{"id":5256,"date":"2025-05-01T20:12:55","date_gmt":"2025-05-02T03:12:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/?p=5256"},"modified":"2025-05-07T20:15:30","modified_gmt":"2025-05-08T03:15:30","slug":"car-sacramento-legislative","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/05\/01\/2025\/car-sacramento-legislative\/","title":{"rendered":"From Fremont to Sacramento: My First CAR Legislative Day Experience 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"5256\" class=\"elementor elementor-5256\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-174745a e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"174745a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cc70251 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"cc70251\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"678\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Copy-of-C.A.R.-Legislative-Day-Experience-blog-Harv-Balu-HarvRealtor-1024x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-5259\" alt=\"CAR Legislative Day Experience-blog-Harv Balu-HarvRealtor\" srcset=\"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Copy-of-C.A.R.-Legislative-Day-Experience-blog-Harv-Balu-HarvRealtor-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Copy-of-C.A.R.-Legislative-Day-Experience-blog-Harv-Balu-HarvRealtor-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Copy-of-C.A.R.-Legislative-Day-Experience-blog-Harv-Balu-HarvRealtor-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Copy-of-C.A.R.-Legislative-Day-Experience-blog-Harv-Balu-HarvRealtor-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Copy-of-C.A.R.-Legislative-Day-Experience-blog-Harv-Balu-HarvRealtor.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 678px) 100vw, 678px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4800122 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4800122\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f30390 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8f30390\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><strong>A Memorable Road Trip with My Team at Sacramento CAR Legislative Day<\/strong><\/h4><p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">On Wednesday, April 30, 2025, I had the incredible opportunity to attend my very first <strong>California Association of REALTORS\u00ae (C.A.R.) Legislative Day<\/strong> in Sacramento. What made it even more special was that I got to experience it alongside my team from <strong>Realty Experts<\/strong> \u2014 Chuck, Sumii, and myself hit the road early in the morning, leaving <strong>Fremont<\/strong> while most of the Bay Area was still asleep.<\/p><p>The drive was filled with energy and great conversations. We talked about what we hoped to gain from the event and shared our expectations. With each mile, the excitement built. Arriving in Sacramento and seeing thousands of REALTORS\u00ae from across California gathering for a common cause was both humbling and empowering.<\/p><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5261\" src=\"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/20250430-Legislative-Day-35-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"C.A.R. Legislative Day Experience-blog-Harv Balu-HarvRealtor\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/20250430-Legislative-Day-35-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/20250430-Legislative-Day-35-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/20250430-Legislative-Day-35-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/20250430-Legislative-Day-35-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/20250430-Legislative-Day-35-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/20250430-Legislative-Day-35-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p><p><strong>Arriving in Sacramento: United with Purpose<\/strong><br \/>As we stepped into the <strong>Safe Credit Union Convention Center<\/strong>, we were welcomed by a wave of REALTOR\u00ae energy. Legislative Day 2025 was in full swing. It was amazing to see professionals from <strong>Los Angeles, San Diego, Central Valley, and all corners of California<\/strong> come together. It felt like a celebration of our shared mission: protecting homeowners, advocating for responsible growth, and promoting fair housing policies.<\/p><p>We kicked off the day with the <strong>C.A.R. Morning Briefing<\/strong>. The leadership team gave a powerful update on C.A.R.&#8217;s advocacy priorities and celebrated <strong>120 years<\/strong> of championing REALTOR\u00ae interests. It was inspiring to be part of such a legacy.<\/p><p><strong>Networking and New Connections<\/strong><br \/>Throughout the day, we had the chance to meet REALTORS\u00ae from all over the state. From big-city brokers to small-town agents, everyone brought unique stories and perspectives. I loved hearing how different communities handle zoning, ADUs, insurance, and first-time buyer challenges. It reminded me just how diverse California is \u2014 and how essential it is that we fight for <strong>local control<\/strong> over our neighborhoods.<\/p><p><strong>The Hot Topic: Opposing AB 647<\/strong><br \/>One of the major highlights was the discussion around <strong>AB 647<\/strong>, a proposed bill that would allow <strong>up to eight units<\/strong> to be built on <strong>any single-family lot<\/strong> through ministerial approval. This was a central concern for all of us.<\/p><p>C.A.R. is strongly <strong>opposing AB 647<\/strong>, and after learning the details, it became clear why. The bill:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li><p>Would overwhelm infrastructure not built for high-density housing.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Threatens the character and planning of single-family neighborhoods.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Removes off-street parking requirements, even in areas without strong public transit.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Favors corporate ownership over homeownership, creating more opportunities for investor takeovers.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>As REALTORS\u00ae, we understand the need for more housing. But AB 647 takes a <strong>one-size-fits-all<\/strong> approach that disregards community voices and creates more problems than solutions. The pink flyer we received at the event outlined these risks in detail, and it was a powerful reminder of why our advocacy matters.<\/p><p><strong>Beyond AB 647: Other Key Legislative Concerns<\/strong><br \/>While AB 647 was front and center, we also touched on other important topics like:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li><p>Expanding down payment assistance for first-time buyers<\/p><\/li><li><p>Addressing the insurance crisis in wildfire zones<\/p><\/li><li><p>Supporting ADU development with smart, localized policies<\/p><\/li><li><p>Encouraging affordable housing by converting underused commercial spaces<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>These conversations showed that C.A.R. isn&#8217;t just about saying &#8220;no&#8221; \u2014 we&#8217;re about crafting <strong>real, responsible solutions<\/strong> that benefit both homeowners and communities.<\/p><p><strong>#CARLegDay: Advocacy in Action<\/strong><br \/>Social media played a big role throughout the day. We were encouraged to post using <strong>#CARLegDay<\/strong> and follow <strong>@CAREALTORS<\/strong> and <strong>@CARGovAffairs<\/strong> on X (formerly Twitter). It was great to see REALTORS\u00ae sharing selfies, updates, and calls to action in real time. The digital buzz added to the momentum and helped amplify our message across California.<\/p><p><strong>A First-Time Experience I\u2019ll Never Forget<\/strong><br \/>As we wrapped up and drove back to Fremont, I reflected on everything we had learned and experienced. I felt more connected to the real estate community than ever before. Being part of Legislative Day with Chuck and Sumii was not only educational but truly meaningful. It reminded me that real estate is about more than transactions \u2014 it&#8217;s about protecting communities, shaping policy, and advocating for the people we serve.<\/p><p>Thank you for reading, and feel free to reach out if you&#8217;d like to learn more about Legislative Day or get involved. Let&#8217;s keep the momentum going and protect the communities we love!<\/p><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5260 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/20250430-Legislative-Day-23-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"C.A.R. 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Market Update:\u00a0<a title=\"Alameda County : Latest Inventory &amp; Market Update\" href=\"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/reports-by-cities\/alameda-county\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/Harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/reports-by-cities\/alameda-county\/<\/a><\/h5><h4><strong><a title=\"https:\/\/na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fsubscribe.car.org%2Fe%2F85202%2Fcacy-politicsnu-LegislativeDay%2F96d6cm%2F2675106855%2Fh%2FwnKnreELY0CMkB9eR2UHHMsfXjhw1UNoDw9nIJtWdoc&amp;data=05%7C02%7C%7C627d8032be3e425ab0f708dd77cc8141%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638798442404166780%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=5N51pGh5yUw5fUKNu22wxpmz1Wy5w6iP5%2BJVDp8NGrM%3D&amp;reserved=0\" contenteditable=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fsubscribe.car.org%2Fe%2F85202%2Fcacy-politicsnu-LegislativeDay%2F96d6cm%2F2675106855%2Fh%2FwnKnreELY0CMkB9eR2UHHMsfXjhw1UNoDw9nIJtWdoc&amp;data=05%7C02%7C%7C627d8032be3e425ab0f708dd77cc8141%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638798442404166780%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=5N51pGh5yUw5fUKNu22wxpmz1Wy5w6iP5%2BJVDp8NGrM%3D&amp;reserved=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">C.A.R.&#8217;s Legislative Day<\/a><\/strong><\/h4><h4>Short Link for this post:<\/h4><h5><a class=\"orb-link orb-typography link-card__info-container__short-url\" title=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/April-HomeMaint\" href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/April-HomeMaint\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/bit.ly\/April-HomeMaint<\/a><\/h5><div class=\"w-break-all\"><h5 class=\"ux-text\" data-version=\"2400.6\"><a title=\"https:\/\/HarvBalu.com\/maint0425\" href=\"https:\/\/harvbalu.com\/maint0425\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/HarvBalu.com\/maint0425<\/a><\/h5><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Memorable Road Trip with My Team at Sacramento CAR Legislative Day On Wednesday, April 30, 2025, I had the incredible opportunity to attend my very first California Association of REALTORS\u00ae (C.A.R.) Legislative Day in Sacramento. What made it even more special was that I got to experience it alongside my team from Realty Experts [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5261,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"sfsi_plus_gutenberg_text_before_share":"","sfsi_plus_gutenberg_show_text_before_share":"","sfsi_plus_gutenberg_icon_type":"","sfsi_plus_gutenberg_icon_alignemt":"","sfsi_plus_gutenburg_max_per_row":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[46,19],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5256","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-education","category-re-wisdom"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5256","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5256"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5256\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5269,"href":"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5256\/revisions\/5269"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5261"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5256"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5256"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/harvinder.dscloud.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5256"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}