Featured Classes and Events
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Register now for one of the most exciting events for real estate professionals–still only $19! READ MORE
Jan. 17 | zipForms® Basic with Live Stream
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Jan. 18 | Understanding FHA
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Jan. 19 | 2018 Real Estate Marketing Game Plan
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Jan. 19 | Mortgage Loan Workshop
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March 29, 2018 | Real Estate REvive Conference & Expo
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2018 Fees: Avoid Penalty
A penalty will be assessed if dues have not been paid by Jan. 18, 2018 for local, state, and national dues for 2018, plus quarterly MLS fee. Call CVAR membership, (909) 305-2827 or go to the Benefits page to
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4th Q Market At A Glance!
Free to CVAR members: Bring the latest housing market info to your clients!
Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino Counties
Turning Prospects Into Clients
Most agents follow a sales funnel process to turn prospects into clients. The right content can help guide prospects down the sales funnel until they are new clients. Here are valuable types of content to produce for each step. Consider creating some of each type. READ MORE
Realtor.com Lawsuit
REALTORS® are responding to a lawsuit against Realtor.com, alleging that the company is engaged in “unethical and fraudulent” practices, that mislead agents. READ MORE
Best Digital Platforms for Agents
NAR data indicates 95% of home buyers looked at real estate websites before making a choice. Only 9% of real estate pros use online networks to market their listings.
Digital ads are a way to target buyers.
There are many ad platforms to choose from, so take a look at some of the most popular. READ MORE
Client Tip: Get Rid of Ants
Ants can cause ongoing frustration for many homeowners. Here are some tips on how to rid the home and yard of the unwanted insects. READ MORE
FREE to MEMBERS – Marketing handouts for clients HERE. (NAR)
BUYING is CHEAPER – In the majority of US housing markets, however most Americans live in areas where renting is still cheaper than buying.(Housingwire, ATTOM Data Solutions)
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3 CA Housing Issues to Watch in 2018
Expect more focus on housing issues in Sacramento and on your statewide ballot in 2018. Here are three to watch.
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Areas Most Impacted by Tax Law
In the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metro Areas 4% of homes are affected by the new tax law, while 30% of homes in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim Metro Areas are affected. READ MORE
2018 Staging Trends
Home staging is now widely used to make a home more attractive to potential buyers. According to an NAR 2017 survey, a majority of real estate professionals believe staging increases the sale price of the home anywhere from 1 to 15 percent. Here are some industry and design trends we can expect in 2018. READ MORE
Existing Property Vs. New Construction
Making resale competitive with new homes can be a challenge. One REALTOR® learned how to highlight the features of his seller’s property against the blank canvas of new construction in the neighborhood. READ MORE
CRMLS: REALTOR® Fraud Alert
CRMLS notified users that fraudulent emails have been circulated from someone posing as a CRMLS Compliance officer. The emails are sophisticated phishing attempts and should not be opened. Here is how to know if the notice is fraudulent: READ MORE
Change of PACE in 2018
Two measures that took effect Jan. 1, 2018 fundamentally reshaping and improving PACE financing in its biggest market. Renovate America strongly supports the new laws, which create a landmark consumer-protection and regulatory framework for PACE. READ MORE
Client Tip: HUD Guide to Avoid Foreclosure
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development released the Homeowners Guide to Success, providing homeowners with information on the critical first steps to take if they are at risk of missing a mortgage payment or facing foreclosure. READ MORE
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