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Habitat For Humanity Group Volunteer Opportunities

Agent Mastery Exclusive Broker Panel Presentation - August 12

Mutt Strutt 2k Walk & Activities Benefiting HAWS - August 23

Since 1959 the Youth Foundation, Inc., has awarded millions of dollars in grants to local organizations. All of the awards create a positive impact for our area’s children and youth.

The GMAR Youth Foundation, four times each year, awards money to youth programs in Milwaukee, Waukesha, and Washington Counties in the areas of arts and culture, social services, and education. These grants are awarded on behalf of GMAR members.

Ready to sharpen your habits and boost your momentum?

Join top real estate voices from Southeast Wisconsin for actionable tips on discipline, branding, and thriving in today’s market.

Date: Tuesday, August 12

Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Location: Better Business Bureau

10019 W Greenfield Ave, Milwaukee

Breakfast sponsored by Stewart Title.

The 2025 WRA Annual Convention takes place September 29–October 1

in the Wisconsin Dells.

Join real estate professionals from across the state for the ultimate networking event - featuring CE sessions, expert speakers, and valuable industry insights.

Starting August 4, 2025, the SentriKey^® Real Estate app will require all users to run version 5.90.0 or higher (iOS & Android). This update helps keep your app secure and reliable.

Tip: Turn on auto-updates to avoid any interruptions!

Please Note: This update does not require a device or operating system upgrade. Users will only need to update the app version, not their physical phone or OS.

Support rescue pups at the Mutt Strutt 2K Walk & Activities on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 10 AM–1 PM at Nashotah Park. Enjoy a 2K walk, photo booth, lure course, food trucks, vendors, a 50/50 raffle, and more!

🎟️ Registration (includes walk, t-shirt & parking): $25

🎟️ General entry (no walk, t-shirt or parking): $10

🐾 Interested in sponsoring? Click here.

View the full flyer here.

FOCUS ON ENERGY^® partners with utilities across Wisconsin to provide resources and rebates for energy-efficient home products, equipment, and improvement projects. By becoming an Ambassador, you will introduce Focus on Energy to your buyers, offering them improved home comfort, efficiency, and peace of mind as they settle into their new home. To date, our real estate Ambassadors have put more than $1,857,250 vouchers into the hands of their clients and have set more than 14,858 Wisconsin homebuyers on the path to energy efficiency and cost savings.

Enrolling is a simple two-step process. Once you complete the enrollment form and attend a workshop, you can start offering your clients access to new energy efficiency expertise and exclusive perks, including a welcome gift. The welcome gift includes a reimbursement $125 voucher which can be used for a heating and cooling tune-up or for the purchase of a program-qualified smart thermostat. The gift is co-branded with your business information and sent to your clients on your behalf (at no cost to you), providing an extra touch of customer service and value.

Visit us at the WRA Convention! Booth #33.

Help your clients manage rising energy costs!

·      Complete the online enrollment form.

·      Join the FREE 45 minute online Real Estate Ambassador Workshop.

For more information, visit focusonenergy.com/ambassador. Or reach out to Focus on Energy representative Nancy Alberte, by emailing nancy.alberte@focusonenergy.com or calling 608.358.8212.

Washington County's Heart & Homestead Earned Down Payment Incentive is provided to individuals 18 years and older who are constructing or purchasing an owner-occupied dwelling unit (home and land) under $420,000 located in Washington County, that serves as the recipient's primary residence. The incentive amounts will be 10% of the purchase price, or $20,000, whichever is less pre-paid at the time of closing to the recipient.

Starting Tuesday, July 29th at 10 AM, they will begin accepting applications from qualified PRE-APPROVED individuals through their online portal. Applications will be reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis. The portal will remain open as long as funds are available, so be sure to have customers get pre-approved prior to July 29th to be first in line!  

REALTORS^®, Lenders, Title Agents and Friends, please save the date for The GMAR 3rd Annual Military Honorary Ball! ❤️💙

When: Saturday, October 18, 2025

Where: The Wisconsin Club, 900 W. Wisconsin Ave.

Who: Active Military and Veterans along with their families (Yes! That means kids too!)

Why: To honor our Active Military as well as our Veterans and their families as a thank you for their service and sacrifice. ❤️🤍💙

How can you get involved? Please contact our two Co-Chairs, Alexa Zastrow alexa@yourepiclender.com and Brittany McCollum brittany@wrgpros.com (Wife of a two-time active combat Marine Veteran)

Stay tuned for more fun content about this celebratory ball! 🎉

Click the social media icons below to follow the GMAR 3rd Annual Military Honorary Ball on Facebook and Instagram for the latest event news!

Learn about S-Corps, business insurance, and retirement planning for real estate agents at a quick, info-packed session on Monday, August 11, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at Hi-Way Harry’s in Johnson Creek.

Free to RRC members | $10 for non-members

Register by August 4 – no refunds after this date

Lunch included. Bring your questions!

The 2025 Metro Builders Association Parade of Homes, presented by Nonn’s runs from August 9 - September 1, closed Monday's except Labor Day.

The MBA’s Parade of Homes is the longest-running Parade in the entire United States, spanning 79 years! Each year, the MBA Parade builders offer some of the finest home designs, newest home trends, and cutting-edge features for you to enjoy as you tour the model homes

GMAR member discount: POH2025REALTORS 

We have started 30 of the 34 planned homes we are building this year! 

The last four homes will be started in the September/October time frame, which is also when we start circling back on some of the first homes for the next set of tasks. As always, our goal is to finish the exteriors of the homes before the snow flies. 

Ever wonder why volunteering with us is a full day commitment? In addition to the 34 future homeowners counting on us and the Wisconsin weather, it helps ensure both efficiency and safety on site. In many cases, specific tasks—like applying flooring adhesive or setting walls—require the full day. 

Please see the current volunteer opportunities below. At this time, we are offering one date max per scheduling period so that we may accommodate as many interested groups as possible.  

Framing (Maximum 10 volunteers): 

September 4, 5 20, 24, 25, 26

October 4, 9, 11, 15

Siding/Framing Punch (Maximum 6 Volunteers): 

August 27

September 3, 4, 11

October 22, 23

HIGH LADDER Siding (Maximum 6 Volunteers): 

September 5, 6, 12, 13 

October 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25

Drywall (Max 8 volunteers):

October 24, 29, 30, 31 & November 1

Flooring (Max 4 volunteers):

Interested in having your group volunteer?

Contact Caroline Martini

cmartini@milwaukeehabitat.org

The Discover Milwaukee Relocation Guide is the go-to resource for anyone moving to or within the Greater Milwaukee area including Milwaukee, Waukesha, Ozaukee, Washington, and Racine counties. It’s packed with helpful information that’s perfect to share with buyers, sellers, and anyone new to the area.

Copies are available at the GMAR office for pickup. Whether you need just a few or a full box to stock your office or share with clients.

💻 DiscoverMilwaukee.com is also a valuable resource to share digitally. It offers comprehensive, up-to-date information on neighborhoods, schools, employers, and things to do making it a great tool for clients exploring the area before or after their move.

American Home Shield

American Home Shield (owns H.S.A. Home Warranty) founded the home warranty industry in 1971, and we’ve been leading the way ever since! Each of our 2 million members gets access to a nationwide network of thousands of local, qualified repair Pros; coverage for key parts of major home systems and appliances with very generous coverage limits; additional coverage options and special discounts on home maintenance services and HVAC upgrades; plus, peace of mind and budget protection. We pay more claims than the other guys — we paid $4 billion in home warranty claims in the last seven years, to be exact. AHS also covers older items, no matter their age, covers an unlimited number of home systems and appliances and provides a 30-day

workmanship guarantee.

What’s one thing about your company that you’d like REALTORS® to know?

While warranty companies might offer similar services and cover comparable items, the specific terms and conditions of each plan can vary significantly. Don’t be afraid contact your preferred home warranty rep to inquire about the differences between their product and others that are available. This ensures your clients receive a plan that best suits their expectations,

specific needs, and budget.

What’s your go-to productivity tip or tool that keeps you successful?

Keeping great notes and details in Microsoft’s online OneNote notebooks is a life saver! I can pull anything up on my phone or laptop and it’s right at my fingertips.

What’s your favorite local spot to visit and why do you love it?

I love spending time outdoors and decompressing by walking in Waukesha County’s beautiful parks. The scenery, wildlife and quiet rejuvenates me every time!

Click the button below to check out events happening in Milwaukee this weekend! Whether you're a fan of professional sports, city festivals, or local hotspots, there's always something happening in our vibrant city. Explore the top concerts, nightlife options, museum exhibits, and family-friendly activities, and share them with your clients!

Join our members-only Facebook group! 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!

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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