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...
Property Tax Assessment Practices Update - March 14, 2019
2019-21 Wisconsin Budget Items CARW will be Monitoring - March 6, 2019
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...
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...
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...
Big Win for REALTORS® on IRS Guidance for 20% Income Deduction - August 10, 2018
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...
Tax Reform Update and Opportunity Zones for Construction Contractors and Real Estate Businesses - July 13, 2018
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....
“Dark Store” Property Tax Assessment Committee Finalized - June 25, 2018
“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...
Washington, D.C. Legislative Meetings and Hill Visits | Regulatory Reform, EB-5, Federal Energy Tax Deduction - May 29, 2018
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...
What the Latest Banking Reform Regulation Means for Construction Financing (Tri City National Bank) - May 29, 2018
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...
State Real Estate Issues | 68 Legislative Priorities Passed Into Law - May 15, 2018
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...
ALERT – Historic Tax Credit Bill Signed Into Law - April 16, 2018
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...
Wisconsin is Open for Business - April 12, 2018
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...
OSL – FAQ – Commercial Form - April 8, 2018
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...
Changes to AB 812 | Vacant Land Disclosure Report - March 27, 2018
AB 812 is legislation recently passed by the legislature and is waiting for the Governor’s signature that modifies both the residential real estate condition...
EB-5 Legislative Update - March 26, 2018
First Pathway Partners March 23, 2018 – Early Friday U.S. Congress passed, and President Trump later signed, an extension to the EB-5 regional center...
Latest Legal Resources - March 13, 2018
As a REALTOR®, your everyday business transaction are legal in nature, And the WRA is here to help! Your REALTOR® CARW membership includes access...
Watch Oral Arguments in Important TIF Case Before Supreme Court - March 2, 2018
Watch Oral Arguments in Important TIF Case Before Supreme Court Recorded by WisconsinEye League of Wisconsin Municipalities By Claire Silverman, Legal Counsel, League of Wisconsin Municipalities...