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In Memoriam: Mary Aileen Matheis 1926-2025

Orange County has lost a dedicated public servant, long-time popular elected official, attorney, realtor and devoted mother of seven. Mary Aileen Matheis died peacefully at home in Woodbridge on March 5. She was 98. Mary Aileen was well-known across Orange County for her 32 years of continuous

In Memoriam: Jerry Beusee 1939-2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jerry Beusee. Jerry was a consistent top producer and award-winning REALTOR® and worked for First Team Real Estate for 40 plus years. He will be greatly missed. Funeral and burial services will be held: Thursday, February 20 12:00 PM Mission

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.
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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

Nominations are Now Open for the Champions of Home Impact Awards!

The California Association of REALTORS®' (C.A.R.) Champions of Home Impact Awards are back and are ready to recognize REALTORS® who "have made a significant impact on their communities through volunteer efforts." The winner will receive: $5,000 donation to the non-profit organization 501(c)3 they

Help Those Impacted by the Fires by Donating to the C.A.R. Disaster Relief Fund

The fund was established in the wake of the devastating 2003 California wildfires, thanks to generous contributions from C.A.R., state and local REALTOR® associations and other contributors, and provides grants for REALTORS®, employees of REALTORS® and association staff. Please consider making a tax

Apply for 2026 NAR and C.A.R. Director Roles

STATE ALLOCATED NAR DIRECTOR APPLICATION AVAILABLE NOW Candidate Application For 2026 State Allocated NAR Director The application and supporting materials must be submitted to C.A.R. by Friday, February 28th, 2025. Members who wish to apply will need an Acknowledgement letter from OCR. C.A.R
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: Existing-Home Sales - February 2025

According to the National Association of REALTORS ® (NAR), February 2025 existing-home sales reached a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.26 million. This represented a 4.2% increase compared to the previous month but a slight decline of 1.2% year over year (YoY). The housing market saw an

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

In February 2025, the California Association of REALTORS ® (C.A.R.) reported a rebound in the Orange County housing market, with 886 existing single-family residences (SFR) sold. The median sale price for these homes was $1.43 million, with a median price per square foot of $711.32. Additionally

2025 Snapshot of Race and Home Buying in America

According to the National Association of REALTORS ® (NAR), Black homeownership rates in America had the largest annual increase among all races in 2025, reaching 45%. However, other races still have higher homeownership rates, with Hispanics at 51%, Asians at 63%, and whites at 72%. When it came to

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