Californians for Homeownership was founded in response to the Legislature’s call to fight local anti-housing policies and expand affordable housing for millions of Californians.
CARES is C.A.R’s philanthropic framework to amplify the work, coordinate fundraising and broaden support of C.A.R.’s four charitable causes – Housing Affordability Fund, Scholarship Foundation, Education Foundation, and Disaster Relief Fund.
HAF plays an active role in addressing the ongoing housing affordability challenges facing California.
Make A Donation to HAFC.A.R. stands ready to assist REALTORS® who have been impacted by wildfires through its Disaster Relief Fund and NAR's REALTORS® Relief Foundation.
California Disaster ResourcesScholarships for California students planning to pursue a career in real estate.
Find out more information on key diversity and inclusion programs and projects available.
Fair Housing Latino Professionals Network WomanUP!®New to the industry? YPN is a network to sharpen your skills, heighten your leadership, and connect with fellow REALTORS®.
Rising Star AwardDownload and share the official 2026 C.A.R. Member Benefits Guide.
NAR Member Discounts C.A.R. Insurance ProductsAs a C.A.R. member you may have questions about your association and the industry. Find the answers here.
New Member FAQs Glossary Service ProvidersC.A.R. provides tremendous member value through its innovative tools, services and education. Learn more about C.A.R. membership and dues and NAR membership and dues.
C.A.R.'s annual consumer advertising campaign creates awareness of the REALTOR® brand and demonstrates the many benefits of the consumer-REALTOR® relationship.
Smart Zone provides tools and insights necessary to convey your unique value proposition, effectively market your services, keep your clients abreast of current real estate market trends and help you achieve success in a dynamic industry.
C.A.R. is a statewide trade association dedicated to the advancement of professionalism in real estate.
Annual ReportThe CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® is committed to bring you tools and information to help you succeed. Here are some of the innovative tools, services and education C.A.R. provided to help you achieve your professional goals.
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News ReleasesDiscover rewarding job opportunities, a collaborative work culture, and meaningful ways to make an impact on an industry that matters.
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The purpose of the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Young Professionals Network is to facilitate
opportunities for involvement in Association leadership through education and networking.
Connect with C.A.R. YPN Year-Round
C.A.R. YPN comes together three times a year during the C.A.R. Business Meetings. The C.A.R. YPN Forum is open to all C.A.R. members, and we invite you to join us to connect, share ideas and stay involved with YPN across California.
You can also connect with us virtually through WakeUP! YPN, our quarterly virtual meetings designed to keep the YPN community connected between in-person gatherings. Registration links for upcoming WakeUP! YPN meetings will be available here, making it easy to join the conversation throughout the year.
Stay connected between meetings by joining our Facebook Group and following us on Instagram for the latest YPN news, events and opportunities to get involved.
Questions? Please contact Megan McDonald at [email protected] or (213) 739-7231.
Interested in becoming more involved in YPN and Association leadership? Apply to serve on the 2027 C.A.R. YPN Advisory Board by Friday, November 20, 2026.
The Advisory Board creates opportunities for members to become involved in Association leadership through education and networking while supporting local Association YPNs across California.
Advisory Board members are expected to:
2027 C.A.R. Business Meeting Dates
Winter Business Meetings
Tuesday, January 19 – Friday, January 22, 2027
Anaheim Marriott Hotel
Spring Business Meetings
Monday, April 26 – Friday, April 30, 2027
Hyatt Regency Sacramento, Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel, and Sacramento Convention Center
Fall Business Meetings
Sunday, September 26 – Thursday, September 30, 2027
Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center in Chula Vista
Travel Expenses
C.A.R. does not cover travel expenses for Advisory Board members attending C.A.R. Business Meetings. Local Associations may offer financial assistance, but funding is not guaranteed. Members should check directly with their local Association to determine whether travel support is available before making arrangements.
What’s in It for You?
Serving on the Advisory Board provides opportunities to build relationships with REALTORS® and YPN leaders from across California, become more involved in Association leadership, and learn more about C.A.R. and its programs.
Members also gain experience through event planning, outreach, communications, and other YPN initiatives while exchanging ideas and best practices with local YPNs throughout the state. These connections and experiences can help members strengthen their leadership skills, expand their network, and identify additional opportunities to get involved at both the local and state level.
