http://www.samcar.org/posts/ San Mateo County Association of REALTORS en-us Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:59:20 GMT Copyright 2026, San Mateo County Association of REALTORS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss SunStar Media - https://www.sunstarmedia.com/ samcar@samcar.org samcar@samcar.org 60 https://www.samcar.org/bowl26/ https://www.samcar.org/bowl26/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The popular SAMCAR Bowl-O-Rama Fundraiser is happening NEXT WEEK -- Thursday, June 11 -- at Bel Mateo Bowl! Join us for 2-hours of bowling —or cheering on your favorite teams as a spectator —enjoy pizza, beer, soda, amazing prizes and more all to benefit the SAMCAR Foundation! https://www.samcar.org/posts/concerns-raised-over-rule-9-6-timeline-ahead-of-june-10-air-district/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/concerns-raised-over-rule-9-6-timeline-ahead-of-june-10-air-district/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT As the Bay Area Air District prepares for its June 10, 2026 Stationary Source Committee meeting and mid-year regulatory update, concerns are being raised about the timeline for implementing Rule 9-6, which would ban new natural gas water heaters beginning on January 1, 2027 and gas furnaces on January 1, 2029. SAMCAR and a coalition of bay area organizations are calling for a 2030 delay to ensure a more complete evaluation of costs and infrastructure readiness before mandates take effect. https://www.samcar.org/posts/samcar-members-join-congressman-mullin-at-be-the-wave-fundraiser/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/samcar-members-join-congressman-mullin-at-be-the-wave-fundraiser/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT On Monday, June 1, 2026, members of the San Mateo County Association of REALTORS (SAMCAR) attended the Kevin Mullin for Congress Birthday Fundraiser. Billed as "Be the Wave," this fundraising event was an opportunity for SAMCAR members to meet with Congressmember Kevin Mullin and learn more about his efforts to improve our local economy, get input from organizations like SAMCAR, and federal funding for infrastructure projects in San Mateo County. https://www.samcar.org/posts/new-supra-ekey-features-coming-for-samcar-keyholders/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/new-supra-ekey-features-coming-for-samcar-keyholders/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT Starting June 4, 2026 SAMCAR will be providing our Supra keyholders with next-level eKEY app service as an upgrade included with your annual key service. Your key will automatically update to the new service levelS—upra eKEY Professional. No additional action is required of you. Just start using the new Supra eKEY Pro App. Keyholders will also be able to control who and when can gain property access, such as plumbers, contractors, etc. with Single Access. Read more to learn about these new feature upgrades to your Supra eKEY service with SAMCAR. https://www.samcar.org/posts/areaa-the-shift-ai-consumers-and-the-next-move/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/areaa-the-shift-ai-consumers-and-the-next-move/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT AREAA San Francisco Peninsula and Catchouse invite you to "The Shift," a program featuring national Speakers, cocktails, food, and giveaways. AI Search like ChatGPT and Gemini is changing how consumers discover and choose agents. This event is built to help agents understand what's coming, how to position themselves, and how to win in the AI era. https://www.samcar.org/marketingmeeting/ https://www.samcar.org/marketingmeeting/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT SAMCAR Members are invited to join our weekly Marketing Meeting each Tuesday morning on Zoom. These meetings are your chance to gain valuable knowledge from informative presentations, network with your colleagues, and share your listings. Presentation: Thomas Williams, City Manager, City of Millbrae https://www.samcar.org/posts/areaa-blueprint-to-commercial-real-estate/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/areaa-blueprint-to-commercial-real-estate/ Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT AREAA San Francisco Peninsula chapter invites you to join industry professionals, lenders, investors, and real estate experts as they share practical strategies, personal experiences, and actionable knowledge to help attendees confidently navigate commercial real estate investing while building long-term financial success. Hosted in partnership with Blue Ocean Property Group, this educational and networking event is designed for aspiring and experienced real estate investors looking to gain valuable insights into the world of commercial real estate. https://www.samcar.org/posts/redwood-city-rent-control-measure-qualifies-for-november-ballot/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/redwood-city-rent-control-measure-qualifies-for-november-ballot/ Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT A proposed rent control initiative introduced by a local organizing group, not the city council, has officially qualified for the November 2026 ballot in Redwood City, setting the stage for a major local campaign over housing policy and affordability. https://www.samcar.org/candidate27/ https://www.samcar.org/candidate27/ Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT There are two (2) open positions for REALTORS to serve a three-year term on the SAMCAR Board of Directors beginning January 1, 2027. The deadline to submit an application and candidate statement is Friday, July 10 at 5:00 PM. https://www.samcar.org/posts/join-anytime-sales-momentum-mastermind-with-olivia-edwards/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/join-anytime-sales-momentum-mastermind-with-olivia-edwards/ Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT SAMCAR Sponsor Olivia Edwards invites you to an ongoing 10-week mastermind series taking place on Wednesday afternoons at SAMCAR. Sign up to join any time —you don't have to wait to start! Most professionals are busy but still feel behind. And they don't know why. For sales professionals ready to get back on track and move forward with clarity. This is not a lecture-style class. Read more to learn about the focus of these sessions and how to reserve your spot. Curious if it's a fit? Olivia invites you to attend a session as a guest... https://www.samcar.org/raw-2026/ https://www.samcar.org/raw-2026/ Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT SAMCAR is proud to announce the launch of our Realtor and Affiliate Wellness (RAW) Group, a program of the San Mateo County Association of REALTORS. RAW is a recovery-inspired support network designed to provide a safe, confidential space for members to share their experience, strength, and hope. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 30 at 2 PM at the SAMCAR office. https://www.samcar.org/posts/realtor-party-samcar-helps-half-moon-bay-end-failed-rental-policies/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/realtor-party-samcar-helps-half-moon-bay-end-failed-rental-policies/ Fri, 22 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT The National Association of REALTORS' REALTOR Party recently highlighted the repeal of Half Moon Bay's rent stabilization and rental registry policies as a Success Story highlighting SAMCAR efforts to pursue a disciplined, relationship-based advocacy strategy grounded in data, local experience, and constructive solutions. A significant upshot of this result is that even when rent control policies are already in place, they are not irreversible. REALTOR associations can play a decisive role by staying engaged after adoption, monitoring program outcomes, electing more supportive candidates, and using credible data to demonstrate when policies fail to meet their goals. https://www.samcar.org/posts/bay-area-air-district-delays-water-heater-ban-amid-rising-concerns/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/bay-area-air-district-delays-water-heater-ban-amid-rising-concerns/ Wed, 20 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT SAMCAR members should continue paying close attention to the Bay Area Air District's controversial mandate banning the sale and installation of natural gas water heaters beginning on January 1, 2027, followed by gas furnaces on January 1, 2029. While the regional board recently approved a nine-month delay to the water heater ban, serious concerns remain about the financial impact this policy will place on homeowners, housing providers, and renters in the Bay Area, including throughout San Mateo County. https://www.samcar.org/posts/webinar-level-up-with-rpr-fundamentals/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/webinar-level-up-with-rpr-fundamentals/ Tue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT Welcome to your all-in-one data platform! RPR covers every aspect of your business. From finding the best options for your buyers, to serving sellers with advanced research, to prospecting with current market trends, to beautiful client reports …and so much more! In this introductory class, NAR RPR trainers will provide an overview of RPR's most popular tools and data sets. https://www.samcar.org/homesales/202604/ https://www.samcar.org/homesales/202604/ Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT The monthly San Mateo County home sales reports and infographic for APRIL 2026, with data from MLSListings, Inc., are now available for you to share on your social media, e-mail and other marketing. https://www.samcar.org/posts/legislative-day-connects-realtors-with-state-leaders/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/legislative-day-connects-realtors-with-state-leaders/ Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT Legislative Day is the California Association of Realtors signature legislative event. And legislative Day 2026 did not disappoint. Over 2,500 California REALTORS descended on the state capitol during the C.A.R. Spring Business Meetings and took advantage of the opportunity to meet and discuss real estate related issues directly with their state legislators and staff. Read more about SAMCAR's participation in Legislative Day including hot topics and legislation and meetings with elected officials. https://www.samcar.org/posts/middle-class-homeownership-act-qualifies-for-the-ballot/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/middle-class-homeownership-act-qualifies-for-the-ballot/ Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT April 22, 2026 —The CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS (C.A.R.) announced that the Middle-Class Homeownership Act has officially qualified for the state's November ballot as part of the campaign to build new housing and make home loans affordable for middle-class Californians. This measure enables middle-income Californians to purchase a new home with only 3% down, while spurring a wave of new home construction –at no cost to taxpayers. Read more to learn about the key aspects of the measure. https://www.samcar.org/ekey2026/ https://www.samcar.org/ekey2026/ Mon, 04 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT The annual Supra key fee payment is due by June 30, 2026. All Supra eKEY app users must pay this fee in order to retain key service. A $50 Late Fee will apply after June 30, 2026. Unpaid EKEYS will be INACTIVATED on July 1, 2026. (As a reminder, SAMCAR does NOT store member credit card information. Therefore, to pay this fee, you must log in to your account to view and pay your bill. Payment will NOT occur automatically.) THANK YOU IF YOU HAVE ALREADY PAID YOUR 2026/2027 EKEY FEE! https://www.samcar.org/posts/mls-podcast-legislative-updates-with-fernando-pena/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/mls-podcast-legislative-updates-with-fernando-pena/ Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT Staying informed on legislative changes is key to supporting your clients and business. In this latest podcast episode, SAMCAR Government Affairs Director Fernando Peña shares insights into current policy discussions impacting real estate across the region. https://www.samcar.org/posts/nar-reaches-settlement-to-resolve-nationwide-homebuyer-claims/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/nar-reaches-settlement-to-resolve-nationwide-homebuyer-claims/ Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT Chicago (April 10, 2026) –The National Association of REALTORS(R) (NAR) today announced a settlement agreement that would resolve claims brought by homebuyers in the case of Tuccori et al. v. At World Properties et al., a class-action antitrust lawsuit related to buyer-agent commissions. In connection with this agreement, and given the substantially similar allegations, NAR will seek a stay in Batton et al. v. National Association of REALTORS(R) et al., since NAR's settlement in Tuccori is intended to release the claims in the Batton case. https://www.samcar.org/homesales/2026q1/ https://www.samcar.org/homesales/2026q1/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT The quarterly San Mateo County home sales reports and infographic for FIRST QUARTER (Q1) 2026, with data from MLSListings, Inc., are now available for you to share on your social media, e-mail and other marketing. https://www.samcar.org/homesales/202603/ https://www.samcar.org/homesales/202603/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT The monthly San Mateo County home sales reports and infographic for MARCH 2026, with data from MLSListings, Inc., are now available for you to share on your social media, e-mail and other marketing. https://www.samcar.org/posts/2026-honorary-members-recognized-at-annual-meeting/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/2026-honorary-members-recognized-at-annual-meeting/ Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT On Thursday, March 19 at the 2026 Annual Meeting, SAMCAR recognized recipients of the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS(R) (C.A.R.) Honorary Member-for-Life status, acknowledging their achievement of this prestigious membership distinction. Read more for a brief recap of the meeting, photos, and the full list of 2026 C.A.R. Honorary Member-for-Life recipients. https://www.samcar.org/posts/half-moon-bay-repeals-rent-stabilization-and-registry/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/half-moon-bay-repeals-rent-stabilization-and-registry/ Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT On March 17, 2026, the Half Moon Bay City Council made a rare and significant decision voting 32– to repeal both the rent stabilization and rental registry programs. "Programs that were already in place were repealed," emphasized SAMCAR Government Affairs Director Fernando Peña. "That does not happen often." This outcome reflects months of focused advocacy led by SAMCAR on behalf of homeowners, Realtors, property managers, and housing providers in Half Moon Bay and the surrounding unincorporated communities -- the very individuals who make up the backbone of the local rental housing market. https://www.samcar.org/posts/samcar-welcomes-new-realtors-at-orientation-program-mar-2026/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/samcar-welcomes-new-realtors-at-orientation-program-mar-2026/ Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT On Tuesday, March 10, 2026, the San Mateo County Association of REALTORS (SAMCAR) conducted its first New Member Orientation program of the year, officially swearing in 22 new Realtor members and welcoming an informative roster of guest presenters. Read more to meet your newest Realtor colleagues. https://www.samcar.org/homesales/202602/ https://www.samcar.org/homesales/202602/ Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT The monthly San Mateo County home sales reports and infographic for FEBRUARY 2026, with data from MLSListings, Inc., are now available for you to share on your social media, e-mail and other marketing. https://www.samcar.org/posts/car-2026-gubernatorial-forum/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/car-2026-gubernatorial-forum/ Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT SACRAMENTO, Calif. (March 6) -- Homeownership emerged as a defining issue in California's 2026 gubernatorial race as six leading candidates gathered in Sacramento for the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS (C.A.R.) 2026 Homeownership Matters Gubernatorial Forum, focused on expanding pathways to ownership across the state. Watch the recorded forum on https://www.car.org/meetings/livestream https://www.samcar.org/posts/the-realtor-brand-and-your-hard-work-go-on-display/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/the-realtor-brand-and-your-hard-work-go-on-display/ Fri, 27 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT The National Association of REALTORS' 2026 consumer ad campaign, More Than Opening Doors, launched February 24 and gives consumers a playful behind-the-scenes look at all you to do bring buyers and sellers to the closing table. NAR's consumer ad campaign to elevate the REALTOR brand is driven by data and now featured on video, audio and social channels. It shows how NAR members protect their clients with expertise and professionalism, well beyond the property search. https://www.samcar.org/posts/nar-rpr-training-webinars/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/nar-rpr-training-webinars/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) REALTORS Property Resource (RPR) is the nation's largest property database, exclusively for REALTORS. RPR puts data, tools, and reports at your fingertips so you can respond to questions and requests instantly, and position yourself as an essential part of every transaction. RPR offers everything you need to "wow" your clients and close more deals. Read more for a schedule of upcoming training webinars and resources to help you utilize this powerful suite. https://www.samcar.org/posts/in-memoriam/bill-haskins/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/in-memoriam/bill-haskins/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT It is with sadness that we inform our members that Bill Haskins passed away. He joined the association on 04/05/82 and was broker associate with Omarshall, Inc. Bill obtained his salesperson license in 1976, broker license in 1979, and first joined the Pacific-Half Moon Bay Board of Realtors in 1982. He was a member of SAMCAR for 31 years and had achieved National Association of REALTORS (NAR) Realtor Emeritus status in 2018. SAMCAR was notified of Bill's passing by longtime friend and colleague, Frank Vella. A funeral mass will be held Friday, April 10 at 10:30 AM at St. Roberts Catholic Church. https://www.samcar.org/posts/in-memoriam/jeanne-garde/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/in-memoriam/jeanne-garde/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT It is with great sadness that we inform our members that Jeanne Garde has passed away. She joined the association 01/13/84 and was the longtime manager of the brokerage formerly known as Today Sotheby's (previously RE/MAX Today), serving as the ninth President of SAMCAR in 2003 and in numerous committee and leadership roles before her retirement in 2020. SAMCAR was notified of Jeanne's passing by her former brokerage, Golden Gate Sotheby's. She is survived by her husband, Jim Meader, also a SAMCAR Past President (2001). https://www.samcar.org/installation26/recap/ https://www.samcar.org/installation26/recap/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT The 2026 President of the San Mateo County Association of REALTORS (SAMCAR), Linda Crose-Andersen, and Board of Directors were ceremonially sworn into their term by Installation Officer, 2026 California Association of REALTORS (C.A.R.) President Tamara Suminski, at SAMCAR's 2026 Installation on Friday, February 6, 2026 at the Oceano Hotel in Half Moon Bay. Also honored were SAMCAR's Past Presidents, Outgoing Directors and Committee Chairs, and award winners for 2025 REALTOR of the Year, Affiliate of the Year, Community Service, and Homeowner Hero Awards. https://www.samcar.org/posts/sfar-sprinkler-retrofit-petition/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/sfar-sprinkler-retrofit-petition/ Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT The San Francisco Association of REALTORS (SFAR) is mobilizing Realtors and their clients to push for major changes and paused implementation of the SF Fire Sprinkler Retrofit mandate. SFAR has put together a petition for Realtors and their clients to sign asking the Mayor and Board of Supervisors to form a Technical Advisory Committee of experts to review the feasibility of the mandate, recommend major changes and exemptions, and to stop implementation and enforcement until the committee has released its findings. https://www.samcar.org/posts/in-memoriam/joan-ryan/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/in-memoriam/joan-ryan/ Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT It is with sadness that we inform our members that Joan Ryan has passed away. Ryan was the first executive officer of the San Mateo County Association of REALTORS (SAMCAR) after the merger of four local boards in 1995. She led the association until 1998 upon her retirement. Prior to her role as SAMCAR CEO, she was the executive of the former North Board from 1981 until the formation of SAMCAR. https://www.samcar.org/homesales/202601/ https://www.samcar.org/homesales/202601/ Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT The monthly San Mateo County home sales reports and infographic for JANUARY 2026, with data from MLSListings, Inc., are now available for you to share on your social media, e-mail and other marketing. https://www.samcar.org/posts/in-memoriam/susan-wang/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/in-memoriam/susan-wang/ Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT It is with sadness that we inform our members that Susan Wang has passed away. She joined the association on 01/25/88 and was with the Coldwell Banker San Carlos and San Mateo offices. SAMCAR was notified of Susan's passing by her brokerage. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, February 20 at 3 PM at the San Mateo Buddhist Temple on S Claremont. https://www.samcar.org/posts/mlslistings-online-training-calendar/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/mlslistings-online-training-calendar/ Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT MLSListings offers daily training webinars as well as an on-demand video library posted on YouTube. Read more for the schedule of MLSListings upcoming online training webinars. https://www.samcar.org/posts/in-memoriam/eddie-chow/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/in-memoriam/eddie-chow/ Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT It is with sadness that we inform our members that Eddie Chow passed away in April 2025. He joined the association on 01/08/76 and was the Broker of Ed Chow & Company. SAMCAR was notified of Eddie's passing by his family. https://www.samcar.org/2025homesales/ https://www.samcar.org/2025homesales/ Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT San Mateo County home sales reports and infographics (with data from MLSListings, Inc.) for all of 2025 are available for you to share on your social media, e-mail and other marketing (remember to use the hashtag #SAMCARStats when sharing on social media). https://www.samcar.org/posts/nar-statement-on-institutional-buyers/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/nar-statement-on-institutional-buyers/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT On Wednesday, January 7, 2026, President Trump shared via a Truth Social post that his administration is "taking steps to ban large institutional investors from buying more single-family homes" and "will be calling on Congress to codify it". The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) to issued a statement from Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy Officer Shannon McGahn, sharing that NAR "is encouraged that the administration and members of Congress are focused on addressing the nation's housing affordability and supply crises. We share the goal of ensuring there are enough places for people to live and of expanding access to homeownershipe—specially for first-time buyersa—nd ensuring that housing policy strengthens communities rather than limiting opportunity." Read more for additional data and reporting on the impact of institutional buyers on the housing market. https://www.samcar.org/homesales/2025q4/ https://www.samcar.org/homesales/2025q4/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT The quarterly San Mateo County home sales reports and infographic for FOURTH QUARTER (Q4) 2025, with data from MLSListings, Inc., are now available for you to share on your social media, e-mail and other marketing. https://www.samcar.org/posts/car-chief-economist-jordan-levine-california-housing-update/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/car-chief-economist-jordan-levine-california-housing-update/ Tue, 06 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT On Tuesday, January 6, 2026, C.A.R. Chief Economist Jordan Levine shared a California Housing Market Update presentation at the SAMCAR Marketing Meeting on Zoom. Read more to download the slide presentation. https://www.samcar.org/posts/government-affairs-champions-honored-at-committee-luncheon-2025/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/government-affairs-champions-honored-at-committee-luncheon-2025/ Tue, 30 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT On Wednesday, December 17, 2025 SAMCAR members from the Peninsula, Coastside, and Pacifica Government Affairs Committee gathered at the SAMCAR office for a special holiday luncheon to celebrate accomplishments addressing advocacy issues throughout the year. Lee Ginsburg (Intero Real Estate), Frank Vella (Starboard Commercial Real Estate), and Judy Taylor (Compass) were honored as the 2025 SAMCAR Government Affairs Champions for their dedication to advancing private property rights and advocating politically on behalf of Realtors and housing providers in San Mateo County. https://www.samcar.org/2025highlights/ https://www.samcar.org/2025highlights/ Tue, 30 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT "As the year comes to a close, I want to take an opportunity to thank you all for putting your trust in me to lead SAMCAR in 2025. We share some remarkable achievements this year thanks to our collective efforts..." (Read more for a special farewell message from 2025 SAMCAR President Frank Vella, including key highlights from this year at SAMCAR.) https://www.samcar.org/posts/samcar-foundation-donates-over-36-000-in-2025/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/samcar-foundation-donates-over-36-000-in-2025/ Fri, 26 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT In 2025, the SAMCAR Foundation awarded more than $36,000 in grants and donations to a dozen charities in San Mateo County thanks in large part to the generous support of SAMCAR members and sponsors. Read more for a detailed report of 2025 charitable giving. https://www.samcar.org/holidayauction2025/recap/ https://www.samcar.org/holidayauction2025/recap/ Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT On Tuesday, December 9, the SAMCAR Foundation Council, Marketing Meetings and Special Events Committees hosted the fifth annual "Judy Ploshay Memorial Holiday Auction" at the Monterra Credit Union corporate headquarters in Redwood City, treating guests to breakfast sponsored by Janet Pepe Davis, and lively bidding with auctioneer Alan Kirth for a chance to take home auction items donated by SAMCAR members and local businesses, and support several beneficiary charities. The auction raised over thirteen thousand dollars in total for several beneficiary charities: Second Harvest of Silicon Valley, St. Anthony's Padua Dining Room, Coastside Hope, Pacifica Resource Center, San Carlos Education Foundation, SchoolForce Belmont-Redwood Shores Public School Foundation. https://www.samcar.org/strategic-plan/2026-2028/ https://www.samcar.org/strategic-plan/2026-2028/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT The SAMCAR Board of Directors adopted the 2026-2028 Strategic Plan at their November 2025 meeting, subsequent to a Strategic Planning retreat in October 2025. The three-year plan focuses on strategic initiatives that broadly align with key priorities: direct engagement (the "go to the people" initiatives), thought leadership (competence and content strategy), and procedural integrity (evaluating, rationalizing and documenting). Read more to view the entire plan and track progress. https://www.samcar.org/posts/2026-holidays/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/2026-holidays/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT The SAMCAR office will be closed and staff will be offline on the following holidays in 2026. When the holiday falls on a Monday, the Tour Sheet deadline is 12 PM on the prior Friday. https://www.samcar.org/posts/san-mateo-adopts-state-law-tenant-protections/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/san-mateo-adopts-state-law-tenant-protections/ Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT On Monday, November 17, 2025, the San Mateo City Council voted to pass two local ordinances dealing with policies extending state law provisions to include relocation assistance for no-fault evictions for tenants with a tenure of less than a year from 12 months to 11 months and adhere to requirements for property owners to notify tenants displaced due to substantial rehabilitation when the new or substantially remodeled unit becomes available. Thank you to all the SAMCAR members who made your voices heard, calling on the council to direct staff to focus instead on building on the successful emergency rental assistance program, align ordinances to what is already found in State law, increase housing supply, tackle restrictive permitting, and educate both renters and housing providers on the numerous resources available in the community. https://www.samcar.org/posts/car-installs-2026-leadership-team/ https://www.samcar.org/posts/car-installs-2026-leadership-team/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT LOS ANGELES (Nov. 18) –The CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS(R) (C.A.R.) has installed its 2026 Leadership Team. C.A.R. President Tamara Suminski, a Southern California real estate broker, will lead the team. Serving with Suminski are President-elect Mark Peterson, Treasurer Nikki Coppa and Chief Executive Officer Phil Hawkins. The 2026 officers begin their official term this week at the close of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS(R)' (NAR) Conference and Expo held in Houston, Texas. (Read the full press release on the C.A.R. website.)