News Releases

Your C.A.R.

2020 Census

The importance of completing the census survey for REALTORS®.

Housing Affordability Fund

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

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

Innovators Workshop

Do you have an innovative idea(s) with regards to real estate? Submit your idea(s) for a chance to partner with C.A.R. and transform tomorrow's industry!

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 Latinx 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.

Online Campaign

C.A.R. Mission Statement

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

Annual Report

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.

For Association Executives

This site is designed to assist you in your profession by providing access to information on events

Honorary Members-for-Life

Careers

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

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®.

Transaction Products

zipForm® features easy-to-use navigation that lets you move quickly through documents and transactions

Lone Wolf zipForm® Edition zipForm® Standard Forms Libraries zipCRM™ Service Providers

Electronic Signatures

Simplify the transaction with secure electronic signatures.

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.

Broker Services

Manage all of your REALTOR® agent accounts, transactions and forms effortlessly and efficiently

Transactions (zipForm Edition) for teams

Support

Get answers to your zip-Related questions with user guides, FAQs, videos and more.

C.A.R. Training Center

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 & Property Management Center

Everything you need for a successful property management & leasing business

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!

COVID Legal Documents

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

Consumer RPA Summary

Plain-English explanations for every paragraph in the RPA that you can send to your buyers and sellers. REALTORS® can use it too!

Disclosure Charts

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

Lease/Rental Chart Sales Disclosure Checklist Sales Disclosure Chart

Legal Launchpad

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

C.A.R.’s Legal Live Webinars are online presentations conducted by C.A.R. attorneys on the first Tuesday of every month. Hear about legal developments and answers to common questions. Watch live or from a recorded post. Legal Live Webinars are offered as a free member benefit.

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!

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.

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.

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

Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI) Designation

Stand out as a REALTOR® with in-depth technical knowledge on the fundamentals of real estate.

Online Bundles

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.

Summer 2020 Meetings Tentative Program Meeting Registration

REimagine! 2020

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.

Property Management Conference

Join us for a deep dive into property management fundamentals at this one-day conference.

Virtual Events

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

NAR Meetings

NAR meeting information and materials.

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.

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

Charts & Graphs

Explore and interact with the latest market statistics.

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

From Conferences to Resources, this area is geared to brokers and managers.

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

Market Data

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

Housing Market Forecast

The latest 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 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.

Shareable and Interactive Reports

Gain insights through interactive dashboards and downloadable content.

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

Speeches & Presentations

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

Surveys & Reports

Californians are surveyed annually to gain insights on the housing market from their persepective.

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.

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.

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.

CAR 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.

Resources for Hearings via Zoom

Find tools, tips and tricks for successful online hearings and mediation conferences here

Professional Standards Webinars

Missed a training? Check here for previous Professional Standards webinars.

Online Training for Professional Standards Volunteers

These volunteer training courses are for members who will be part of Board of Directors, grievance committees and hearing panels at local associations.

Professional Standards Administrator Certification

All local associations/boards must designate and certify one person primarily responsible for administration of professional standards processes. NAR requires that all Professional Standards Administrators re-certify every four years, thereby meeting the learning objectives and minimum criteria established by NAR.

Professional Standards Train-the-Trainer

This training course is for those who want to become certified as a professional standards trainer.

Statewide MLS Initiative

An explanation of C.A.R.'s position on MLS consolidations in general and a statewide MLS in particular.

NAR Code of Ethics

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

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.

Arbitration Rules

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

Recent Legal Developments

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

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 California and Federal real estate related cases 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”.