HAF Donors/Supporters

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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 to HAF

Rising Star Award

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 Disaster 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®.

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.

Branded Content Series Online Campaign Paid Social Partnerships Podcasts Search Sponsorship and Branding

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.

Partner With Us

Advertise With Us

Learn about advertising with C.A.R.

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

Need help finding the right person? Try searching through our various rosters & directories.

Make a difference

Member Benefits

About Us

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.

Legal Q&As and Disclosure Charts

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

Legal Material by Topic

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

Legal Tools

Quick Guides (1-page articles), PowerPoint presentations, and videos 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

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

Course Calendar

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

Course Catalog Online Bundles Annual Education Experience

Risk and Education Management System

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

NMLS Approved Education for California Mortgage Licensees

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.

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.

Virtual Events

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

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 Inventory Report 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®.

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 Ambassador Program 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

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.

Member Legal Services

C.A.R.'s 15+ lawyers provide all sorts of services, not just answering the beloved Legal Hotline. Other pies that the C.A.R. lawyers have their fingers in are: Standard Forms, Sample Letters, Realegals, Webinars and Legal Action Fund, all of which are referenced here.

Arbitration Rules

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

Legal Action Fund

C.A.R. participates in cases at the appellate and supreme court level as an "Amicus Curiae" or friend of the court when a decision in the case has the potential to affect REALTORS® statewide.

Legal Action Fund Guidelines

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”.