GMAR WEEKLY eNEWSLETTER
THE GMAR AND SCOTT BUSH RECEIVED AN AWARD BY THE URBAN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION (UEDA)

This year, the Staff and Board of Directors at UEDA have recognized the Greater Milwaukee Association of REALTORS as a UEDA Extraordinary Community Partner, along with Scott Bush, for supporting UEDA programs and initiatives in various ways.   
For well over a decade, GMAR has been a consistent member and partner with UEDA and Take Root but in particular, its housing and homeownership work. 
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE

The Greater Milwaukee Association of REALTORS® Youth Foundation will award 7 $1,000 scholarships to children or grandchildren of GMAR members during 2022.

Members must have maintained their relationship with the GMAR continuously for at
least three (3) years. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2022.

Please join us for coffee and a tour of the School District of Menomonee Falls with Superintendent, Corey Golla and School Board President, Faith VanderHorst. Learn why the School District of Menomonee Falls is nationally recognized as one of the highest-performing school districts in the state.  

The event starts at 9 a.m. at the SDMF District Office, W156N8480 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, with a 9:30 a.m. departing time for the tour of schools. 
 
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.
JOURNAL SENTINEL AD OPPORTUNITY

You don't need to be an exhibitor at the 2022 Home & Garden Show to take advantage of expanding your reach to Milwaukee-area consumers. Secure your space in the official Show Guide insert to the Journal Sentinel and reach the 277,900 Milwaukee area homeowners. This opportunity is ONLY available to GMAR Members (regardless of status as an exhibitor) and show exhibitors. Space is limited, so act quickly!
 
RESERVATION DEADLINE: February 25
ARTWORK DEADLINE: March 4
SPECIAL SECTION PUBLICATION DATE: March 20
 
 
Questions? Contact the GMAR (amanda@gmar.com or 414/ 778-4929).
WOMEN'S COUNCIL OF REALTORS
TRIVIA NIGHT MAY 9, 2022
That’s Who We R, NAR’s national advertising campaign, helps consumers understand that REALTORS® are real estate experts in their local communities who go above and beyond based on their expertise and under the guidance of NAR’s Code of Ethics. The 2022 That’s Who We R campaign works as hard you do to demonstrate the REALTOR® difference.

The core message for 2022 is “the Difference is Real”, demonstrating REALTORS® working at a higher standard than non-member agents. With a fully-integrated media mix of TV, radio, streaming video, digital audio, social, and search, the ads highlight how consumers benefit from REALTOR® expertise and ethics.

NAR members are encouraged to leverage NAR’s ad campaign by tapping into its resources and sharing out who you are and the value you bring to consumers. Download advertising and social media assets. Examples of usage and brand guidelines can also be found.

For a deep dive into the 2022 campaign, read the press release here.
GMAR FLOWERS FOR SCHOLARS
Order hanging baskets and/or flower pots at a great price and for a good cause! $10 from each plant ordered will go towards the GMAR Youth Foundation college scholarship program.

Order deadline is Tuesday, March 1, 2022
Pick-up is Tuesday, May 3rd - right on time for Mother's Day!

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
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. If you have a job opening that you would like to add, please email Mary Xiong.
HABITAT RESTORE OFFERS
FREE PICKUP AND SALVAGE SERVICES
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. 

ReStore's experienced Deconstruction Services will even remove kitchen cabinetry and more! 
 
FIND OUT MORE or call: 414-316-5651  
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, (262) 781-9622!
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Greater Milwaukee Association of REALTORS®
12300 W. Center Street Milwaukee, WI 53222
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