GMAR WEEKLY eNEWSLETTER
ATTENTION MEMBERS:
 
If you have sellers who currently have a family member serving in the armed forces, the GMAR has a limited supply of Military Service Flags you may offer them!
 
The flags are sponsored by American Pacific Mortgage. If you'd like a flag, simply call the GMAR office at 414-778-4929 or email mary@gmar.com to reserve.
REAL ESTATE CONTINUING EDUCATION
2021-22 Biennium Deadline: December 14, 2022.
Hello Valued REALTOR® Members,
 
The November 2022 elections are fast approaching and there are many important races from the top of the ticket on down that will impact the real estate industry, property owners, small business owners, and the overall economy for years to come. Regardless of which political party you most identify with, we ask you to keep the REALTOR® party in mind. There is no better example of the power of the REALTOR trademark than when individual members step forward to support candidates with their votes and their personal contributions.
 
Over the next few months, candidates running for office at the national and state level, or groups such as republican or democratic committees, may approach you asking for a financial contribution. If you are so inclined, please consider contributing to them through the WRA Direct Giver Program. It is the only state-sponsored program in the country that allows members the option to contribute to candidates of their choosing and timing while emphasizing that they are a REALTOR®.
 
It couldn’t be easier to participate. WRA takes payments of $100 or more and puts them into your very own account where you have complete control- you say who, you say when and you say how much. Whomever you direct money to, it is an individual contribution, the same as if you write out a personal check to them. (You just don’t have to find an envelope, find the mailing address, pay for postage – we take care of that!) The difference? The check also says you are a REALTOR®.
 
If you have any questions, please contact me at 414.778.4929 or marne@gmar.com
MILWAUKEE MAGAZINE REALTOR®
GIFT SUBSCRIPTION PROGRAM
Here’s a great opportunity for REALTORS® to stay top of mind with their clients by giving a one-year gift subscription to Milwaukee Magazine for just $5.00. Your clients will receive a gift announcement card prior to the first issue making them aware of your thoughtful gift and special messaging on every issue -- keeping you top of mind each month.

Click here for more information or contact Ken Meisinger to get started.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® FAIR HOUSING
NAR opposes discrimination in housing based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and national origin. This policy is embodied in NAR's Code of Ethics. NAR also authorizes sanctions in response to a finding that a member has violated any fair housing law, including local and state laws that prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. NAR policy is to support equal opportunity on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity and the NAR Code of Ethics was amended in 2010 and 2013, to include this updated policy in the Code of Ethics.

MEMBER RECRUITMENT ARTICLE
The Residential Real Estate Council (RRC) is the largest non-profit affiliate of the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) and proudly has over 33,000 members. It awards the Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) designation to Realtors® who have completed advanced professional training and demonstrated outstanding professional achievement in residential real estate.

With so many designations available, you may wonder why working toward the CRS designation is such a benefit to you and your career. Below is a quick synopsis of what you can expect to receive as a cherished member.

INTERESTED IN GETTING MORE INVOLVED
IN THE GMAR?
If you’d like to get involved in the GMAR and offer your expertise, thoughts, and opinions on issues that interest you, check out the various committees and task forces the GMAR currently utilizes.
 
  • Community Outreach Committee
  • Equal Opportunity/Fair Housing Committee
  • Kettle Moraine Council
  • Public Policy Task Force
  • REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC)
  • REALTOR® Safety Task ForceStatistics Task Force
  • Veterans Task Force
  • Young Professional Network (YPN)
  • Youth Foundation
 
Please complete an application and the GMAR Executive Committee will review your application to see if there is room on your preferred committee or task force (The size of committees or task forces may be limited).
UPCOMING GMAR EVENTS
For more information and to sign up for a time slot please click here.
9 PIN TAP BOWLING TOURNAMENT
Come join the fun at the 12th annual 9 Pin Tap Bowling Tournament sponsored by Great Midwest Bank. Proceeds benefit the GMAR Youth Foundation.
 
Date: Thursday, May 12, 2022
Time: 6pm - 9:30pm
Location: Root River Center - 7220 W Rawson Ave.
 
The Military Relocation Professional Certification Course educates REALTORS® about working with U.S. Service Members and their families, as well as veterans to find the housing solutions that best suit their needs and allow them to take full advantage of all available benefits and support

Contact Michelle Kohn to register / Course Available In-Person & On Zoom.
KETTLE MORAINE COUNCIL RPAC AUCTION
Event Date: May 19, 2022 at 5:30pm

Event Location: Linden Inn on Big Cedar Lake 4919 Hwy 144, Hartford, WI.

The Annual Kettle Moraine Council RPAC Auction will be held on Wednesday, May 19, 2022. Bring an auction item and join in the fun! Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann will join us to discuss his workforce housing initiatives and WRA’s Joe Murray will give us an election update and forecast! 

Join your fellow GMAR members for Happy Hour and Silent Auction Thursday, June 9, 2022, 4 pm- 7 pm at Leff's Lucky Town: 7208 W. State Street, Wauwatosa.
 
We are looking for event sponsors and Silent auction items. Proceeds from this event will benefit the GMAR’s Youth Foundation.  

Contact Scott Bush for more information: scott@gmar.com/414-778-4929
GMAR MEMBERS ONLY FACEBOOK GROUP
Join our members-only Facebook group if you have not already done so. This group was created for our members to connect with each other and discuss industry-related questions/concerns as well as to keep you informed on association news and updates. If there are any specific topics you would like to see more of please let us know!
JOB POSTINGS
Client Care Specialist
Homesight Inspection
Closing Coordinator/Office Manager
Lake Country Flat Fee
If your office is hiring for an administrative position that does not require a real estate license, we would be happy to share that information with the membership. See above for current postings.  If you have a job opening that you would like to add, please email Mary Xiong.
LOOKING TO GROW YOUR NETWORK AND IMPACT?
Since 2010, members of Take Root Milwaukee have worked collectively to help thousands of individuals and families in the Milwaukee area obtain, and maintain homeownership. Become a member today to belong to an established and dedicated network of lenders, neighborhood organizations, HUD-certified counseling agencies, Realtors, and City of Milwaukee housing departments who can assist with referrals, idea-sharing, brand promotion, and more. Learn more here.
DISCOVER MILWAUKEE RELOCATION GUIDE
The GMAR is once again sponsoring the Discover Milwaukee Relocation Guide. Covering Milwaukee, Waukesha, Ozaukee, Washington, and Racine counties, it is the Greater Milwaukee region’s #1 source for anyone looking to move or relocate to Wisconsin’s largest metro area.
 
You can provide a free copy of the Relocation Guide to your relocating clients and customers and share the website and digital editions as well.

Limited quantities of the publication are available at the GMAR office, or by contacting Metro Business Publications at pcanon@discovermilwaukee.com.
 
The purpose of the Relocation Guide is to create a complete package about moving to metro Milwaukee. Information is organized in easy-to-use sections, offering new residents everything they need at their fingertips:
  • Quality of Life
  • Things To Do
  • Average home price and details for communities
  • Career Opportunities
  • Schools and Education
  • Financing a Home
  • Helpful Information
 
GMAR members also have the opportunity to highlight their experience and expertise in a special section for Relocation Specialists. For rate information, contact Maribeth Delforge at 262-796-0224, or mbdelforge@discovermilwaukee.com.
REAL ESTATE SUPPLY STORE NOW AT
MINUTEMAN PRESS - BROOKFIELD
The real estate supply store is now located ONLY at Minuteman Press - Brookfield location (13680 W. Capitol Drive). Store hours are M-F between 8:30 AM and 5 PM. Contact Minuteman Press-Brookfield for more info at (262) 781-9622!
Comments, Suggestions, or Questions?...
Let us know how the GMAR can improve what we offer to you as members of our organization. Your feedback helps us to make quality improvements to our programs and benefits, so we appreciate it! Click here to e-mail feedback to the GMAR.
Greater Milwaukee Association of REALTORS®
12300 W. Center Street Milwaukee, WI 53222
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