Month: July 2024

In July, both National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month and Disability Pride Month highlight the challenges and achievements of marginalized communities. Real estate agents committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) can use these observances to better support their clients.

  • Understand and address diverse mental health needs.
  • Promote open conversations and share resources to reduce mental health stigma.
  • Provide accessible mental health resources.

Integrating these principles helps REALTORS® better serve clients, fostering a more inclusive community.

Reach out to Rochelle Hatala, rochelleh@bayeast.org, if you are interested in joining the Bay East I.D.E.A. Committee

On July 23, CRS Data System is adding a “Need Assistance” Widget, designed to make user experience smoother and more intuitive. 

This feature offers how-to articles, video tutorials, and an option to submit support tickets directly within the product.

These enhancements are part of our commitment to improving your interaction with the MLS Tax Suite. Watch this quick video to learn more. 

To access CRS Data System, log into Paragon, click on CRS Data System under the TAX module. Please contact our support team at 925.730.7100 if you have questions.

CAR will be releasing new forms on July 24 related to the NAR settlement. These forms are available at car.org on July 10 to review before the release date. The most significant change is the removal of the broker-to-broker offer of compensation that is in the current forms. C.A.R. is hosting townhalls July 10, 11, 12 , 16, 17, and 19 to answer questions about these changes.  Townhall registration is at on.car.org/townhall (login required). C.A.R. is also offering two new classes about the Buyer Representation and Residential Listing forms. Class registration is at: store.car.org . Use the discount code on the registration page to access the classes at no charge.

On June 25, C.A.R. released new and revised forms, while also postponing several others due to changes related to the NAR settlement. On July 10, the remaining forms will be posted on www.car.org. Review the June 2024 forms release quick summary here.

C.A.R. and Bay East will be providing numerous training opportunities to members on the use of these forms.

On Demand – C.A.R.’s Buyer Representation and Compensation Agreement Course

On Demand – How to Get Your Buyer to Sign a Representation Agreement Right Now

July 31, 10am – Mastering Buyer Representation

August 15, 10am – Virtual Town Hall: Legal Update with Gov Hutchinson

Join Bay East YPN and AREAA Greater East Bay for a summer kickoff party at Almanac Brewery, 651 W Tower Ave, Alameda, from 4-6pm on July 11. This is a free event and registration is not required.