On Monday, March 30th – Patrick Wohl, Political Representative with the National Association of Realtors spoke to CARW Members on what the COVID-19 Economic Relief … Read More
Realtors From Across North America Support the House Approval of USMCA
Late last month after the ratification of the USMCA (United States-Mexico Canada Trade Agreement), NAR (National Association of Realtors®) President Vince Malta issued the following statement in … Read More
8 NAR Commercial Priorities for the 119th Congress
The National Association of REALTORS has introduced a robust legislative agenda related to commercial real estate. These issues span from individual business deduction to infrastructure. … Read More
State of Wisconsin Budget Update
On Wednesday, June 26, the Wisconsin State Senate approved the 2019-21 State budget that will now go to Governor Evers. The $81.7 billion version of … Read More
Property Tax Assessment Practices Update
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 … Read More
2019-21 Wisconsin Budget Items CARW will be Monitoring
On February 28, 2019, Governor Tony Evers released his 2019-2021 biennium budget. The budget includes a wide range or policy changes and reversal of several … Read More
IRS Holds Opportunity Zone Hearing
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 … Read More
Commercial Real Estate and Government Day – Save the Date – April 24, 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, … Read More
Will 2019 Deliver Dark Store Solutions?
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 … Read More
Tax Win: IRS Provides Clear Test on How 20% Deduction Applies to Rental Income, Exchanges
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 … Read More
Infrastructure, Health Insurance Among 2019 National REALTOR® Policy Priorities
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 … Read More
Big Win for REALTORS® on IRS Guidance for 20% Income Deduction
If you were tuned to the news Aug. 8 you might have heard the IRS released proposed regulations on the new 20 percent business income … Read More
Tax Reform Update and Opportunity Zones for Construction Contractors and Real Estate Businesses
On Wednesday, July 11, Brenda Graat of Baker Tilly presented a tax reform update. She presented key tax reform takeaways for construction contractors and real estate businesses. … Read More
“Dark Store” Property Tax Assessment Committee Finalized
“Dark Store” Property Tax Assessment Committee Finalized The Joint Legislative Council voted to approve the proposed membership of the 2018 Legislative Council study committee on … Read More
Washington, D.C. Legislative Meetings and Hill Visits | Regulatory Reform, EB-5, Federal Energy Tax Deduction
CARW Leaders participated in the NAR Mid-Year legislative meetings and hill visits in Mid-May. Ben Adank (SARA Investment Real Estate), Curt Pitzen (NAI MLG Commercial), Steve … Read More
What the Latest Banking Reform Regulation Means for Construction Financing (Tri City National Bank)
On May 24th the President signed into law S. 2155, the “Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act”. In that legislation real estate professionals … Read More
State Real Estate Issues | 68 Legislative Priorities Passed Into Law
The Commercial Association of REALTORS® Wisconsin, in its affiliation with the Wisconsin REALTORS® Association, benefits from the strength and breadth of the industry’s advocacy efforts … Read More
ALERT – Historic Tax Credit Bill Signed Into Law
On Monday, April 16, Governor Walker signed into law SB 668 (ACT 280), to increase the cap for the historic tax credit from $500,000 … Read More
Wisconsin is Open for Business
Wisconsin is Open for Business The U.S. Treasury Approves Wisconsin’s Economic Opportunity Zone Designations The U.S. Treasury approved the first round of designated qualified … Read More
OSL – FAQ – Commercial Form
FAQ: Practice by Out-of-State Licensees (OSL) How does Wisconsin’s Out‐of‐State license (OSL) law impact how I interact with OSL brokers? The legislation offers the … Read More