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Commemorating Juneteenth!

Unlocking Housing Solutions - June 26

2025 REALTOR^® Leadership Summit - July 15

WomenStrong!

SOLD OUT

GMAR Golf Outing

SOLD OUT

Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom and a powerful reminder of the importance of Black history in our nation’s story.

At the Greater Milwaukee Association of REALTORS^®, we encourage reflection, education, and continued action toward equity and justice for all.

Attend an insightful event focused on the critical issue of affordable homeownership. A panel of local leaders and industry experts will share five diverse perspectives, highlighting innovative strategies and practical solutions to help bridge the gap in access to affordable homes.

This event will be moderated by Mike Ruzicka, President of the Greater Milwaukee Association of REALTORS^® (GMAR) .

Featured Panelists:

• Angelito Tenorio - WI Assembly District 14 | Legislative Policy Expert

• Carl Quindel - President, Strong Blocks | Community Development Leader

• Michael Gosman - President & CEO, Acts Housing | Affordable Housing Specialist

• Randy Lange - Co-Founder, LUSH (Lange Urban Sustainable Homes) | Sustainable Housing Innovator

• Sam Overton - Housing Programs Specialist, City of Milwaukee | Municipal Housing Expert

Date: June 26

Time: 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Location: 10019 W Greenfield Ave, West Allis, WI 53214, USA

Tickets Non-member: $10.00

Member of AREAA or Women's Council: $0.00

July 15, 2025 | 9 AM – 6 PM

Radisson Hotel, Fond du Lac, WI

Featuring Keynote Speaker Melanie Stuber, Founder of Cultivate and Thrive

Join fellow real estate professionals for an inspiring, action-packed day at the 2025 REALTOR^® Leadership Summit. Designed for those ready to lead at the next level, this event brings together driven agents, brokers, and industry influencers for a full day of learning, connection, and growth.

Event Highlights:

• Empower. Elevate. Excel.

• Keynote by Melanie Stuber – Founder and CEO of Cultivate and Thrive, known for transforming the way leaders show up in business and life

• Interactive workshops on leadership, business growth, and personal development

• Elite networking with top-performing professionals and industry innovators

• Complimentary coffee, snacks, and refreshments

• Catered lunch included

• FREE professional headshots from Capstone Marketing & Media

• Permanent jewelry vendor Oshkosh Spark

• Happy Hour (Cash Bar) to close the day

Whether leading a team or yourself, this summit will ignite your vision and sharpen your tools for success. Space is limited - secure your spot today!

Don't be surprised by challenges that can arise when your buyer goes under contract on the perfect condo for them!

Be prepared for what to expect and learn how to get ahead of it and keep the deal together!

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Presented by Bill and Stephanie Moeller - Bank Five Nine

Date: Thursday, July 17

Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Location: Better Business Bureau of Wisconsin, 10019 W. Greenfield Ave, Milwaukee

Join Homesight Inc., for a REALTOR^® Appreciation Event on Thursday, June 26th at 4:00 PM at Matty’s Bar & Grill in New Berlin! Enjoy food, drinks, and a high-energy trivia showdown with fun prizes. It’s the perfect chance to unwind, connect with fellow agents, and celebrate YOU!

📍 14460 College Ave, New Berlin

📅 June 26th | Doors open at 4:00 PM

View the flyer here.

Join GMAR YPN for A Night in White on July 30th, 2025 at the iconic Harley-Davidson Museum, to benefit Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiative. 

Enjoy live music, crafted cocktails, upscale bites, silent auction opportunities and incredible company – all while supporting a great cause.

Dress to impress in your best white attire and bring your favorite people – friends, partners, colleagues – everyone’s welcome!

We can't wait to celebrate with you.

GMAR YPN

The 2025 build season is off to a strong start. 19 of 34 homes are already underway! This year, Milwaukee Habitat is partnering with Envision Growth, LISC Milwaukee, and CDA to help local Early Childhood Educators become homeowners. Thanks to a $1 million gift from Herb Kohl Philanthropies, eight homes will be sold to educators for around $100,000.

Updated Build Times:

Volunteer shifts now run from 8:15 AM to 3:00 PM.

Available Opportunities:

We’re offering one volunteer date per scheduling period to accommodate as many groups as possible. Here are the upcoming openings:

🔨 Framing (Max 10 volunteers):

July 9, 10, 11, 12, 16

August 6, 8, 9, 10, 13, 15, 20

🔧 Siding/Framing Punch (Max 6 volunteers):

July 3, 9, 30, 31

August 6, 7, 13, 14, 23, 27

🪜 High Ladder Siding (Max 6 volunteers):

August 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 28, 29

🪚 Drywall (Max 8 volunteers):

August 27, 28, 29

🧱 Wall Panelizing (Max 10 volunteers):

July 2, 9, 11

August 20

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.

Tri City National Bank

Can you give us a brief introduction to your company and what makes it unique?

Tri City National Bank is a community bank that's been headquartered in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, for over 60 years. We've been voted Milwaukee's Best Mortgage Lending Company the last three years in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Top Choice Awards because of our talented team of local lending experts. Whether it's building credit, attending a free seminar, seeking financing assistance, buying a first home, or building a new home, our mortgage lenders have the solution.

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

What makes our Mortgage Lending Team stand out at Tri City is our commitment to making the loan process as smooth and efficient as possible. We offer quick response times, transparency, and consistent updates throughout the transaction, helping realtors stay informed and empowered to guide their clients effectively. We work closely with realtors to ensure that any issues or concerns are addressed quickly, helping transactions stay on track. Additionally, our ability to provide creative financing solutions tailored to the needs of individual buyers can help close deals that might otherwise fall through. It’s the combination of local expertise, clear communication, and flexibility that sets us apart.

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

Staying in constant communication with our customers and being approachable throughout the home loan process makes the journey more productive for the home buyer and the lender. Our customers regularly remark on how smooth the process is because of that strategy!

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

One of our team's favorite local spots is the Milwaukee County Zoo. In partnership with FOX6, we sponsor several Family Free Days throughout the year because of the value the zoo brings

to our community. 

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!

Comments, Suggestions, or Questions?...

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