Captain Ersie Joyner in stable condition: How to Help

On behalf of the Bridge Association of REALTORS® staff and leadership, we wish to extend our support and voice of optimism to the Joyner Family during this difficult time. As you may know, retired Captain Ersie Joyner and husband of Deidre Joyner (Red Oak Realty) was involved in a gas station shooting in Oakland several days ago.

Our prayers are with the Family with the following statement provided “Ersie is in stable condition, surrounded by his family, friends and colleagues. Due to the sensitivity of the situation and the ongoing investigation, we ask that you give Deidre and her family their privacy and most importantly, their space, to commit to Ersie's recovery. If you would like to show your support in more tangible ways, gift cards for food and other conveniences would be appreciated. https://www.giveinkind.com/inkinds/O5I3R9T/the-joyner-family

We know Ersie as an incredible father, husband, son, friend and servant to our community. His 28 years in the Oakland Police Department and commitment to this city in the prevention of violence and the care of its citizens has been beyond remarkable. He is a strong and capable man, but right now he can use your prayers and positive energy for his recovery.”

Thank you,

Jeffrey Neidleman, President Bridge Association of REALTORS®

C.A.R. RELEASES ITS 2022 CALIFORNIA HOUSING MARKET FORECAST

The baseline scenario of C.A.R.’s “2022 California Housing Market Forecast” sees a decline in existing single-family home sales of 5.2 percent next year to reach 416,800 units, down from the projected 2021 sales figure of 439,800. The 2021 figure is 6.8 percent higher compared with the pace of 411,900 homes sold in 2020. California housing market to remain solid if pandemic is kept under control, but structural challenges will persist:

• Existing, single-family home sales are forecast to total 416,800 units in 2022, a decline of 5.2 percent from 2021’s projected pace of 439,800.

• California’s median home price is forecast to rise 5.2 percent to $834,400 in 2022, following a projected 20.3 percent increase to $793,100 in 2021.

• Housing affordability is expected to drop to 23 percent next year from a projected 26 percent in 2021.

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Notice of Discontinuance of Supra XpressKEY

Supra XpressKEY Users,

This announcement serves as official notice from Supra that the XpressKEY® electronic touchscreen key will be discontinued by the end of 2021.

As 3G cellular networks and service are phased out by mobile carriers, XpressKEY devices will stop working. This will happen as early as January 1, 2022.*

Please know that we are working closely with our customers to enable a smooth transition for XpressKEY users. To continue to show properties, agents will need the Supra® eKEY® app on their smartphone.

The eKEY app has become the access method of choice for over 1 million real estate professionals. The eKEY app streamlines showings and delivers efficient access to powerful information, ultimately providing compelling value to consumers. Check out and share our great library of eKEY resources online to help new users get up to speed.

Below are the instructions to transition your key from XpressKEY to eKEY:

· To start the transition to the Supra eKeY app, please download the Supra License Agreement and the Returned XpressKEY Affidavit, complete both document and email to staff@bridgeaor.org. Once we have received your two documents we will start the process of switching you over to the eKEY app. Once you are switched over, you will receive an email with instructions on how to set up your eKEY.

· One final step, please use this link to set up your appointment to return your XpressKEY. Once we have possession of your XpressKEY, we will generate your key deposit check refund. Please expect 3-4 weeks to receive your refund check.

Your business is very important to us, and we thank you for our continued relationship. We are excited to partner with you on this journey of digital transformation as Supra brings you more solutions for our members.

Thank you,

Bridge AOR/bridgeMLS Staff

Contact Bridge AOR: staff@bridgeaor.org | 510-848-4288 | M-F (9 am - 5 pm)

Contact bridgeMLS: support@bridgemls.com | 925-363-2333 | M-F (9 am - 5 pm)