On April 2, 2025, former CA Real Estate Commissioner Bell posted in LinkedIn the following: “I am pleased to announce my new affiliation with Real Estate Advocacy Alliance, LLC (REAAL), which was formed by my former California Department of Real Estate colleague, Tricia Parkhurst, and me, and established to provide value-added guidance and help for […]
Author Archive | Duane Gomer
I GOT AN AWARD
A couple weeks ago I emailed a short announcement about an award I received. Today, I want to elaborate a little. Orange County Realtors sent me the following email from Dave Stefanides: In the spirit of recognizing our members, I am proud to announce a new, esteemed class of members – our Hall of Legends. Our […]
ANOTHER LOOK AT OPEN HOUSES
FROM A TRUE PROFESSIONAL JIM CASEY AND NON-TRADITIONAL BROKERAGE Today, I want to highlight Jim Casey, a Burbank Realtor and a friend. Jim was a national speaker, and I attended many of his presentations at the National Association of Realtors, the California Association of Realtors, and other locations. He was one of the “really” great […]
C.A.R. RESPONDS TO CFA REPORT ON C.A.R. RESIDENTIAL LISTING AGREEMENT
The Consumer Federation of America has voiced concerns regarding the California Association of Realtors new forms. In wanting to always provide our students with the most updated information, we have continued to forward their articles to you. I believe it’s valuable for you to be aware of discussions and opinions from both sides, even when […]
CONSUMER FEDERATION OF AMERICA REPORT
The Consumer Federation of America has voiced concerns regarding the California Association of Realtors new forms. In wanting to always provide our students with the most updated information, we have continued to forward their articles to you. I believe it’s valuable for you to be aware of discussions and opinions from both sides, even when […]
NEW CA LAW ADDRESSES BUYER-BROKER AGREEMENTS
Stephanie Nguyen, Assemblymember from Sacramento area introduced a bill AB2992 in February to require all licensees in CA to use a Buyer Broker Agreement when selling single family residential property.
NEW DRE FEES AS OF JULY 1, 2024
Effective July 1, 2024, many of the California Department of Real Estate examinee, licensee, subdivider, and statutory/pre-license course provider fees are increasing.
CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE CREATES
“REDEMPTION RIGHT” FOR TRUSTEE
SALES OF RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES
FORECLOSURE UPDATE: SB 1079. On September 28, 2020, Senate Bill 1079 was signed into law. It granted a right of redemption or first refusal to purchase a foreclosed residential property to tenants, buyers intending to use the property as their residence, local governments, and other eligible buyers. It caused all one-unit to four-unit family dwellings […]
MUST-READ ARTICLES SERIES: Best Day to Sell
We hope this post finds you well. As part of our commitment to keeping you informed and inspired, we are excited to share a selection of these must-read articles. Simply click on the links to start reading. Sellers Get More For Their Home On The Upcoming ‘Best Day’ In the Housing Market… https://www.investopedia.com/sellers-get-more-for-their-home-on-upcoming-best-day-in-the-housing-market-8641990
MUST-READ ARTICLES SERIES: Online Notarization Legislation
We hope this post finds you well. As part of our commitment to keeping you informed and inspired, we are excited to share a selection of these must-read articles. Simply click on the links to start reading. Remote Online Notarization Legislation Supported by the CLTA… https://www.clta.org/news/637640/Remote-Online-Notarization-Legislation-Supported-by-the-CLTA.htm