Hello GMAR Members:
After the 4th of July, it always feels like summer is going too fast, and I feel that way again this year!
I’ve noticed that things have calmed down a bit from the fast pace market a few months ago. Interest rate increases have certainly pushed a few buyers out for a little while, but we can’t rely on interest rates to slow the market down. We need more listings to satisfy buyer demand.
The GMAR recently sent each community in the 4-county Metropolitan Milwaukee area a letter asking them to increase single-family and condo development. We also sent you, our members, a Call to Action asking you to push your local elected officials to review the League of Municipalities Development Toolkit which offers communities ideas for creating more housing development.
If you don’t recall receiving the Call to Action, please contact our Government Affairs Director, Marne Stück, via email or at 414-778-4929. This is VERY IMPORTANT, so please make sure you contact your elected officials.
After you respond to the Call to Action, I hope you can find some time to enjoy the summer!
Sincerely,
Kim Curtis, Chair
2022 GMAR Board
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GMAR ANNUAL GOLF OUTING RECAP VIDEO |
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Our 2022 annual golf outing was a huge success. Thank you to all our sponsors for making this event possible and to our members who joined us for a beautiful day on the course. Check Out This Video Recap Of The Day!
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DISCOUNTED PARADE OF HOMES TICKETS
FOR REALTORS®
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The Metropolitan Builders Association offers GMAR REALTORS® discounted tickets to the 2022 Parade of Homes.
The Parade has two locations this year, Twin Pine Farms in the Town of Lisbon and Stone Ridge in Merton.
Use the GMAR discount code: POH2022REALTORS and only pay $12 for general admission. Full price on sites. ($20 for general admission / $10 for children 3-12 & seniors 65+) Get Your Tickets Here
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THE GMAR VETERAN'S SUPPORT COMMITTEE WANTS TO TAKE YOU OUT TO THE BALL GAME |
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The Milwaukee Homeless Veteran's Initiative is hosting a baseball tournament. Get your tickets today!
Milwaukee Milkman Baseball Game
Friday, July 22, 2022, at 6:35 pm
Franklin Field 7035 S Ballpark Dr, Franklin, WI 53132
All proceeds benefit the Milwaukee Homeless Veteran's Initiative.
MHVI is now accepting sponsorships for the event.
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Important Webinar! The New City of Milwaukee Offer to Purchase for City-owned Residential Properties & New Offer Procedures
The City of Milwaukee Department of City Development has created a new Residential Offer to Purchase and updated its offer procedures. These changes are going to make it easier for you to sell City-owned residential properties. Sneak preview: The Earnest Money procedure is a lot more buyer and agent-friendly!
Please join the City of Milwaukee Residential Real Estate Staff, along with representatives from Knight Barry Title Company for an informative webinar to learn more about the changes. The New Offer will be implemented quickly following the Webinar, so we hope you can join us.
Date: Monday, July 18th 2022
Time: 2 PM - 3 PM Central Time
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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 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.
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If you are interested in sponsoring please reach out to Michelle Kohn or Kaye Erdman. Please note the Diamond sponsorships are taken.
Registration coming soon! (You can pre-order tickets through Michelle)
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GMAR LOGO AND ANIMATED STICKERS |
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The GMAR launched our own animated stickers for you to use!
Remember to tag GMAR in your post!
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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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Closing Coordinator/Office Manager
Lake Country Flat Fee
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Portfolio & Property Manager
RE/MAX Lakeside
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Customer Service Specialist
Homesight Inspection
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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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LOOKING TO GROW YOUR NETWORK AND IMPACT? |
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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
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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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