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MONTHLY
NEWSLETTER
July 2025
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WB-50 Form Required Starting July 1, 2025
The Real Estate Examining Board has introduced the WB-50 Residential Pre-Agency Showing Agreement for use when showing properties to buyers before establishing agency.
This form will be required beginning July 1, 2025.
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Take Action: Attend the Iowa County Board Meeting
Your voice matters. Join the upcoming Iowa County Board meeting to stay informed, ask questions, and advocate.
📅 Date: July 15th
🕒 Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
📍 Location: Via Zoom Web Meeting. Web Meeting ID, 879 2978 6043 or
In-Person: Health & Human Services Center, 303 W Chapel St., Dodgeville, Wisconsin 53533.
For more information on the data breach, Visit: https://www.iowacounty.org/IowaCountyCyberIncident
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Marketing Exempt Listings
While we are aware that the WRA has released information regarding Delayed Marketing Exempt Listings, along with a Limited Marketing form, please note that SCWMLS has not made any changes to our current policies or disclosure document requirements at this time.
The use of the WRA’s Limited Marketing form is not required by SCWMLS. Members should continue to follow all existing SCWMLS policies and procedures.
We will provide an official update to all members by August 1, outlining how SCWMLS will proceed and specifying any forms that will be required moving forward.
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WRA's "A REALTOR® Can"
Featuring real Wisconsin REALTORS® and their stories, the WRA’s “A REALTOR® Can” campaign continues to strengthening the REALTOR® brand and showcase the vital role REALTORS® play in today’s real estate landscape.
- REALTORS® are advocates, problem-solvers and trusted partners.
- REALTORS® bring expertise and empathy, guiding clients through one of life’s biggest decisions with care and confidence.
- “A REALTOR® Can” reminds consumers that real estate is personal, and REALTORS® make the process smoother, smarter, and more human.
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NAR REALTOR Benefits® - Exclusive HP Discounts
NAR has announced a new partnership with HP, giving members access to exclusive discounts of up to 40% on select HP products including laptops, monitors, and printers with flexible financing and personalized support. This new benefit supports real estate professionals with tools to stay productive, mobile, and connected.
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Join us for The Realities of Being a Woman in Real Estate Conference
An event created to spark connection, conversation, and change. You’ll hear from a powerhouse lineup of speakers and panelists who are breaking barriers, leading boldly, and sharing real stories from the field.
Whether you're just starting out or well into your real estate journey, this is your opportunity to learn, grow, and be inspired alongside others who understand the unique realities women face in the industry.
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SCWMLS Partners with Crexi to Expand Reach for Commercial Properties
We're excited to announce SCWMLS has partnered with Crexi for commercial listings. THis value-added service means all SCWMLS members with commercial listings on the MLS enjoy the benefit of having their listings automatically uploaded to Crexi’s marketplace at no cost. Sign up for a special webinar to learn the benefits and key features of our partnership!
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Paragon Connect: The Mobile-friendly Paragon
The mobile-friendly version of Paragon is Paragon Connect. SCWMLS uses the mobile website version on Paragon Connect. To access SCWMLS's version of Paragon Connect:
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Go to the regular Paragon login page on your phone’s browser.
- You will see a splash screen about Paragon Connect.
- Click the button “Launch Paragon Connect”.
- Once you are at the login page, you can add it to your home screen for quick access later.
Paragon Connect isn’t just for smartphones – you can use it on any device. Access it from Paragon desktop by clicking the Connect icon at the top right.
*Note: While there is a native app in the app/play store, it is currently unavailable for SCWMLS users.
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Updated Reverse Prospecting Function in Paragon
The reverse prospecting functionality has been updated in Paragon.
- Click the Contacts icon and choose Reverse Prospecting.
- Click on the line for the property so the line is highlighted green and click "Launch Report."
- This will bring up the agents in Paragon who have a Contact where your listing is a match for their search. You can email them by clicking the envelope icon at the top right, or you can choose to email specific agents by clicking on their names.
| | If you do not want to receive these emails from other agents about your listings it can be disabled in your preferences. In Paragon, click the Connect icon to go to Paragon Connect. Once there, click the 3 dashed lines menu at the top left and choose Settings. Click System, then Reverse Prospecting. Toggle the setting off and click SAVE at the top right. | |
Forewarn - Training and Q&A
FOREWARN is an easy to use app that allows you to assess risk by learning about a new prospect prior to meeting them for a showing. FOREWARN offers free training webinars every month. Join the next session to learn how to best utilize FOREWARN, get insider tips and tricks, and get your questions answered.
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Upcoming Education and NextKey℠ Events:
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PARAGON BASICS
Virtual Learning
Join us online for this free, introductory session on the most common and helpful features in Paragon.
Next Session:
DATE: Jul 18, 2025
TIME: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
LOCATION: Webinar (Zoom)
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PARAGON BASICS
In Person
Bring your laptop or tablet for this introductory session on the most common and helpful features in Paragon.
Next Session:
DATE: July, 11, 2025
TIME: 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
LOCATION: SCWMLS Office
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Paragon Connect Shorts
Learn more about Paragon Connect’s best features with 20-min webinars.
Next Session:
DATE: July 2, 2025
TIME: 2:00 pm - 2:20 pm EST
LOCATION: Webinar (Zoom)
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MAP SEARCH
Virtual Learning
Learn to use Paragon's Map Search functions to hone in on specific geographies and opportunities quickly.
Next Session:
DATE: July 31, 2025
TIME: 11:00 am - 11:30 am
LOCATION: Webinar (Zoom)
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COLLAB CENTER
Virtual Learning
The Collab Center can help with property notifications and provide insights into buyer preferences. Learn to build sites for your buyers.
Next Session:
DATE: July 10, 2025
TIME: 11:00 am - 11:30 am
LOCATION: Webinar (Zoom)
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PARAGON CONNECT
Virtual Learning
Join Dave to learn how to use the mobile version of Paragon (Paragon Connect) on your smartphone.
Next Session:
DATE: July 24, 2025
TIME: 11:00 am - 11:30 am
LOCATION: Webinar (Zoom)
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