A few weeks ago, I received a call from a CARW member looking for a contact. Not a property. Not market data. Not a financing…
Local AND Federal Policy Shapes What Gets Built Where in Wisconsin
Commercial real estate investment conversations in Wisconsin always start with local questions. Can a site get approved? Is infrastructure in place? Does the workforce exist?…
Advocacy in Action: The Direct Giver Program
Political engagement plays an important role in protecting and advancing the commercial real estate industry. From development and infrastructure to taxation, housing, permitting, and economic…
Six Forces Shaping Commercial Real Estate Today – NAR Advocacy Podcast
In this episode, Shannon and Patrick break down the key policy and market dynamics shaping commercial real estate today. From tax policy to insurance, to…
CARW Policy Priorities: What Members Are Seeing in the Market
Commercial real estate professionals across Wisconsin are navigating a market defined by higher costs, tighter capital, and increased uncertainty. CARW’s latest member survey reinforced that…
Cleared for Construction: A Full House and a Clear Message
There was a full room for the recent Viewpoints Luncheon featuring the release of Cleared for Construction, a new report from the Wisconsin Policy Forum…
Session is Over – Overview of Legislative Accomplishments
While much of the conversation this year focused on housing, the 2025 legislative session delivered several meaningful updates that directly impact commercial real estate across…
CARW at the Table: Advancing the Conversation Around Building Strong Communities
Strong housing policy doesn’t just support residents—it underpins a strong commercial real estate market. When housing works, businesses can attract talent, communities grow, and investment…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 2026 Q1 Southeast Wisconsin & Madison Commercial Market Numbers
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Tracy Johnson, President & CEO, CARW | 414-698-7474 | tracy@carw.com Chris Allen, Director of Analytics, REDICRE | 952-456-1669 | chris@redicre.com MILWAUKEE, April 2026…
CARW Members Attend Signing of Historic Tax Credit Modernization Bill
CARW members were on hand as Wisconsin leaders signed Assembly Bill 375 into law—marking an important step forward for redevelopment, housing, and investment across the…
CARW – Commissioned Research Highlighted by Elected Officials
At this week’s State of the City address, Milwaukee Mayor, Cavalier Johnson, highlighted recent research examining development and construction trends in our region. That moment…
The Power of Networking Through CARW
In commercial real estate, the difference between knowing about an opportunity and being in the middle of it often comes down to one thing: who…
Step In. Show Up. Make an Impact. Advocacy Doesn’t Just Happen.
Will you be giving to candidates during this election season? Hosting an event? Governor, judge, mayor, council leader, senator, congressman – all qualify. Before you…
New Report Takes a Closer Look at Development Approval Timelines
“Cleared for Construction”, a report commissioned by the Commercial Association of REALTORS® Wisconsin (CARW) and several partners has been released. Conducted by the Wisconsin Policy…
CALL FOR ACTION: Fix the Koble Ruling: Ask Gov. Evers to Sign AB 202
An appellate ruling in Koble creates sweeping new liability for housing providers, exposing them to extreme penalties for minor or harmless lease errors. The Koble decision requires landlords to…
Wisconsin College Students Tackle Real Development Challenge in Inaugural CORE Case Competition
On February 28, the next generation of commercial real estate leaders took center stage during the inaugural Wisconsin CORE Case Competition—an event organized by students…
Life After Tax Reform: NAR Helps Bring Certainty to Business Planning
How the National Association of REALTORS®’ advocacy on the Qualified Business Income Deduction and other tax provisions benefits real estate professionals. (Article from NAR.REALTOR by…
Invest in RPAC. Invest in 2026. Join the Growing List.
Public policy shapes every real estate transaction. From property taxes and building codes to housing supply and development tools, decisions made in Madison and Washington…
CARW Joins Legal Action to Protect Wisconsin’s TIF Framework
The Commercial Association of REALTORS® Wisconsin (CARW) is participating as a plaintiff in litigation being advanced by the Milwaukee Metropolitan Association of Commerce (MMAC) related…
CARW Advocacy Efforts Highlighted at Wisconsin Governor’s Conference
CARW President & CEO Tracy Johnson represented the commercial real estate brokerage industry on a policy and advocacy panel at the Wisconsin Governor’s Conference on…