C.A.R. stands ready to assist REALTORS® who have been impacted by the 2008 wildfires through its Disaster Relief Fund.  Grants provided by the fund are used to help members of the REALTOR® family -- REALTORS®, their staff, and Association members and their staff -- who have incurred substantial losses due to wildfires and other disasters by distributing grants of $1,000 to $10,000.

If you are a REALTOR® who has been impacted by the wildfires, you may make an application to request a grant from the C.A.R. Disaster Relief Fund by calling Elizabeth de Carteret at (213) 739-8308 or e-mail to: elizabethd@car.org.

Click here to find out more information, updates, helpful resources, and how you can help.

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Beverly Hills/Greater Los Angeles Association of REALTORS® offer ePUBS™ for WINForms® as a Member Benefit.  ePUBS™ for WINForms® is an add-on WINForms® library containing both consumer and mandated disclosure publications, including the Combined Hazards Book. The unique feature of ePUBS™ for WINForms® is the separate, two-page signature document that, when emailed in conjunction with the Combined Hazards Book, ensures compliance with California disclosure law and promotes good green practices.

For the first time in its 100-year history, the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (NAR) is sponsoring a float in the Tournament of Roses Parade.

REALTORS® are encouraged to help decorate the float, which is based on the story of the Swiss Family Robinson and highlights the importance of working together to accomplish a common goal.

The theme of this year’s parade is “Hats off to Entertainment” and Emmy® and Oscar® Award-winning actress Cloris Leachman will serve as the Grand Marshall.