Empowering REALTORS, Enriching Communities
CCAR is a leading REALTOR trade association, based in the San Francisco Bay Area. We are proud to be part of the largest professional trade association in the United States, the National Association of REALTORS (NAR), and the statewide organization, the California Association of REALTORS (C.A.R.). At CCAR, we are dedicated to serving our members and the communities in which they live and work.
Our Members
CCAR REALTOR and Affiliate members are trusted experts in local real estate, representing homebuyers and sellers in one of the most desirable places to live in the United States. Our members are industry leaders and serve the local community through volunteerism, civic leadership and a robust philanthropic outreach program. They are as diverse as the communities in which they live and work, and are committed to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
Our Mission
CCAR's mission is to be the leading resource and advocate for real estate professionals and the communities we serve. Our innovative MLS is the engine behind the local residential real estate market and provides REALTORS and their clients with access to thousands of properties both within and well beyond the East Bay Area. At CCAR, we are committed to providing our members with innovative products and resources to help them excel in their businesses and serve the community with integrity, professionalism and state-of-the-art real estate technology.
Community Involvement
CCAR REALTORS and Affiliates are leaders in the real estate industry and generous contributors to a wide range of charitable institutions such as local food banks and crisis centers, the CCAR Scholarship Foundation which provides annual grants to college and university students, and a Helping Hands financial assistance program that helps subsidize members and families in crisis. Through our community involvement, we are committed to making a positive impact in the communities we serve.
Education and Training
At CCAR, we are committed to creating an enriching professional environment in which members can advance their careers at a pace that fits their individual needs and interests. Our coursework includes basic skills/technology training along with a variety of accelerated programs to help augment members' professional competency and refine their individual niche expertise. We also provide access to innovative technology tools and resources to help members grow their businesses, manage transactions, market listings and access tens of thousands of property listings and other real estate professionals.
Membership Benefits
CCAR membership is a valuable investment in your career, providing hundreds of time- and money-saving benefits and services and important advocacy programs that support REALTORS and the communities they serve. Our membership benefits include access to NAR, C.A.R., and CCAR resources and services, including the CCAR MLS, professional development and education programs, networking opportunities, and advocacy programs.
Join CCAR
If you are a REALTOR or affiliate in the San Francisco Bay Area, we invite you to join CCAR and become a part of our vibrant and supportive community. With our commitment to professionalism, innovation, and community leadership, CCAR is the premier REALTOR trade association in the East Bay Area. Contact us today to learn more about the benefits of CCAR membership.
Positive Experience
The majority of reviewers have had a positive experience with the Contra Costa Association of Realtors (CCAR). They praise the association's staff, citing them as being "amazing", "attentive", "helpful", and "friendly". Reviewers have appreciated the association's commitment to providing high-quality education, latest technology, and excellent services for local real estate professionals. They feel proud to be members of the association and appreciate the opportunities it provides for networking, learning from industry experts, and gaining access to valuable resources.
Negative Experience
On the other hand, a few reviewers have had a negative experience with CCAR. They have expressed disappointment with the customer service, citing long wait times, unhelpfulness, and a sense of being ignored or dismissed. One reviewer even left without getting any help, feeling that the association was not worth the membership fee.