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C.A.R. Rising Star Awards – Honoring Tomorrow’s Leaders Today

The Rising Star Awards program is a California Association of REALTORS® initiative that partners with the brokerage community to spotlight exceptional new talent in real estate. This program celebrates ambitious, high-performing agents early in their careers, professionals who are already making an impact and poised to shape the future of the industry.

C.A.R. proudly recognizes members who set themselves apart through outstanding production, professionalism, and potential. The Rising Star Awards not only honor these standout individuals but also highlight the firms that support and nurture their growth.

Eligibility Criteria for Production Year 2025

To qualify, nominees must:

  1. Be an active C.A.R. member who joined the Association in 2024 or later.
  2. Have closed a minimum of five (5) transactions or achieved at least $9.0 million in total sales volume between January 1 and December 31, 2025 (subject to verification).
  3. Be nominated by their broker or office manager (self-nominations are not accepted).
  4. Hold an active California real estate license with no restrictions or Code of Ethics violations.

How to Submit a Nomination

Broker/Owners or Office Managers may nominate eligible agents by completing the nomination form. All nominations must be received by July 17, 2026.

Qualified nominees will receive a follow-up questionnaire as part of the application process. Completing the questionnaire is required for full consideration by the review panel.

 

Click here to access the Rising Star Nomination Form.

 

A review panel composed of the 2026 Chair, Vice Chairs, and Advisory Board of the C.A.R. Young Professionals Network will review all qualified nominees and select up to 10 Rising Star Award recipients. The award recipients will be notified and recognized at the C.A.R. REimagine! Pre-Conference YPN Ignite event on October 6.

 

For more information, please email [email protected] or call Melanie McShane, Director of Industry Relations at (213)739-8290. 



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