On September 12, 2023, the “Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act,” (H.R. 5419) was introduced by Reps. Walberg (R-MI), Cuellar (D-TX), Cardenas (D-CA),…
The Passing of Mark Brickman
We were saddened to learn of the passing of Mark Brickman, a titan of commercial real estate in our community. His legacy will live on…
NAR Supports Efforts to Provide Tax Credit for Qualified Property Conversion Expenditures
A coalition of 16 national real estate organizations on Oct. 12, 2022 recommended certain enhancements and expansions to the Revitalizing Downtowns Act (S. 2511, H.R. 4759). The…
CARW Receives National Recognition from NAR
The Commercial Association of REALTORS Wisconsin, for the second year in a row, has earned the highest honors from the National Association of REALTORS (NAR)….
Participate in the Annual BizTimes Market Survey
Take a moment to complete the following Annual Commercial Real Estate survey of CARW members conducted in partnership with BizTimes. BizTimes will compile the results…
2023 NextGen Graduation – Congratulations Graduates!
Congratulations to the 2023 CARW NextGen class. After 10 months of classes, networking, tours and sessions, the group celebrated their achievement. They join more than…
Wisconsin 2024: The Center of the Political Universe
By Joe Murray, WRA: In a recent Milwaukee Journal Sentinel column, veteran political reporter Craig Gilbert hypothesized Wisconsin’s role in the 2024 elections: “What does seem…
September 2023 Commercial Real Estate Market Insights
From NAR: While the massive interest rate hikes have hammered the commercial real estate market, the recent Federal Reserve decision to hold rates unchanged will…
2024 CARW Sponsorships Offer Visibility, Exclusivity, Networking
Are you interested in becoming a 2024 CARW annual sponsor? CARW has designed the Annual Sponsorship Packages to maximize your marketing and networking budget, to…
2024 CARW Annual Sponsorship
Are you interested in becoming a 2024 CARW annual sponsor? CARW has designed the Annual Sponsorship Packages to maximize your marketing and networking budget, to…
Online Code of Ethics Training is Available!
REALTOR® members must complete two and a half (2.5) hours of ethics training, meeting specific learning objectives and criteria, within three (3) year cycles. Mandatory…
REALTOR Safety Month Resources Week 4 – https://www.nar.realtor/safety/realtor-safety-tips-from-nar
The goal of NAR’s REALTOR® Safety Program is to educate members about the potential dangers you face on the job, so you are not only…
Did you Know that Your CARW Dues are Tax-Deductible?
Did you know that a majority of your REALTOR(r) dues and 100% of your CARW dues are tax-deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense…
Personal Taxes – Lunch and Learn Recap
Big thanks to Brian DelVecchio (Principal, Real Estate) and Jay Varhelyi (Tax Director) both with CLA for sharing insights and information during this week’s Lunch…
REALTOR Safety Month Resources Week 2 – Safety Webinar
Make sure you understand the risks, learn the warning signs, and know how to avoid becoming a victim. Watch our webinars on-demand and hear from…
Interested in Running for Elected Office? Check out the Candidate Training Academy:
The Candidate Training Academy gives REALTORS®, REALTOR®-friendly candidates and potential candidates an introduction to and expectation of how run for public office. It is a…
REALTOR Safety Month Resources Week 1 – Resources for Personal Protection
As a REALTOR®, it’s important you have a personal safety protocol in place that you use every day with every client, like when meeting new…
Building REALTOR® Advocacy Efforts with Property Owners Statewide
Submitted by Nathan Conrad, WRA Director of Political Advocacy: Back in April at REALTOR® & Government Day, said, “advocacy is everything.” The $525 million workforce and…
The Significance of Workforce Housing in Wisconsin’s Commercial Real Estate Landscape
The Wisconsin REALTORS Association advocates for the development of strong communities by focusing on housing initiatives that also have a strong commercial tie. Check out…
Holding the Line on Property Taxes – Eliminating the Personal Property Tax
One of the most important issues the REALTORS advocate for is keeping property taxes low and generally reducing the tax burden on property owners. Wisconsin…