tools

PowerPoint presentations, videos and flyers for Brokers, Agents, and Consumers.

Quick Guides

Short, helpful, 1-page articles on key legal topics

Legal Live Webinars

Wish you could catch up on California real estate law without having to read even more documents? Relax and watch a video as C.A.R.’s Legal Live Webinars bring you up-to-date on the hottest topics in real estate law.

Legal Matters Podcast

The Legal Matters Podcast is the official podcast of the California Association of REALTORS® Member Legal Services Department.

Helplines

Help, I need backup! Whether it's legal or financial help you need, C.A.R.'s got your back with these resources.

Ombudsman Hotline

If you're a member looking to resolve a minor dispute or communication issue with another REALTOR^®, a C.A.R. ombudsman may be able to help!

Peer-to-Peer Ethics

C.A.R. REALTOR® volunteers are specifically trained and are available to answer questions from other members about the Code of Ethics, and can provide information and limited counseling concerning its proper interpretation.

Transaction Rescue™

Your lifeline to the lending community formerly known as the Finance Helpline and Mortgage Rescue™. Find contacts and answers to all mortgage related questions, and problems that arise in your real estate transaction. Get assistance today!

Lending Resources

Customer Service

Looking for additional assistance? The Customer Contact Center is looking forward to serving you Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m.

Consumer Mediation

The C.A.R. Real Estate Mediation Center for Consumers has mediators available to assist buyers and sellers (as well as other parties to real estate transactions) in resolving their disputes.

Legal Hotline

Did you know that for zero dollars and zero cents, you can speak with an attorney about your transaction? If you don't believe us, check it out yourself.

Education

We offer a wide array of real estate educational courses, certifications & designations in various formats.

License Renewal

Easily renew your real estate license with the FREE 45 hour online license renewal package from C.A.R.

Pre-License Training

Prepare to earn your real estate license with our online courses

Designations / Certifications

Distinguish yourself by learning how to build a business that specializes in niche markets to nearly double your earning potential in various real estate sectors

Education Calendar

Browse our class schedule to find when and where to take real estate courses.

Course Catalog

Browse through the many courses we offer - listed in alphabetical order.

Online Bundles

TC Career Workout

A special 1-day event pumped up with expert insight on Transaction Coordination (TC) practices throughout the industry.

Risk and Education Management System

The REMS system allows brokers to deliver quality education to their agents and track their progress.

NMLS/MLO CE Courses

Complete your eight-hour NMLS license renewal requirement through our NMLS-approved provider, OnlineEd

Meetings & Events

Mark your calendars for our yearly meetings and events!

C.A.R. Board of Directors and Committees

The main Business Meetings page includes important links for Directors and Committee Members.

Current Business Meeting Materials Tentative Program Meeting Registration

NAR Meetings

NAR meeting information and materials.

REimagine

REimagine! Real Estate Conference & Expo is where learning takes center stage and where business solutions and connections are at the forefront of the real estate industry.

REI 2020 Archive

Virtual Events

View C.A.R's upcoming and past virtual events.

Webinars

Our comprehensive list of C.A.R. webinars you may attend free of charge.

Marketing Tools

You're the brand! Use our marketing tools to tell your story.

For Your Clients

A one-stop shop for tools and and resources to educate consumers about the intricacies of buying and selling a home and how a REALTOR® can help.

Prop 19 Infographics One Cool Thing Tax Reform One Sheets Fire Insurance One Sheet

Charts & Graphs

Explore and interact with the latest market statistics.

Housing Market Summary County Market Updates Housing Perspective Market @ A Glance

Digital Tools

Marketing tools from C.A.R.'s consumer advertising campaign

Knowledge Center

Got knowledge? All the info you need on California’s housing market, economy, and issues impacting the industry.

For Brokers/Managers

This information is designed for Real Estate Brokers and Office Managers to assist you in supporting your real estate business.

Center of California Real Estate

CCRE's mission is to advance industry knowledge and innovation with an emphasis on convening key experts and influence-makers.

Tax Reform FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

Multimedia Library

From webinars to videos and podcasts to blogs, C.A.R. keeps you in the know.

Videos Webinars Podcasts

Publications

C.A.R. publishes eight magazine issues and various newsletters throughout the year.

Newsletters California Real Estate Magazine

Market Data

Be trendy -- stay current with our latest market forecasts and data analyses.

Housing Market Forecast

The latest housing market forecast and projection to what lays ahead.

Data & Statistics

View the latest sales and price numbers. Find out where sales will be in upcoming months.

Current Sales & Price Statistics HAI First-Time Buyer Housing Affordability Index - Traditional Historical Housing Data Annual Historical Data Summary

Housing Matters Podcast

Your housing hub for market analysis, economic trends, and housing news.

Market Minute

Get a roundup of weekly economic and market news that matters to real estate and your business.

Interactive Market Stats

Gain insights through interactive dashboards and downloadable content.

Buyer's Guide Housing Market Overview Market Update Videos View All Shareable Reports View All Interactive Dashboards

Speeches & Presentations

Catch up with the latest outreaches and webinars by the Research and Economics team.

Surveys & Reports

C.A.R. conducts survey research with members and consumers on a regular basis to get a better understanding of the housing market and the real estate industry. Results and analyses from these studies are released in different formats – written report, power-point, infographic, webinar, and podcast - and can be found in this section.

Stay Connected

Stay connected with the latest releases by subscribing to the products and services that interest you.

MLS / Professional Standards

You’ve gone pro! So here are guidelines about MLS rules and professional standards.

Model MLS Rules/Materials

California Model MLS Rules, Issues Briefing Papers, and other articles and materials related to MLS policy.

Statewide MLS Initiative

C.A.R. Interboard Arbitration

Looking for information on how to file an interboard arbitration complaint? You've come to the right place! Find the rules, timeline and filing documents here.

Code of Ethics Violators

Summaries and photos of California REALTORS® who violated the Code of Ethics and were disciplined with a fine, letter of reprimand, suspension, or expulsion.

NAR Code of Ethics

The most recent edition of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the National Association of REALTORS®.

2021 MEDIATOR TRAINING FOR REALTORS®

C.A.R. is presenting a 4-day Mediator Training for REALTORS® via Zoom webinar. All REALTORS® are welcome to register.

Professional Standards Materials

The California Professional Standards Reference Manual, Local Association Forms, NAR materials and other materials related to Code of Ethics enforcement and arbitration.

Resources for Hearings via Zoom Online Training for Professional Standards Volunteers Professional Standards Webinars Professional Standards Administrator Certification Professional Standards Train the Trainer

Political Advocacy

An industry that works together, thrives together. Participate in legislative advocacy as a C.A.R. member!

Legislation

C.A.R. advocates for REALTOR® issues in Washington D.C., Sacramento and in city and county governments throughout California.

PACs and RAF

CREPAC, LCRC, IMPAC, ALF and the RAF comprise C.A.R.'s political fundraising arm.

REALTOR® Action Fund

Podcast

This week's topic: Unlocking a Legacy, A Look Back & Ahead with CEO Joel Singer

Politics and You

Learn how you can make a difference, by getting involved yourself or by passing along valuable information to your clients.

Legal

It's the Law -- C.A.R.'s legal eagles tell you what you need to know to stay out of trouble.

Arbitration Rules

California Code of Ethics and Arbitration Rules and external link to JAMS Arbitration service.

Risk Management

Recent Legal Developments

Summaries of legislation and regulation effecting REALTORS® and updates on news relevant to REALTORS®.

2022 New Laws 2021 New Laws 2020 New Laws 2019 Real Estate Clean Up Law Changes 2019 New Laws 2018 New Laws 2017 New Laws Legal News

Real Estate Cases and Other Legal Resources

Important industry cases, resources and information

Important Real Estate Cases (California and Federal) Small Claims Court

Legal Matters Podcast

Learn on-the-go! The Legal Matters Podcast gives you bite-size nuggets of power-packed legal information that will help you protect yourself and your clients. Join our attorneys for a “Legal Bedtime Story” or for the scoop on vital issues like the “Top 5 RPA Mistakes”.

Miscellaneous/Contacts

Current legal developments, C.A.R. legal products and services.

Legal Foundation Realegal® SB 800 Member Legal Services Legal Action Fund Attorney Access Form

Make a difference

Represent! Join C.A.R. in our community and foundation programs.

Californians for Homeownership

Californians for Homeownership was founded in response to the California Legislature’s call for public interest organizations to fight local anti-housing policies on behalf of the millions of California residents who need access to more affordable housing.

Housing Affordability Fund

Programs and grants to provide direct assistance to address the housing crisis in California.

Make A Donation

Rising Star

The Rising Star Award program is a C.A.R. initiative designed to work with the brokerage community to recognize their up-and-coming agents.

C.A.R. Disaster Relief

C.A.R. stands ready to assist REALTORS® who have been impacted by wildfires through its Disaster Relief Fund and NAR's REALTORS® Relief Foundation.

California Wildfire Resources

Scholarship Foundation

Scholarships for California students planning to pursue a career in real estate.

Education Foundation

Grants for California REALTORS® and residents pursuing real estate education.

Diversity and Inclusion Programs

Find out more information on key diversity and inclusion programs and projects available.

Fair Housing Latino Professionals Network C.A.R. Women's Initiative

Young Professionals Network

New to the industry? YPN is a network to sharpen your skills, heighten your leadership, and connect with fellow REALTORS®.

Member Benefits

Adding REALTOR® next to your name is cool. What comes with that title is even cooler. Check out your benefits.

Guide to Benefits

As a member of C.A.R., you receive more than 100 free and discounted benefits. Find out more about your member benefits here.

C.A.R. Member Discounts NAR Member Discounts C.A.R. Insurance Products

For New Members

As a new member of C.A.R. you have questions about your benefits and discounts. Find the answers here.

Member FAQs

Consumer Ad Campaign

C.A.R.'s annual consumer advertising campaign creates awareness of the REALTOR® brand and demonstrates the many benefits of the consumer-REALTOR® relationship.

Online Campaign Paid Social Sponsorship and Branding Podcasts Search Sponsorship and Branding TV and Video

About Us

This is so us...who we are and what we do.

C.A.R. Mission Statement

C.A.R. is a statewide trade association dedicated to the advancement of professionalism in real estate.

Annual Report

2022 C.A.R. Officers

Meet the 2022 C.A.R. Leadership Team

Media Center

C.A.R.'s Media Center houses the Association's news releases, media guidelines, and logos.

News Releases

Customer Service

Looking for additional assistance? The Customer Contact Center is looking forward to serving you Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m.

Careers

C.A.R. and its subsidiaries are currently recruiting for the following job opportunities.

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Learn about advertising with C.A.R.

Contact Us

Whichever department you are looking to speak with, don't hesitate to reach out! We'd love to hear from you.

C.A.R. Services

We are an email, a phone call or a click away. Don't hesitate and reach out to us!

Rosters & Directories

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TC Career Workout Regimen

Join us for our 2^nd TC Career Workout where we will be focusing exclusively on the NEW California Residential Purchase Agreement and everything you need to know about it. The NEW RPA gets distributed at the end of 2021 and you want yourself, and your agents, to be mindful and have some healthy practices when it comes to this new contract.

Join the workout to exercise:

Core changes to the form that are important to a TC
Routine questions & not-so-routine questions about legal aspects & risk management
Valuable financing, loan, and down payment assistance knowledge that could help your agents in future transactions

Date: October 29, 2021

Time: 9 am - 12 pm.

Workout Results!

Expert insight from industry professionals practicing today.
Perspective from a variety of levels: Transaction Coordinators, C.A.R. Attorneys and Product Experts
Candid content lasting through 3 hours of a one-time event
Chances to ask questions during each of these sessions with industry experts

Who Should Join the Workout?
C.A.R. Education encourages any real estate professionals who want to learn more about Transaction Coordination. Current TCs looking to expand and grow their business are also encouraged to attend. Find out what works for other practices and decide if that makes sense for your firm.

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You may direct any TC Career Workout related questions to [email protected]. If you have any general questions regarding any educational resources, please contact [email protected] for more information.

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