New member orientation is required for all new REALTOR® members - and it’s a great way to get started! You’ll be introduced to SCCAR, C.A.R., and National benefits and resources, plus get a helpful overview of the Association, ethics, and industry advocacy. It’s everything you need to kick off your journey with confidence.

Make your reservation.

Special invite for new members! Check out our Agent Boot Camp Training Series in September, which is free for new members! ->> https://mysccar.org/wpress/new-agent-training-series

If you have questions, please contact Membership Director, Karen Kirwan at kkirwan@mysccar.org.

Part of our Agent Boot Camp series, but can be taken separately, topics include time management, conquering accountability, where business comes from and developing your own Vision Statement.

Instructor: Paul Bailey, Bailey Properties, Inc.

Series price: $99 - register

Individual class: $30 - register

SAFETY DAY FOR REAL ESTATE
Join our virtual Real Estate REvive session on REALTOR Safety, featuring essential safety topics every REALTOR should know.

This important session will cover cyber and personal safety, fire protection, and active shooter awareness—equipping you with practical knowledge to help make safety a priority in both your business and daily life.

Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to learn, prepare, and stay safe!

Topics:

Cyber Safety

Personal Safety

Wildfire Awareness

Free with RSVP!

Part of our Agent Boot Camp series, but can be taken separately, in this class you will get the tools to confidently guide buyers from first contact to closing. This course covers lead generation, negotiations, contracts, timelines, and closing, plus key insights into buyer financing, loan programs, interest rates, lender terminology, and insurance.

Instructors:
Brandi Jones, KW Thrive
Ryan Buckholdt, CrossCountry Mortgage

Series price: $99 – register

Individual class: $30 – register

Get the latest insights on where the market is headed. Jordan will break down home sales, price trends, interest rate expectations, and the economic forces shaping California and Bay Area real estate—so you can stay informed and ahead of the market.

Presenter: Jordan Levine, C.A.R.'s SVP & Chief Economist

Registration:

Member early bird: $30 until 9/1 ($40 after)
Nonmember early bird: $40 until 9/1 ($50 after)

Learn about listing agreements, compensation, disclosures and contracts, marketing/open houses, and listing presentations with value-add.

Instructor: Greg Mann, Coldwell Banker Realty

Register ($30 members only)

Learn more about our Agent Boot Camp series!

Big changes to the appraisal process are coming November 1. Learn how the updates will affect costs, timelines, data collection, and your transactions, plus best practices to help agents prepare.

We’ll also tackle the appraisal challenges unique to Santa Cruz County, including micro-markets, difficult comps, ocean views and location, ADUs, acreage, unique properties, and low appraisals—and discuss what information agents can provide to help support an accurate valuation.

Speakers:

Kristina Campbell, Coast Home Appraisal
Andrea Silva, eXp Realty (REALTOR & Appraiser)
Steve McElyea, Monterey Bay Appraisal Service

Register ($15 members, $15 nonmembers)

Attendees will get an overview of the RPA (Residential Purchase Agreement) as it related to mandatory disclosures and contractual timeframes; specifically the Transfer Disclosure Statement (TDS) and Seller Property Questionnaire (SBQ).

Instructor:
Renee Mello, KW Thrive Santa Cruz

Register ($30 members only)

Learn more about our Agent Boot Camp series!