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Welcome

CSMAR, we bring your dreams home The Conejo Simi Moorpark Association of Realtors® (CSMAR) is a member service organization of professionals in real estate, who subscribe to a strict Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the National Association of Realtors®. The CSMAR is pledged to promote and maintain high standards of conduct in the real estate profession and enforces the Code of Ethics within its membership. Our charter is to provide you with the latest information, tools and resources…

Market Statistics

What Has Happened, and the Forecast for the Next Year No, my crystal ball is not what we will be looking at.  Much better than that,  at the end of this blog post I will be sharing the forecast from Jordan Levine, C.A.R’s chief economist.  Who better knows the ins and outs of the most populous state in our nation?   When you can hear the thoughts of one of our foremost housing economists, no sense me telling you my wild…

CSMAR In Memoriam

We are very sad to announce the following… • Ray Molavi passed away, May 28, 2024. We send our condolences to his family, friends, and anyone who loved and cared for him. • Sheri Karp passed away, January 2024. Her service is Friday, January 12, 10 a.m. at Mount Sinai Simi Valley, 6150 Mount Sinai Drive, Simi Valley, CA 93063. • Robert Landegger passed away in November 2023. Click here to comment your condolences. • John Batchelor has passed away…

Ethics and Arbitration Process

Request for Arbitration Complaint The following information and forms will assist you in filing an Arbitration complaint with the Conejo Simi Moorpark Association of REALTORS® (CSMAR): A blank Complaint Form (Form A-1) and Instructions A blank Request for Mediation Form (Form M-1) Procuring Cause Guidelines Quick Guide – Procuring Cause Guidelines  California Code of Ethics and Arbitration Manual Please be advised that in order for a complaint to be considered filed timely with the Association, the complaint must be filed…

Ethics and Arbitration Process

Getting Started If you are encountering issues with a REALTOR® of Conejo Simi Moorpark Association of REALTORS® (CSMAR), you have FREE options available to you. Our Ombudsman Program allows for a quick response to your real estate inquiries or issues with a REALTOR®. The role of the Ombudsman is to settle disputes you may have and open the doors of communication. This program is FREE to use. The Professional Standards Coordinator is happy to answer any questions you may have…

Buyers and Sellers

The Conejo Simi Moorpark Association of REALTORS® is a professional trade association of over 2,000 licensed real estate agents. Our members abide by a strict code of ethics and have access to a wide variety of business services that are not available to non-REALTORS®. This gives them a competitive edge in the marketplace, enabling them to provide superior services to buyers and sellers of real property.  Use this site to find a REALTOR®, find out the current status of home…

How to Choose the Right REALTOR®

All real estate licensees are not the same. Only real estate licensees who are members of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® are properly called REALTORS®. They proudly display the REALTOR “®” logo on their business card or other marketing and sales literature. REALTORS® are committed to treat all parties to a transaction honestly. REALTORS® subscribe to a strict code of ethics and are expected to maintain a higher level of knowledge of the process of buying and selling real estate.…

A Guide to Buying and Selling a Home

Like finding the right house, selecting a REALTOR® you can trust and comfortably work with is paramount. Just as you wouldn’t be casual in the selection of your doctor or your attorney, you shouldn’t take the selection of your REALTOR® lightly. Indeed, the best way to find such a professional is through recommendations from family and friends. Of course, you should interview several REALTORS® before you choose one. If you’re selling your home, you should ask the candidates how they…

CSMAR Position on Issues

CSMAR Position on issues Conejo Simi Moorpark Association of REALTORS® (CSMAR) boundaries contain five cities: Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Moorpark, Westlake Village, Agoura Hills; in two counties: Ventura and Los Angeles. We also have three Municipal Advisory Councils areas: Oak Park, Santa Rosa Valley, and Casa Conejo. A great deal of coordination is required in dealing with overlapping rules, regulations, and ordinances which may affect real estate and property rights. Our Board of Directors has adopted Position Papers on issues…