JULY 2020 - VOLUME 25 - NUMBER 7
Welcome to the 1ST EDITION of the newly designed RASCW REALTOR® REVIEW NEWSLETTER .

We are excited to bring you the same valuable content in a new and efficient way. This Newsletter is formatted to provide easy access on all devices from your desktop all the way down to your mobile phone. We can easily incorporate Video, Events, Articles and Resources more effectively. You will no longer need to download a PDF file! We hope you enjoy this new format!     
UPCOMING EVENTS
Pro Development: C2EX Certification Discussion from June
Commercial Services Presents: SBA PPP Webinar 7/15
LIVE and VIRTUAL Events Available
9/14-9/16
Leadership Nominating Committee Report
The RASCW Leadership Nominating Committee has announced the following nominees for the open REALTOR® and Affiliate seats on the RASCW Board of Directors.
Congratulations to the REALTOR® Director Nominees:
Kyle Broom - Badger Realty Team
Melissa Bjerke Markgraf - Stark Company
Andrea Potterton - Potterton Rule
Nanci Caflisch - RE/MAX Grand
Monique Olson - Preferred Title
NAR Implicit Bias Training

Learn about how to recognize and avoid implicit bias in your life by watching this new 50 minute video from the National Association of REALTORS®. You’ll hear about scientific evidence that shows how our brains can work to automatically cause us to treat those who are different from us unfairly, despite our best intentions and often without our conscious awareness. Together we all have the power to effect real change.

NAR Convention Goes VIRTUAL

CHICAGO (June 2020) - The National Association of Realtors® announced that the 2020 REALTORS® Conference & Expo, previously scheduled from November 13-16 in New Orleans , will be transitioned to a fully virtual format in light of ongoing health and safety concerns stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic. . .. MORE
Effective July 13th
Masks Are Required in Dane County

People five years of age and older must wear a face covering that covers their nose and mouth when in public, which includes in businesses, health care settings, waiting in line, and on public transportation. This order goes into effect on July 13, 2020 at 8:00am.
NAR OPEN HOUSE Safety Reminder
NAR’s goal is to keep members informed about the evolving COVID-19 pandemic, its impact on the real estate industry, and to provide guidance on the many difficult decisions members are tackling on a daily basis. Consider how you may continue providing first-class services to clients, while also exemplifying REALTORS® as community leaders. Answers to common question can be found here.. . MORE
Attack Reminds REALTORS® to Practice Safety
As states slowly reopen, Real Estate agents are continuing to stay very busy. While business is good, the return of in-person open houses and showings also means more safety risk for Realtors ® . Earlier this month, a Keller Williams Realtor ® in Lynchburg, Virginia was attacked at an open house. Lenora Farrington was struck in the head by a blunt instrument, while at an Open House. Realtor ® safety has been a concern for years, as the nature of the business often requires meeting strangers at showings or open houses. The  NAR  offers a wide range of advice and resources on the topic, which can be found here .
Membership Updates
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RASCW New Member Orientation Goes Virtual

The RASCW Orientation Committee led by the 2020 Chair, Dominic Colosimo has been hard at work to develop a virtual solution. New members will take the NAR required Ethics Training via the NAR website prior to attending this new Virtual Orientation.

We are committed to providing this valuable training to all new members in this format, until the time comes for the sessions to return to a classroom setting.

Thank you to all members of the committee and their dedication towards rising to the challenge.

Virtual Orientation schedules can be found on the RASCW Calendar of Events, located here . 
Contact Rick Corey if you have questions.
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