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In Memoriam: James (Jim) Haacker (1941-2026)

It is with profound sadness that the family announces the passing of James (Jim) Haacker. Jim was a dedicated REALTOR® in Orange County for the past 43 years. He also managed two offices and leaves a profound legacy with all the agents whose lives and careers he touched. In recognition of his many

In Memoriam: Mike Steele (1964-2026)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of long-time Affiliate member, Mike Steele. Mike joined OCR in 2014, most recently representing Golden 1 Credit Union. Soon after becoming an OCR member, Mike earned a reputation for being well-liked and respected among his peers. His presence in

In Memoriam: Len Herman (1957-2026)

Members of our community and Association lost a pillar of real estate, Len Herman, on March 5th. Orange County REALTORS® hopes the community can collectively celebrate the remarkable impact he had on so many people throughout our profession. For more than two decades, Len was a respected colleague

Education & Events

2026 Annual Membership Meeting & Market Forecast

Thank you for attending our 2026 Annual Membership Meeting & Market Forecast! Presentation Slides are available below: OCR Annual Membership Meeting and Market Forecast Slides C.A.R. Update - Nikki Coppa 2026 Housing Market Outlook - Steven Thomas Take a look at our Laguna Hills remodel update:

REALTORS® Go Back to School: A Day in the Life of a Principal

In a unique effort to strengthen ties between local schools and community leaders, several members of Orange County REALTORS® recently participated in the “Principal for a Day” program through the Capistrano Unified School District. This annual event invites business professionals and civic leaders

Click Smart, Stay Safe: Cybercrime Secrets from the DA Recap

Orange County REALTORS® hosted the class Click Smart, Stay Safe: Cybercrime Secrets from Orange County’s District Attorney in honor of Safety Month, on September 26th at OCR’s Fountain Valley office. The informative class included four presentations highlighting the dangers of cybercrime, how to

Announcements

Congratulations to the Newly Elected 2027–2029 Board of Directors!

We would like to extend a big congratulations to Hiram Aviles, Erin Barry, Lisa Dunn, Diane Montgomery, and Scott White as they step into the 2027-2029 Board of Directors leadership roles. Your dedication and service to the community are truly appreciated, and we look forward to seeing all you

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Applications Now Available: South Marketing Meeting Facilitator

Our South Marketing Meeting & Preview has an opening for a new Facilitator. If you are interested in applying for the facilitator position, please complete the online application by May 1. We’re grateful to Samira Hurd for the time and care she’s brought to leading our South Marketing Meeting. Her

Timeline for 2027 C.A.R. & NAR Committee and Director Appointments

2027 NAR Committee Appointments Timeline April 1 – June 24, 2026 Committee Application Website opens on April 1. Members complete/update their Expertise Profiles. Members submit a committee application for up to five (5) committees, and seek up to three (3) endorsements per application. Members

Rules & Regulations

Be Prepared for a New MLS Security Measure

Starting January 7, California Regional MLS (CRMLS) will begin rolling out multifactor authentication (MFA) to its users. This update adds an extra layer of protection to prevent unauthorized access and safeguard your account information. As part of the phased rollout, you will be prompted to set up

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C.A.R. New and Revised Forms Alert!

The new and revised C.A.R. Standard Forms are scheduled to be released the week of December 15, 2025, with enhanced language supporting referral fee transparency throughout the transaction. Several new and updated forms replacing older versions now provide clearer guidance for both paying and

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

Housing Market

C.A.R.'s February Sales and Price Report

In February 2026, the California Association of REALTORS® (C.A.R.) reported modest improvement in the Orange County housing market, with 817 existing single-family homes sold. The median price per square foot was $721.88, and the median sales-to-list price ratio stood at 100.0%. Learn More

Women Homeowners: From Zero Rights to Setting Records

Women being denied the right to buy a house may feel far away given where we are now, but the truth is that it wasn’t until 1974 that women could purchase a home. That’s well within many people’s lifetimes! Given how new female homeownership is, it’s even more impressive that women have set records

C.A.R.'s January Sales and Price Report

In January 2026, the California Association of REALTORS® (C.A.R.) reported that the Orange County housing market pulled back after a strong finish to 2025, with 743 existing single-family homes sold. The median price per square foot was $710.71, and the median sales-to-list price ratio stood at 98.8

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