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Applications for C.A.R. Honorary Member for Life are due by Friday, September 11, 2026. If you are 75 years of age, have been a continuous REALTOR member of an Association for at least 25 years, and are currently a SAMCAR member, you qualify for C.A.R.'s Honorary Member-for-Life status. If you qualify, please contact Rachel McGonegal at SAMCAR to apply. (Brokers and office managers, please bring this notice to the attention of any of your agents who may qualify.)

SAMCAR Members have exclusive access the Columbia Sportswear Employee Stores in Richmond and Union City from August 7, 2026 through August 30, 2026 for their ANNUAL SUMMER SALE -- up to 70% off new apparel and gear! Learn more about how to access this exclusive offer.

Please welcome the newest REALTORS and Affiliate members of SAMCAR who joined in July 2026.

Meet the newest members of the SAMCAR Board of Directors who will begin their three-year term on January 1, 2027: Jim Enes and Jean Joh.

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, August 25 at 2 PM at the SAMCAR office.

It is with profound sadness that we inform our members that Phil Houston has passed away. He joined the association on 10/02/91 with RE/MAX Mid-Peninsula then RE/MAX Dolphin and later Coldwell Banker, Pacific Union, KMS Investments, and most recently, Compass in Burlingame. Phil served as the twentieth President of SAMCAR in 2014 and in numerous committee and leadership roles. He was an exceptionally dedicated volunteer, having served as Treasurer, Region 25 Chair, and a director at the local and state level for several terms. Most recently, his expertise and perspective served the interest of his fellow members as an advisor on the Supra contract negotiation task force. In 2025, he achieved California Association of REALTORS Honorary Member-for-Life status. SAMCAR was notified of Phil's passing by longtime colleague, friend, and past president Olivia Edwards who was given permission by his family to share this announcement. A funeral service was held on June 18, 2026 followed by a Celebration of Life on July 10, 2026.

It is with sadness that we inform our members that Victor Catanzaro has passed away. He joined the association on 09/28/72 and was the designated broker for Wall Street Properties. Victor was an association member for 53 years and was granted REALTOR Emeritus status by the National Association of Realtors in 2012. SAMCAR was notified of Victor's passing by his wife.

On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, the San Mateo County Association of REALTORS (SAMCAR) conducted its second New Member Orientation program of the year, officially swearing in 27 new Realtor members and welcoming an informative roster of guest presenters. Read more to meet your newest Realtor colleagues.

Chicago (April 10, 2026) – The National Association of REALTORS® (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® et al., since NAR's settlement in Tuccori is intended to release the claims in the Batton case.

On Thursday, March 19 at the 2026 Annual Meeting, SAMCAR recognized recipients of the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (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.

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.

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.