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In Memoriam: Laura Brokate 1930-2024

Laura Brokate passed away at the age of 94 on September 20, 2024. Services were held on October 4, 2024. Laura was a REALTOR® for over 40 years and was with Coldwell Banker in Mission Viejo for over 20 years. Her fun and adventurous spirit will be greatly missed by all that knew her.

President Jeffrey Jackson's Memorial Service

Orange County REALTORS® 2024 President, Jeffrey Jackson's memorial service will be open to all Orange County REALTOR® members: Thursday, July 11 || 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm || Orange County REALTORS® || 25552 La Paz Rd. Laguna Hills

In Memoriam: Virginia "Ginny" M. Lavan 1926-2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Virginia "Ginny" Lavan, a former member of Orange County REALTORS®. Ginny was known for her constant volunteerism, charity, and leadership. She was President of the Saddleback Board, and 1992 REALTOR® of the Year, thanks to her admirable
Education & Events
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Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month

As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the culture, history, and contributions made by Hispanic and Latinx communities. This month provides an opportunity to recognize the communities who have helped shape our society through their achievements, traditions, and stories that enrich us all
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REALTOR® Safety Month

September is REALTOR® Safety Month

Every profession has its own risks and rewards. As a REALTOR® it is up to you to know these risks so you can stay safe. As the seasons change, so do the available safety resources. Orange County REALTORS® has put together a list of resources, products, and tips for you to stay up to date on safety

Kentucky Derby Mixer

On Thursday, May 9th, Orange County REALTORS® hosted a Kentucky Derby Mixer sponsored by Senior Financial Group, Inc., at Sammy’s Original sports bar. Attendees were encouraged to wear their best hats – and did not disappoint! The evening was filled with food, drinks, photo ops, and networking
Announcements

Congratulations to Our Newly Elected 2025 President-Elect and Our 2025 Treasurer

Congratulations to our newly elected 2025 President-Elect, Danielle Corliss, and our 2025 Treasurer, Eileen Oldroyd. The Orange County REALTORS® Board of Directors held an election on Wednesday, September 4 to elect our 2025 officers.

Apply for 2025 CRMLS Board of Directors

CRMLS applications for 2025 Board of Directors are open. 7 Open Board of Director Positions for 2025: 3 Association Member Elected Directors: 2 in at-large category 1 in smaller AOR category 1 Board of Director Elected Director: 1 is a Senior Manager, Owner or Principal (SOP) of a firm with under

Nominate a Leading REALTOR® or Affiliate!

Do you know a leading REALTOR ® or Affiliate member? Orange County REALTORS ® will recognize REALTOR ® and Affiliate members who exemplify professional excellence and service to the real estate community. Do you know someone—including yourself—who deserves to be honored in one of these ways
Rules & Regulations

The Fannie Mae Requirement Impacting All Appraisers in 2022

On February 7, 2022, NAR sent a letter to Fannie Mae and the Federal Housing Finance Agency regarding Fannie Mae’s recent announcement that appraisers will be required to use ANSI® Z765-2021 (American National Standards Institute®) for measuring, calculating, and reporting above-grade and below

Proposition 19

This video is provided for information only and not intended as a substitute for legal advice. Consult an attorney should you require specific advice. For follow up questions, contact your broker, attorney, and/or the C.A.R. Legal Hotline. C.A.R. Member Legal Hotline: (213) 739-8282 C.A.R

New & Revised C.A.R. Forms - December 2020

Starting 1/1/2021, there is a new disclosure requirement for properties located in high or very high fire hazard severity zones for homes built before 2010. See C.A.R.’s new form, Home Fire Hardening Disclosure and Advisory (HHDA) and the C.A.R. Legal Live Webinar for more information on the new
Housing Market

Housing Snapshot: Pending Home Sales - August 2024

According to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), the August 2024 Pending Home Sales Index recorded a value of 70.6, reflecting a month-over-month (MoM) increase of 0.6%. Regionally, the South led with an index of 83.6, with a MoM of 0.1%. The Midwest saw a more significant rise, with an

Housing Snapshot: Existing-Home Sales - August 2024

According to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), existing-home sales reached a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.86 million in August 2024. This reflects a month-over-month (MoM) decline of 2.5% and a year-over-year (YoY) decrease of 4.2%. The inventory of homes available for sale

Nearly 90% of Metro Areas Registered Home Price Gains in Second Quarter of 2024

In the second quarter of 2024, almost 90% of metro areas saw increases in home prices. Racine, WI had the highest growth rate at 19.8%, with the average home price reaching $309,400. Trenton, NJ had the tenth highest growth rate at 14.1%, with homes averaging $467,200. Overall, the data highlights a

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