Wildfire Disaster Relief Resources

The AAR has compiled a list of resources to help those affected by the wildfires. Some of the resources are specific to the real estate family. Please feel free to share this page with your peers, family and friends as needed.

  • Free community Real Estate and Housing Help Center for anyone who needs assistance in finding housing
  • This walk-in service is being held at the Arcadia Association of Realtors® building located at: 601 S. First Ave., Arcadia
  • Help Center hours of operation are 10:00am to 2:00pm Monday through Saturday
  • Help Center is being staffed by association volunteers
  • Guests will receive lists of places for rent, lease applications to use and be able to ask questions of our volunteers
  • No appointment needed!
  • Questions? Call the AAR at 626-446-2115

CAR Smartzone

CAR SmartZone Wildfire Resources:  https://www.smartzonecar.org/disaster-relief

You are welcome to attend multiple townhalls, though please note that the content will be similar. All sessions will be recorded and made available on C.A.R.’s Smart Zone website.

We are here to support you during this difficult time and encourage you to take advantage of these opportunities for information and assistance. If you have questions for C.A.R. about the wildfires, please email us at LAfires@car.org.

C.A.R. Disaster relief

DONATE to CAR Disaster Fund! 100% of donations received provide direct support to REALTORS® and staff affected by the fires: https://www.calfund.org/funds/california-association-of-realtors-disaster-relief-fund/

The link below is where C.A.R. members and association staff can apply for relief grants. You are encouraged to apply for this as soon as you can. Click here: C.A.R. Disaster Relief

Those who would like to seek assistance from this fund can e-mail disasterrelief@car.org, or call (213) 739-8297

FEMA (Federal Emergency Management agency)

Specific FEMA website for Los Angeles area wildfires.

FEMA DISASTER RESOURCE CENTER OPENS IN PASADENA

A FEMA Disaster Resource Center has opened at the Pasadena City College Community Education Center, 3035 E. Foothill Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91107, and will be open to the public daily from 9 am – 8 pm. The Center helps Californians affected by wildfires with home damage, property loss, or emergency needs. It provides federal aid application assistance, updates on FEMA applications, and information on the appeals process. More info at can be found at this link. Residents may also apply for disaster assistance by visiting disasterassistance.gov.

L.A. County Assessor Relief

“Misfortune and Calamity” Property Tax Relief 

Property damaged or destroyed by the windstorms or wildfires may qualify for temporary property tax relief through the Misfortune and Calamity program. Key details include:

  •  Eligibility: The damage must exceed $10,000 in the current market value of the property.
  • Filing Deadline: Claims must be filed within 12 months of the date of the damage.
  • Benefits: Approved claims may result in temporary property tax relief, with adjustments made to reflect the reduced value of your property until repairs or rebuilding are completed.

More information and to download the claim form (ADS-820), may be accessed at assessor.lacounty.gov/tax-relief/disaster-relief or call (213) 974-3211.

L.A. County Recovery Web-site

L.A. County has a recovery website which lists all kinds of resources. The current site shows the Palisades fire however it will be updated soon to show Eaton Fire resources as well: L.A. County Recover

CA Department of insurance

Home Insurance Finder

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airbnb

Airbnb is providing free temporary housing for people displaced by the wildfires: AirBnB Housing

Hilton Hotels and American Express

Hilton Hotels and American Express are donating 20,000 hotel room nights at no charge to impacted families and individuals across the Greater Los Angeles area. To determine your eligibility for assistance, you need to apply through the non-profit organization 211 LA. Visit their website at https://211la.org/. Once there, search for “Emergency Housing Assistance for Wildfire Survivors.”

Supra lockbox replacement

If any Realtor® lost a lockbox due to the wildfires SUPRA will replace that lockbox at no charge. We can help you with this if this applies to your or someone you know.

Loti

The Loti.com website simplifies home recovery with expert guidance, organized claims and faster insurance payouts
www.loti.com
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Arcadia Association of REALTORS has a classroom available for you to stop by, charge your devices, grab a cup of coffee or bottled water and relax a bit.

Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
601 S. First Avenue
Arcadia, CA