SCCAR Office

In the first class in our four part Death of an Escrow series you will learn how to navigate the unique requirements of probate and trust sales, identify common risks and roadblocks, and apply practical solutions to keep transactions moving smoothly.

Speaker: Lisa Tyler, Senior Vice President of National Development WFG Title

Register - $15 members, $25 nonmembers

Series price is $40 - see the full line up here.

🏗️ Be in the Know About New Developments! 🏡

Join planners from the County of Santa Cruz, the City of Santa Cruz, Capitola, Scotts Valley, and Watsonville for an informative discussion on the future of our communities. Hear firsthand updates on upcoming building projects, housing developments, infrastructure improvements, long-range planning efforts, and special projects shaping our region.

This is a great opportunity to gain insight into what’s ahead for Santa Cruz County and how these changes may impact housing, growth, and our local communities.

Register (members $20, nonmembers $35)
If you are registered for the SCCP Series, this class is included, you do not need to register.

In the second class in our four part Death of an Escrow series  you will explore how life events and financial challenges can impact escrow transactions. Learn to identify potential roadblocks involving divorce settlements, liens, judgments, death, and debt-related issues, and discover the collaboration involved to resolve them before they jeopardize the closing.

Presenter: Old Republic Title Company panel, moderated by Suzanne Schmidt, Vice President | Sales Manager - Monterey &  Santa Cruz  Counties

• Brigid Heath, Escrow Officer - Santa Cruz Branch
• Leslie Alvarez, Escrow Officer – Capitola Branch
• Carolyn Chabot, Assistant Vice President, Escrow Operations Manager – Santa Cruz & Monterey Counties

Register - $15 members, $25 nonmembers

Series price is $40 - see the full line up here.

Explore real-world escrow claims and transaction failures, uncover the warning signs that can derail a deal, and learn practical strategies to prevent costly mistakes and keep transactions on track.

Presenter: Kevin Irot, Senior Title Officer, First American Title Company

Register - $15 members, $25 nonmembers

Ready to take your real estate career—and your leadership potential—to the next level? The Rising Star Academy is your opportunity to learn from the best, sharpen your skills, and accelerate your success.

Join us for a day of inspiration, education, networking, and leadership development featuring two engaging panel discussions—REALTOR® Hall of Experience and Top Producers Unplugged—alongside a dynamic Public Speaking Workshop led by Doris Pickering, founder of Silicon Valley Speaks.

Hear firsthand from top producers, veteran REALTORS®, and industry leaders; gain practical business and communication strategies; build valuable connections; and develop the confidence and leadership skills to elevate your business, community, and Association. Lunch is included.

Learn to recognize warning signs of wire fraud, elder financial abuse, and other transaction scams. Gain practical tools and best practices to protect vulnerable clients, safeguard funds, and help ensure a secure closing.

Presenter: Scott Heisey Stewart Title, V.P. of Operations Bay Area

Register - $15 members, $25 nonmembers

Encourages SCCAR Property Management members to join the forum where information and training will be via a committee meeting, a live presentation or DRE updates pertaining to Property Management and Trust accounts.