Why "Beyond the Sign"? The work the association does goes beyond the transaction. It stretches into policy and candidate support to protect the rights of private property owners and support the business that each agent and affiliate does daily.

2026 Annual State of Dane County Address

RASCW was proud to be represented at Dane County Executive Melissa Agard’s Annual State of Dane County Address, an event that highlighted the importance of collaboration and leadership in shaping the future of our communities.

Government Affairs Committee Chair Tim Roehl attended on behalf of the association and had the honor of introducing Executive Agard during the reception that followed. RASCW members Ian Carter, Shawn Pfaff, and Phani Pately were also in attendance, helping strengthen the relationships and advocacy efforts that support a thriving Dane County.

We congratulate Executive Agard and look forward to supporting the important work ahead.

Building Strong Relationships at RASCW

Thank you to Government Affairs Chair Tim Roehl for his ongoing leadership in strengthening relationships with elected officials and advocating for RASCW priorities.

Tim recently met with Representative Udell in Fitchburg to discuss key community issues and attended Senator Spreitzer’s campaign kickoff in Beloit, where they connected on shared priorities.

We appreciate both legislators for their engagement and thank Tim for representing RASCW so effectively in these important conversations.

HUD, USDA Rescind Rule Tying New Homes to 2021 Energy Code

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and U.S. Dept. Of Agriculture announced they are rescinding a 2024 Federal Housing Administration and U.S. Department of Agriculture energy efficiency building code requirement that applies to new home construction. Homes financed with FHA or USDA loans must still meet energy efficiency requirements, but they are no longer required to comply with the more stringent 2021 update to the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC).

Gov. Evers Announces $47.8M in Tax Credits to Build Affordable Housing Across Wisconsin

Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority announced $47.8 million in competitive Housing Tax Credits for multifamily housing developers statewide. The tax credits are projected to create housing for about 5,000 Wisconsinites, according to a press release. In total, 35 developments in 15 counties will provide or preserve 2,128 new affordable housing units in 26 communities across the state struggling to provide housing for working families.

Study Finds Population Decline is Driving Wisconsin's Lower Housing Targets

A report released by Forward Analytics finds that Wisconsin needs to build fewer homes than expected due to changing demographic patterns, a decline from 2023 estimates. The study updates the previously assumed 140,000 projected units to be built from 2020 to 2030, revising the estimate to around 84,000 units based on updated Department of Administration population projections.