Dear GMAR Members:
Last week, I attended the National Association of REALTORS Legislative Meetings in Washington DC. It’s a great event and made me appreciate how large NAR is. There were thousands of REALTORS® from all over the country – the world actually – in one place. It all culminated in the NAR Directors' meeting on Friday morning. At that meeting, the Board decided to increase funding for the national advertising campaign. So watch out for more pro-REALTOR® ads on national media.
The GMAR is sending a letter to each municipality asking them to review the League of Municipalities’ development toolkit the League has made available to all Wisconsin communities. We will also enlist you, our members, to contact your local officials to let them know how important it is for the success of their community to add more single-family and condo development to their overall portfolio. As we all know, there isn’t nearly enough inventory to satisfy most buyers. And we need to appeal to every local plan commission, trustee, alderman, mayor, president, etc. to get our message across. So, stay tuned.
Finally, I’m looking forward to the RPAC Auction on Thursday, May 19th at the Linden Inn on Big Cedar Lake. It’s a great networking event and a great way to get something for your RPAC or Direct Giver contribution. I hope to see you there!
Kim Curtis
2022 Chairwomen of the Board
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KETTLE MORAINE COUNCIL RPAC AUCTION |
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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 Thursday, 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!
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An opportunity for affordable housing professionals to convene, connect and collaborate on top issues facing the industry.
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NAR SHOWCASES A NEW IMPLICIT BIAS CERTIFICATE COURSE ON THE FIRST DAY OF LEGISLATIVE MEETINGS |
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NATIONAL HARBOR, MD (May 1, 2022) – The National Association of Realtors® on Sunday showcased a new certificate course to help real estate professionals combat implicit bias.
Bias Override: Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing was featured during an interactive workshop held on the first day of the 2022 Realtors® Legislative Meetings at National Harbor, Md. The session was led by Ron Phipps, NAR's 2011 president, and Natalie Davis, 2022 chair-elect, Colorado Association of Realtors®.
The course helps real estate professionals avoid fair housing pitfalls and provide equal professional service to every customer or client. Participants learn about the mind science of identity, study how implicit bias can result in fair housing violations, and engage in interactive exercises to enhance communication skills and business relationships with clients of all backgrounds.
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THAT'S WHY WE INVEST IN RPAC |
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RPAC stands for the REALTORS® Political Action Committee. A PAC is a legal means by which interested individuals with common goals, like a trade association, band together for the purposes of political action. The best way to positively impact issues such as property taxes, health care, and property rights is through RPAC, a real estate professional's vehicle for political action. Here are some of our Members and why they have invested in RPAC. |
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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY GROUP CONSTRUCTION |
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Saturday, June 4, 2022
The GMAR is hosting a small group of up to 8 volunteers to work on flooring for Habitat for Humanity on Saturday, June 4, 2022.
· Volunteers must be at least 16 years old.
· Volunteers will receive one email about creating an account.
· During the registration process, volunteers will have the opportunity to receive an email with confirmation materials.
· A reminder email with the same information is also sent 2 days ahead of time.
· Having each individual's contact information allows us to be in contact in case of changes in the day or bad weather.
· COVID-19 Information – the safety of volunteers, staff, and homeowners is of primary importance. Following Milwaukee Habitat COVID Safety is required of all volunteers, homeowners, and staff. Read more in our Milwaukee Habitat COVID-19 On-Site Safety Protocol We have recently updated our policy and masks are optional but strongly recommended for those who haven’t yet been fully vaccinated.
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WISCONSIN REAL ESTATE MAGAZINE TOP STORIES |
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This Competitive Market: Tips and Trends
As the market remains competitive, both listing agents and buyer agents are trying to navigate it in a way that is most beneficial to their respective parties. Some of the emerging agent practices are clever ways to advance a party’s interest and would be considered appropriate, while other trends are potential violations of license law to be avoided. Read More Here
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Wisconsin’s New Access Easement Law
Property owners enjoy the use of easements in a variety of forms, including joint driveway access, the ability to cross over someone else’s land to reach a private pier or access farm equipment, or gaining access to a business parking lot by utilizing the road of another. Most property owners have no idea their easement had — or has, depending on the circumstances — an expiration date.
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The Best of the Legal Hotline: As-Is Effects on the Transaction
The simple term “as is” can have a great impact on a real estate transaction for both the parties and the agents involved. The following is general information about the seller’s duties to disclose, the possible implications of using an as-is clause in the offer, as well as a summary of an agent’s duty to inspect and disclose material adverse facts and information suggesting material adverse facts.
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INTERESTED IN GETTING MORE INVOLVED
IN THE GMAR?
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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
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REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC)
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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).
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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.
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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.
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GMAR MEMBERS ONLY FACEBOOK GROUP |
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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!
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Client Care Specialist
Homesight Inspection
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Closing Coordinator/Office Manager
Lake Country Flat Fee
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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.
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HABITAT RESTORE OFFERS
FREE PICKUP & SALVAGE SERVICES
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Habitat for Humanity ReStore picks up donations of gently used furniture, appliances, and more for free! Donations are tax-deductible and help local families in need of safe, affordable housing.
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DISCOVER MILWAUKEE RELOCATION GUIDE |
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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.
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REAL ESTATE SUPPLY STORE NOW AT
MINUTEMAN PRESS - BROOKFIELD
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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! |
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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.
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Greater Milwaukee Association of REALTORS®
12300 W. Center Street Milwaukee, WI 53222
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