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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.

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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.


Inspectors & Transaction Coordinators

Become certified as a Home Inspector or connect with a certified Inspectors and Transaction Coordinator.

C.A.R. Home Inspector Certification Program Transaction Coordinator Directory
Partner Program

Your one-stop-source for exclusive offers, discounts, and free trials.


Leasing & Property Management 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 CARmojis & Stickers, C.A.R., Legal Hotline, CA REALTOR® EXPO, and zipForm Mobile.


Legal Q&As, New Laws, and Disclosure Charts

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


Legal Action Fund

The Legal Action Fund advocates the REALTOR® point of view and assists in lawsuits pivotal to the real estate industry. Learn more about how the Legal Action Fund supports you in your business.


Legal Tools

Quick Guides (1-page articles) and PowerPoint presentations 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

While you’re driving to your next meeting, would like our attorneys to update you on how to best protect yourself and your clients? Subscribe to our Legal Matters Podcast, and we’ll bring the most critical information right to your device.


Legal Launchpad

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


Legal Resources

Important industry cases, resources and information

Small Claims Court
Miscellaneous/Contacts

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

Realegal®
NAR Litigation

Explore the implications of the landmark Burnett v NAR antitrust lawsuit's outcome for REALTORS®, the industry, and your business.


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 Contact Center

Need assistance on Transactions – zipForm Edition, purchasing a course, or other general membership questions? The Customer Contact Center is only a phone call away.


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.


C.A.R. 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.


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C.A.R. Sample Letter Template

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REALTORS® with C.A.R. now have instant access to sample letters written by C.A.R. attorneys. These letters are in response to the most common situations that C.A.R.’s Legal Hotline receives as requests from members to help them prepare a document that can be used to address certain issues arising in a real estate transaction.

The letters are perfect for either side of a sales transaction and property manager and include letters for: buyers, sellers, selling agent, listing agent and property managers. Examples include, “Demand Seller to Close” and “Demand for Deposit in Escrow” and “Security Deposit Return.”

zipForm® will auto fill names and addresses but information unique to a particular transaction has to be inserted.  A broker or attorney should be consulted to determine the applicability of a letter to a specific situation. C.A.R. members should look for the C.A.R. Sample Letter Library (CARSL) inside of their zipForm® account under the Library Forms menu.

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Benefits of the library to members include:

  • Letters that express a buyer’s, seller’s or broker’s position
  • Pre-printed language helps focus on legally relevant considerations
  • Pre-printed language allows REALTORS® to assist themselves or clients without drafting legal language on their own
  • Pre-printed language helps clarify issues when conflict arises
  • Letters allows potential problems to be addressed without escalating issue by involving attorney
  • Pre-printed language satisfies statutory requirements when applicable
  • Location within zipForm® provides convenience and ease of use for C.A.R. member

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