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In Memoriam: Herbert Hoeschele 1934-2024

Herbert Hoeschele was a REALTOR® since 1974 and worked for C21 his whole career. Herbert held onto his REALTOR® status till the end as he was very proud of himself to be part of an organization for so long. He passed peacefully at the ripe age of 90 on 10/12/2024. He will be greatly missed.

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
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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

Nominate a Leader in Real Estate!

Nominate a Leader in Real Estate! Do you know someone—including yourself—who deserves to be honored in one of these ways? Nominations are due by January 31 at 5:00 PM. Award recipients will be announced at our Annual Membership Meeting on March 27. ________________________________________________
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Transfer your REALTOR Membership in 2024 for free

Transfer your primary membership to OCR in 2024 for FREE!*

Upgrade your REALTOR® membership and join the #1 largest local association in California! You can transfer now at no cost and start getting access to these premiere benefits immediately and much more. ■ Over 200 complimentary classes every year ■ Bi-monthly OC REALTOR® Magazine with industry news

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.
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

2024 Profile of Home Buyers and Home Sellers

The National Association of REALTORS® have released their 2024 Profile of Home Buyers and Home Sellers. The eight-chapter document includes characteristics of home buyers, characteristics of home purchased, the home search process, as well as many other topics that can assist you in your 2025

Housing Snapshot: Pending Home Sales - September 2024

In September 2024, the National Association of REALTORS ® (NAR) reported a notable increase in pending home sales, with the overall index rising to 75.8, reflecting a month-over-month (MoM) increase of 7.4%. The West region saw the highest MoM growth at 9.8%, bringing its index to 64.0. Meanwhile

Housing Snapshot: Existing-Home Sales - September 2024

In September 2024, existing-home sales totaled 3.84 million, reflecting a 1.0% decrease from the previous month and a 3.5% decline compared to the same time last year, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). The housing inventory stood at 4.3 months, slightly higher than the 3.4

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