Member Update
Good afternoon Members!

The situation in our world and industry is evolving with each day. Our association wants to keep you apprised of such changes on the local, state and national level.

First and foremost, our County Offices, State Association and National Association are providing timely and continuous updates on their sites. Please refer to the following links for current information on county protocol, industry practices and NAR's engagement with Congress to affect assistance on behalf of our industry businesses and independent contractors:


Additionally, C.A.R. has assisted REALTORS during this time with the offering of a free Zoom account for local associations for the next 90 days. We are using Zoom to host virtual staff meetings, Board of Directors sessions, committee meetings, Broker Roundtables and webinars by third party partners and consultants.

Our staff will be reaching out to you individually by phone to check in and see if your questions have been answered regarding the Governor's Order, transactions, MLS and current R.E. practices. I have provided a message and link below to a fillable PDF; I am requesting that you take the time to update our records in our association system so that we can provide more timely and effective communication with our members.

Operations - Our association continues to operate effectively on a remote basis. We are answering all calls and have sold store items curbside by appointment.

Legislation - Last evening our Directors approved of partnering with the Grass Valley Chamber and Contractors association to furnish a "Call To Action" letter to Congress regarding the inclusion of independent contractors and 501c(6) organizations in their federal assistance package being voted on today. We will keep you posted on the outcome. The CA Governor today today and addressed the virus and our businesses. I have provided you with the link to access his facebook speeches: https://www.facebook.com/CAgovernor/

E&O Insurance - A member firm has apprised us that E&O insurance may be at risk when one does not obey the law. We ask that you use good judgment when following the Governor's Order. Please seek the C.A.R. legal hotline at (213) 739-8383 when questions occur or you are unsure of current allowable practices under the spirit of the Law.

Lastly, take this time to review your marketing strategies for the upcoming months, line up your campaign, get ahead on your continuing education by tapping into the FREE C.A.R. 45 hours of online education and MetroList MLS training webinars. Why not work on a certification or designation to achieve greater opportunies for referrals. I found NAR's ePro certification fascinating and educational! Click Here for designation/certificatgion opportunities. We will keep you apprised as you keep safe!

Sincerely,

Kathleen Hinman, Association Executive
PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT
Update your NCAOR contact information by Clicking Here for a fillable contact form. You can also update your MLS profile by completing a MetroList Contact form:   https://prospector.metrolist.net/documents/forms/Agent_Change_Fill.pdf
MetroList offers online classes free to subscribers. Take a look at what is being offered for this week.



Homesnap Webinar
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25, 2020, 3 – 4PM
This online course will introduce you to our newest free mobile app called Homesnap! Want to learn how to create a rapid CMA for a prospective client you just met? Well then this is the app for you! In this training we will also explore Homesnap’s other remarkable features such as: Snapping a photo of a nearby property to access current MLS listing data in seconds, in app communication with your clients, a safety timer, walking property lines guided by GPS and so much more!
Topics Covered: Accessing ─ Searching ─ Snapping ─ Search Results ─ Rapid CMA ─ Client Interaction ─ Settings

Mapping & Routing Webinar
FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2020, 9 – 10AM
This online course is truly designed for the experienced Agent and Broker. Within this webinar, you will learn how to utilize the map and standard searches PLUS and all of the features associated with the Map Explorer. Including driving directions, parcel information, creating FREE address labels and more.
Topics Covered: Map Search ─ Standard Search ─ Search Results ─ Mapping Tool / Map Explorer

Homesnap Webinar
FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2020, 11AM – 12PM
This Lecture Session is essential for Real Estate Participants, Subscribers and Clerical Users. Within this course you will learn how to input and revise listings within the Prospector MLS system, run agent productivity reports, explore the MetroList Information Center, and how to manage your individual SupraWEB accounts (your key and lockbox provider). Don’t forget to bring note taking supplies. No need to bring your laptop!
Topics Covered: MetroList Information Center – Listing Input – Listing Revise – SupraWEB – Reports

Realtor.com Professional Search Webinar
FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2020, 1 – 2PM
Realtor.com Professional Search (RPS), is a specialized data application exclusively for REALTORS that allow MetroList Participants and Subscribes the ability to access all REALTOR.com data in one single database. RPS includes millions active listings, across 650 MLSs, nationwide school, crime, lifestyle, transit and neighborhood information, and so much more! This webinar allows you the opportunity to learn tips on searching, mapping, and more. RPS is included for FREE with your MetroList subscription.

Mobile Webinar
FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2020, 3 – 4PM
Want to learn how to use MetroList on the go? This webinar will focus on how to get the most out of the MetroList mobile software program. Within this webinar we will focus on creating the Prospector Mobile Shortcut, running various searches, managing folders, modify listings and navigating our various other vendors, while searching on your mobile device!
Topics Covered
Module Overview ─ Searching ─ Saving ─ Carts ─ Links ─ Trends ─ Profile ─ Desktop Interface
Association Staff (530) 272-2627
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