As a C.A.R. Director representing the San Diego Association of REALTORS®, you play a critical role in shaping the future of real estate in California. This Leadership Hub is your digital toolkit, providing everything from meeting schedules to travel tips and key contacts. Whether you are new to the role or a returning leader, you’ll find the guidance and resources you need to succeed.

For direct support, reach out to:
Janelle Morrow – Event & Leadership Liaison
[email protected]

Your Role as a C.A.R. Director

As a C.A.R. Director, you serve as a vital conduit between the California Association of REALTORS® and your local association, SDAR. You are entrusted with:

• Voting on state-level real estate policies
• Representing the interests of San Diego REALTORS®
• Attending all required business meetings and caucuses
• Keeping informed on legislation, housing policy, and real estate trends
• Reporting back to SDAR on important C.A.R. actions

Being an effective Director means showing up—prepared, informed, and ready to advocate on behalf of your fellow REALTORS®.

Apply to be on a C.A.R. Committee today!
​​​​​​​Deadline to apply is July 31st

Meeting Calendar & Key Dates

• C.A.R. Business Meetings:
  Rotating locations throughout California, including Los Angeles, Sacramento, and Indian Wells.
• Legislative Day:
  An important advocacy day in Sacramento—meet with state legislators and promote REALTOR® priorities.
• SDAR Caucus Calls:
  Hosted before each C.A.R. meeting, these calls ensure our Directors are aligned, prepared, and briefed

Travel & Reimbursement Guidelines

• Covered Expenses:
  Transportation, hotel, parking, meals (per diem), and registration fees.
• Booking Tips:
  CAR provides hotel booking windows and room block links. Janelle will book rooms for all CAR directors who are not Priority. Priority CAR Directors reserve their rooms and add [email protected] when asked who their association liaison is.
• When you get your room confirmations from Janelle, ALWAYS check the dates. This is to ensure you are there for your meetings and your flights coincide with check-in dates.
• Submitting Reimbursements:
  Use the official form provided by SDAR. Include receipts and submit within 30 days.

Preparation Materials

To be an informed Director, it is essential to review meeting packets and issues in advance. We recommend:

• Reviewing C.A.R. agendas and committee reports
• Using the C.A.R. mobile app for schedules and materials on the go
• Studying SDAR's positions on key issues
• Participating in pre-meeting issue briefings and caucus calls
• Pro Tip: Read “Talking Points” provided before each session—they’ll prep you for committee discussions and votes.

Leadership Communication & Etiquette

Professionalism matters at the state level.

As a C.A.R. Director:

• Speak with clarity and purpose in meetings
• Wear business or business-casual attire unless otherwise specified
• Maintain confidentiality on sensitive votes or negotiations
• Ask questions! You're encouraged to learn and grow as a leader

When in doubt, consult your leadership team or staff liaison.

SDAR Caucus Overview

The SDAR Caucus is a pre-meeting for all our C.A.R. Directors. It’s where we:

• Align on key issues and voting stances
• Review talking points
• Get updates from SDAR Government Affairs
• Ensure we speak with a united voice

Attendance is expected before each C.A.R. Business Meeting.