C.A.R. Forms and the NAR Settlement
As the real estate industry undergoes significant shift, particularly in the light of recent litigation, it's imperative to stay informed and prepared
C.A.R. has released new and revised forms on July 24. Members must be ready to use and discuss these forms with clients by August 17 to comply with the NAR settlement mandates.
C.A.R. and Bay East are offering training on the new forms. See the Classes and Events section for details, including recorded webinars.
Classes and Events
Stay in the loop with important updates about the recent lawsuit by attending classes and events.
In Person / Live
Online / Virtual
Webinars / Videos
» C.A.R. Buyer Representation and Residential Listing Agreement Bundle – ONLINE ANYTIME
Members can access the classes for FREE by logging into store.car.org and entering discount codes at checkout. Class details and codes will be emailed to all members and will also be available on store.car.org.
» C.A.R. Special Townhalls on C.A.R. Forms
Visit on.car.org/townhall to access webinar recordings.
» NAR Window to the Law: Settlement Facts Videos
A Question-and-Answer video series about the NAR settlement and new practice changes and MLS rules.
» NAR Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) Designation Course
Throughout 2024, NAR is making the popular Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation course available to REALTORS® at no cost.: Both Live Virtual | Instructor-Led or Online|Self-Paced are available.
C.A.R. legal Hotline
In your journey through the complex legal landscape of real estate, C.A.R. stands as your steadfast guide, offering an array of indispensable resources.
- C.A.R. Legal Hotline for agents: 213.739.8282
- C.A.R. Legal Hotline for brokers: 213.739.8350
- C.A.R. Email Legal Hotline: legalhotline@car.org
Working with Buyers and Sellers
Empower yourself with the tools and knowledge needed to effectively engage with buyers and sellers and navigate their unique needs
»NAR Consumer Guide Series:
– Home Inspections
– The Appraisal Process
– Agency and Non-Agency Relationships
– Steps between Signing and Closing
– Mortgages and Financing
– Buying Your First Home
– 10 Questions to Ask a Buyer’s Agent
– 10 Questions to Ask a Seller’s Agent
– Listing Agreements
– Fair Housing
– Multiple Listing Services (MLSs)
– Seller Concessions
– Negotiating Written Buyer Agreements
– Offers of Compensation
– Why Am I Being Asked to Sign a Written Buyer Agreement?
– Open Houses and Written Agreements
– REALTORS’® Duty to Put Client Interests Above Their Own
– What Veterans Need to Know About Buying a Home
»C.A.R. Consumer Guides:
– What is a Buyer’s Representation Agreement
– 9 Reasons You Need a Buyer’s Agent
»NAR Infographic: Understanding Real Estate Practice Changes and the Impact on the Consumer
»NAR: Written Buyer Agreements 101
»Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends
»What Buyers, Sellers Want Most from Real Estate Agents; REALTOR Magazine