Are you interested in participating in our dialogue with WRA on the status and future of LOI for commercial practitioners in Wisconsin? Please contact Tracy...
LOI – Letters of Intent – We Want Your Input - April 4, 2019
That’s Who We “R” – REALTORS Advertising Campaign - April 1, 2019
For REALTORS®, “That’s Who We R” functions as a rallying cry, instilling pride in their everyday actions and all the ways they go above and...
Fundamentals of Tax Incremental Financing – Webinar – CARW Member Discount | Save the Date - March 27, 2019
CARW is proud to work with WEDA (Wisconsin Economic Development Association) to bring a discounted rate to members for this webinar on the fundamentals of...
Legislative Update – Meeting with DOA Secretary Joel Brennan - March 27, 2019
Members of CARW Board and Policy Committee had the opportunity to meet with Department of Administration Secretary Joel Brennan. Joel, a long-time member of the...
Property Tax Assessment Practices Update - March 14, 2019
An issue we have been monitoring and educating on for more than two years, continues to evolve. The ever-complicated Dark Store legislation that was introduced...
IRS Holds Opportunity Zone Hearing - February 21, 2019
By Erin Stackley, NAR On Thursday, February 14, the IRS held a public hearing on Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZ), seeking input relating to the first...
Commercial Real Estate and Government Day – Save the Date – April 24, 2019 - February 13, 2019
One of the most important engagements of the year is Commercial Real Estate and Government Day. This year, the event will be held on Wednesday,...
Will 2019 Deliver Dark Store Solutions? - February 1, 2019
The tax assessment process in Wisconsin has been the focus of discussion and legislation since the bills were introduced. While legislation was not put forth during...
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Visits with CARW - January 28, 2019
On Friday, January 18, members of CARW policy committee and leadership met with Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele on Milwaukee County priorities, issues and economic...
Support for AHP Efforts - January 24, 2019
NAR continues to advocate for changes to promote and protect association health plans (AHPs). In addition to joining an amicus brief in support of the...
Tax Win: IRS Provides Clear Test on How 20% Deduction Applies to Rental Income, Exchanges - January 24, 2019
The Internal Revenue Service has issued final rules on the 20 percent business income deduction (Sec. 199A of the Tax Code) that was enacted in...
Infrastructure, Health Insurance Among 2019 National REALTOR® Policy Priorities - December 26, 2018
The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) continues to be at forefront of discussions as Congress and the White House seek agreement on a comprehensive national...
Changes to the U.S. Tax Code Can Save Independent Contractors - December 22, 2018
Access and Share Tutorials on 20% Deduction, Other Tax Law Changes Changes to the U.S. Tax Code that potentially can save you thousands of dollars...
Congratulations to Craig Thompson, named Department of Transportation Secretary - December 21, 2018
The Commercial Association of REALTORS Wisconsin (CARW), representing more than 750 commercial real estate practitioners, congratulates Craig Thompson on the appointment for Secretary of the...
Protecting Property Rights | Decreasing Regulation | Keeping the Broker at the Center of the Transaction - December 18, 2018
CARW members are part of the Wisconsin REALTORS® Association (WRA) and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) with connected legislative priorities. The benefits of participating in...
Industry Support of Foxconn Water Diversion - December 12, 2018
Earlier in December, a lawsuit was filed against the Wisconsin DNR related to Foxconn’s water diversion plans. Our organization continues to engage in the process...
Midterm Elections – November 6 | Support Pro-Real Estate Candidates - October 28, 2018
The 2018 Midterm elections are November 6, 2018. Early voting has already begun. Among the important decisions being decided, Wisconsinites will vote for Governor, US...
Association Health Plan Update – AHP Rule Challenged in Court - October 16, 2018
CARW has been following closely, the ability to offer association health plans. While federal legislation was recently changed to allow for AHP’s, the States are...
NAR Urges Deduction for Rental Income - October 2, 2018
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act includes a 20 percent deduction from the net business income of sole proprietors and owners of S corporations, partnerships,...
Real World Example of Wetland Reform Bill Benefiting Clients - August 28, 2018
In the past legislative session, the Wisconsin legislature passed AB547 also known as the Wetland Reform Bill. This bill addressed difficultaies with non-navigable, isolated wetlands...