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  February 2026 - VOLUME 31 - NUMBER 2 | |
Inside your RASCW Membership Guide
Your RASCW membership is more than a line item—it’s a powerful set of tools, connections, and opportunities designed to support you at every stage of your real estate career. The RASCW Membership Guide is your roadmap to using it all with intention and confidence. Check it out now!
Inside the guide, you’ll discover:
- The benefits available to you as a member—and how to actually use them
- Education and leadership opportunities that support your growth
- Networking, advocacy, and involvement options that help you stay connected
- Resources designed to help you succeed whether you’re just starting out or leading a team

If you would like the membership guide mailed to your office, please fill out the request form here.
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NEW: RASCW's 40 Under 40 Program
This new recognition program celebrates emerging real estate leaders under the age of 40 who are making waves across South Central Wisconsin. Designed to spotlight rising talent, leadership, and impact within the REALTOR® community, this inaugural program will highlight professionals who are shaping the future of our industry. More details coming soon!
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Free Self-Defense Class
Join the Southwest Chapter for a self-defense class hosted by Fire Fitness Camp! Registration is free and generously sponsored by Community First Bank.
This class will be led by Justin McLimans, a Sergeant with the Lancaster Police Department, bringing over 20 years of law enforcement experience and 5 years in corrections.
Tuesday, February 17th
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
FIRE Fitness Camp
1800 Vision Drive Suite 4
Platteville, WI
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Breakfast & Learn: Serving Every Client Better
Join us for a practical and engaging Breakfast & Learn designed to help REALTORS® better serve today’s diverse clients. Local experts will share real-world insights on autism and inclusivity in real estate—what it looks like during showings, open houses, negotiations, and everyday client interactions. You’ll walk away with simple, actionable strategies to create calmer, more accessible experiences that build trust and strengthen relationships. Don't miss it - registration closes on 2/18!
Wednesday, March 4th
10:00AM -12:00PM
Nohr Gallery, UW-Platteville
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Momentum: A REALTOR® Networking Night
For Agents Building What's Next.
Join us for a dynamic, high-energy real estate mixer designed to bring driven professionals together to connect, collaborate, and grow. Build valuable relationships in a fun, relaxed setting while enjoying two complimentary drinks and a spread of appetizers. Your next big opportunity could start with a conversation.
Wednesday, March 4th
3:30 PM - 6:00PM
Vintage Brewing Co. Madison West
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RASCW's First Open House!
Join us for an exciting Open House hosted by RASCW — a special networking and community event designed to bring together real estate professionals, industry partners, and local leaders.
Connect with fellow REALTORS® and industry partners, explore the latest RASCW/SCWMLS tools and benefits, meet our leadership team, and hear what’s coming next — all while enjoying light refreshments in a relaxed, friendly setting.
Friday, March 20
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
RASCW Office
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RASCW Magazine: Launching in March!
Our upcoming e-magazine will spotlight REALTOR® leadership, education, recognition, and what’s next for our association.
Want to be featured as a sponsor? Email bd@wisre.com by 2/23 to learn more!
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One morning. Real insight. Stronger leadership for the year ahead.
RASCW, in collaboration with NAR, is hosting a Broker Summit on Thursday, April 16—a high-impact, half-day conference designed specifically for brokers and team leaders preparing for the year ahead.
This summit brings national insight directly to you. Join us for timely strategy, data-driven forecasts, and practical guidance led by:
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Nykea Pippion McGriff, Vice President of Broker Engagement, NAR
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Jessica Lautz, NAR Deputy Chief Economist
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The RPR Team, sharing tools and intelligence to sharpen your business decisions
- Plus additional expert voices and peer discussion
If you’re responsible for leading agents, navigating change, and positioning your brokerage for success, this event is built for you.
Thursday, April 16th
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
RASCW Office
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Annual Down Payment Assistance Training
Join the Home Buyers Round Table for a focused, one-day event for real estate professionals looking to better navigate Down Payment Assistance (DPA) programs in today’s market. Learn about affordable housing trends in Madison and Dane County, key DPA programs, and the differences between Home Inspections and HQS Inspections. Sessions include a lender-focused morning, a networking lunch, and an afternoon REALTOR session covering the DPA Addendum and HQS requirements. Lunch provided!
February 11th
9:30AM - 3:30 PM
RASCW Office
4801 Forest Run Rd
Madison, WI
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ABR Certification
Start your Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) Certification. Learn advanced strategies for serving buyers, identifying client needs, and communicating your value. Hosted by renowned instructor Lynn Madison, this course is the first step toward earning your ABR designation.


March 12th - 13th
9:00AM - 4:00 PM
RASCW Headquarters
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RENE Certification
Earn your RENE certification—the only NAR-recognized negotiation credential—in this free two-day course. Led by NAR instructor Maurice Hampton.


April 2nd - 3rd
9:00AM - 4:00 PM
RASCW Headquarters
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Coffee with the GAD - Episode 3 is Now Live!
Join us for an in-depth discussion with Michaela Yopps, Clinical Director & Occupational Therapist with Common Threads Family Resource Center, on supporting autistic and neurodivergent individuals in the real estate industry. To learn more about Common Threads Family Resource Center and their mission, please visit www.commonthreadsmadison.org/.
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Lower Mortgage Rates Drive Home Sales to Nearly 3-Year High | Hopeful home buyers are seeing a boost as falling mortgage rates help offset high prices. Existing-home sales jumped 5.1% in December—the strongest pace in nearly three years—while affordability improves and the pace of home price growth slows. | | | |
How REALTORS® Are Using RPR to Win Clients and Deals
Looking for new ways to stand out, build trust, and win more business? NAR member Saiid Zamani shares how he uses Realtors Property Resource® (RPR) to wow clients and strengthen his presentations—before, during, and after the transaction.

Top ways REALTORS® are using RPR:
- Show neighborhood trends, comps, and heat maps to demonstrate market expertise
- Use historical data to explain where the market has been—and where it’s headed
- Support confident pricing strategies with real data and visuals
- Strengthen listing presentations with RPR Seller Reports and heat maps
- Impress clients with on-the-spot insights using RPR’s mobile app and AI-powered reports
- Quickly share custom reports via text or email
- Highlight investment and commercial opportunities with demographic and economic data

From open houses to listing appointments, RPR helps REALTORS® deliver instant expertise and clear, data-backed insights clients can trust.

Read the full article to see how RPR can elevate your client experience and help you win more deals.
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December Market Statistics
Home sales across South Central Wisconsin showed steady year-end strength in December, with closed sales finishing above last year despite ongoing affordability challenges. Inventory remained tight, keeping supply well below a balanced market and supporting price stability as 2025 came to a close.
Limited inventory and steady buyer demand continued to sustain both monthly and year-to-date price growth, reinforcing the market’s resilience heading into the new year.
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