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The official 2017-2018 election ballot for C.A.R. officers and directors has been announced. Newly elected officers and directors will be installed on October 9 at the 134th Annual Inaugural Gala. The 2017 proposed […]
If your client is looking to purchase a home, but is having trouble finding something in their price range, or if they are talking about purchasing a fixer upper, a […]
Hello! I am hoping you are enjoying the summer of 2017. Our marketplace is still running on high energy and I hope you are reaping the benefits and leading yourselves […]
On Friday, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) released the final rule amending the “Know Before You Owe” (KBYO or TRID) mortgage disclosure rule, clarifying the ability to share the […]
Summer has officially arrived! We have 7 can’t-miss events and member benefits that will boost your business and make this summer the best yet. FREE for members: Strategies to Reinvent […]
Here’s your chance to truly pay it forward and get involved in your association! We have 5 open positions including Chairman-Elect, Treasurer/Secretary, Trustee At Large Affiliate and 2 Trustees At-Large. […]
The official 2017 – 2018 election ballot for C.A.R. officers and directors has been announced. Newly elected officers and directors will be installed on Sept. 14 at the Annual C.A.R. Inaugural Gala.
July 28th is National Milk Chocolate Day! Did you know the smell of chocolate increases brain waves, which triggers relaxation? And, regularly indulging in chocolate (in moderation, of course) can cut […]
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2017 REALTOR® Awards! They will be honored at the 134th Annual Inaugural Gala in October. REALTOR® of the Year Dan Wagner, Inland Real Estate […]
We put together this collection of podcasts and live music venues that shine a spotlight on our beloved city. Share these with your clients who are looking for new perspectives and […]
Frank Williams is a familiar face around the Association. He is a past president (1989 -1990), as well as an instructor for the REALTORS® Real Estate School. As such, he has influenced hundreds of […]
C.A.R.’s Vicky Silvano was named 2018 NAR Global Business Alliances Liaison at the recent Midyear Legislative Meetings & Trade Show in Washington, D.C. She will report to NAR leadership as part […]