Congratulations to our 2017-18 Ken Braden Memorial Scholarship recipient, Samuel Spoerl! Sam is a senior at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, majoring in finance and economics, and earning a certificate in real estate. Sam’s hometown is Milwaukee, where he currently works as a Sales Operations Intern for Direct Supply. After graduation, Sam plans to continue his … Read More
CARW Members Express Greater Optimism BizTimes annual survey suggests continued strength for all sectors, economy
On November 16, as part of the BizTimes Commercial Real Estate Conference at the Italian Community Center, CARW presented the annual “CARW Member Survey”. The commercial real estate market in southeastern Wisconsin has been on a bull run for several years and members of the Commercial Association of Realtors expect that to continue in 2019, with more … Read More
REALTOR Safety Concerns and Resources
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 clients, showing properties or sharing information online. There are a variety of tools you can add to your personal safety protocol, such as the smartphone apps and safety products … Read More
CARW 2018—3rd Quarter Commercial Real Estate Market Report
For More Information, Contact: Tracy Johnson – CARW: (414) 271-2021 | Chris Allen – REDIComps: (952) 456-1669 CARW 2018—3rd Quarter Commercial Real Estate Market Report Southeastern Wisconsin Commercial Real Estate Markets show robust activity and strong investment interest, according to the commercial real estate market reports for the second quarter of 2018, released today by … Read More
Building Value for Commercial Members – CARW highlighted in national publication
CARW President and CEO, Tracy Johnson was featured in REALTOR AE Magazine highlighting how CARW, after 25 years, continues to deliver value to the Wisconsin Commercial Real Estate Market. Among the ways; surveys, office ‘roadshows’, and continuous communication and interaction with external partners. Check it out – and let us know if you have ideas … Read More
National Award Given to CARW Immediate Past Chairman
At the 2018 National REALTOR conference in Boston, November 1-6, past chairman, Ben Adank, SIOR, received national recognition as the Wisconsin Commercial Member of the Year. His work on the NAR national listing platform, RPR, Mid-Year Conference, and the CARW 25th Anniversary programming and communication, were cited for the recognition. Congratulations Ben!
New Member Feature: Tom Perez from Kapur & Associates, Inc.
Join us in welcoming CARW’s newest member, Tom Perez from Kapur & Associates, Inc.. Here are some quick facts about Tom: Q: What was your childhood dream job? A: What else, a Green Bay Packer. Q: What do you do when you’re not at work? A: My daughters keep me occupied, but every once … Read More
RECAP: Foxconn Update with Matt Maroney, DOA
On Monday, November 5, Matt Moroney, head of strategic economic initiatives for Wisconsin DOA met with CARW members. Here are a few key items from the session including newsletter links and Matt’s contact info. Presentation: https://wisconnvalley.wi.gov/Pages/PresentationDownload.aspx Newsletters / Sites: WISCONN VALLEY NEWS Information regarding project status, road updates, next steps, interesting facts and bid opportunity alerts … Read More
NextGen’R of the Week – Maddie Blankenship
We will be featuring one of the CARW NextGen participants. There are 18 commercial real estate professionals involved in the program – each with their unique story to share and individual motivation for involvement. This week’s featured NextGen’R is Maddie Blankenship from Founders 3 Real Estate Services. Maddie Blankenship | Founders 3 Real Estate Services … Read More
Midterm Elections – November 6 | Support Pro-Real Estate Candidates
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 Senator, and Wisconsin Attorney General. There are many assembly and state senate races and referendums on the ballot. Click HERE for more information on YOUR ballot issues. The importance of … Read More
RECAP: 2018 Deal of the Year Awards & Annual Meeting
The Deal of the Year Awards recognizes the most notable commercial real estate professionals and transactions in Wisconsin. The Awards Event was created to highlight accomplished CARW REALTOR® members who have displayed exceptional achievement in sale and/or lease transactions between July 31, 2017 and August 1, 2018. A Winner was selected in the following categories: Development, Industrial, … Read More
New Member Feature: Natalie Bowers from Colliers International
Join us in welcoming CARW’s newest member, Natalie Bowers from Colliers International. Here are some quick facts about Natalie: Q: What was your childhood dream job? A: I absolutely had no doubt in my mind that I would be a model. I even tried calling different agencies but was told that I was too short. … Read More
Association Health Plan Update – AHP Rule Challenged in Court
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 ultimately overseeing the process and definitions. As expected, last week, twelve attorney generals (AGs) filed suit against the Department of Labor (DOL) challenging the Association Health Plan (AHP) rule issued in June. The … Read More
2019 Annual Sponsor Opportunities for CARW
Don’t miss 2019 Annual Sponsor Opportunities for CARW! Benefits of CARW Annual Sponsorship: Exposure to thousands of commercial real estate professionals weekly via online communications Exclusive presenting sponsor opportunities Speaking opportunities Prominent visibility on CARW website Signage at all CARW events (30+ each year) Tickets to CARW events – Access to sponsor-only events and opportunities Learn More NOW! … Read More
RECAP: MSOE’s New AI Initiative – Lunch & Learn
On Monday, October 15, Dr. Blake Wentz, chair of MSOE’s Civil and Architectural Engineering and Construction Management Department presented to a group of real estate professionals at MSOE’s Grohmann tower. Wentz introduced the artificial intelligence (AI) technology that will transform their campus. MSOE will be a national educational leader in this transformative technology space, and will … Read More
Members participated in Women in Real Estate Summit
On Wednesday, October 3, 2018, CARW Members participated in the Women in Real Estate Summit at Potawatomi Hotel & Casino. Here are some of the Lessons Learned from Leaders in Real Estate Today: Business owners discuss continued support for diversity with commercial real estate professionals The types of education, networking and learning opportunities available to help compete … Read More
NEW CATYLIST FEATURE! Include Marketing Flyer in Reports
NEW FEATURE! Include Marketing Flyer in Reports Marketing Flyers can now be included as a part of your single or bundled reports. The example images below show where you can choose the ‘Include Broker Flyer’ checkbox to have the Marketing Flyer joined to your selected .pdf report. *Note, if multiple Flyers exist, the system will … Read More
We Want YOUR Pulse on the Marketplace
Part of our role is to survey the membership to get their pulse on the marketplace. Please help us by completing the one-minute survey! CARW is pleased to partner with BizTimes in the production of the Commercial Real Estate Conference – A New Purpose – Adaptive Reuse: Just Leftovers, or a New Main Course? >> Take … Read More
NAR Urges Deduction for Rental Income
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, and limited liability companies. The new deduction is intended to provide roughly the same tax rate cut the Act provided to regular corporations. However, it is unclear whether owners of … Read More
Steve Pape from Founders 3 Real Estate Services and Jeff Hoffman, SIOR, CCIM appointed to WRA BOD!
Congrats to Steve Pape (Founders 3 Real Estate Services) and Jeff Hoffman, SIOR, CCIM (Cushman Wakefield | The Boerke Co.) who were both appointed to the WRA (Wisconsin REALTORS® Association) board of directors. Jeff will continue to serve on the executive board and Steve will serve as a director at large for 2018/19.
NextGen’R of the Week – Kyle Mack
We will be featuring one of the CARW NextGen participants. There are 18 commercial real estate professionals involved in the program – each with their unique story to share and individual motivation for involvement. This week’s featured NextGen’R is Kyle Mack from CBRE. Kyle Mack | CBRE e: [email protected] | p: 414.274.1642 Q: Which projects … Read More
NextGen’R of the Week – Jordan Michalkiewicz
We will be featuring one of the CARW NextGen participants. There are 18 commercial real estate professionals involved in the program – each with their unique story to share and individual motivation for involvement. This week’s featured NextGen’R is Jordan Michalkiewicz from SARA Investment Real Estate. Jordan Michalkiewicz | SARA Investment Real Estate e: [email protected] | … Read More
NextGen Class of 2018
Congrats to our Class of 2018! Maddie Blankenship – Founders 3 Real Estate Services Jay Blom – Founders 3 Real Estate Services John Davis – Founders 3 Real Estate Services Brian DelVecchio – Schenck SC Nicholas Hepner – JLL Andre Jones – Imajine Realty Partners, LLC Kris Kucharski – NAI MLG Commercial Nick Lemke – … Read More
Past Chair Spotlight | Stephen Provancher, Principal | NAI MLG Commercial
Name: Stephen Provancher Title: Principal Company: NAI MLG Commercial Contact: email: [email protected] | phone: 262.271.4440 1. Thinking back on your time as president/chairman, what was the accomplishment you are most proud of? Achieving my #1goal/objective of growing our affiliate membership while getting current members to focus on using CARW Members on their deals and growth of … Read More
Recap Rainmaker Event: Amazon HQ2 Site Selection and Adaptive Reuse – Featuring KC Conway, MAI, CRE
On Wednesday, September 19, KC Conway, Director of Research and Corporate Engagement for University of Alabama and Chief Economist for CCIM Institute was the featured speaker for the CARW 2018 Rainmaker Event which took place at HUB640 (former Boston Store at Grand Avenue Mall). Conway discussed the Amazon HQ2 site selection process, adaptive reuse and … Read More
NextGen’R of the Week – Maddie Blankenship
We will be featuring one of the CARW NextGen participants. There are 18 commercial real estate professionals involved in the program – each with their unique story to share and individual motivation for involvement. This week’s featured NextGen’R is Maddie Blankenship from Founders 3 Real Estate Services. Maddie Blankenship | Founders 3 Real Estate Services … Read More
2018 Goldie Gala – Women in Commercial Real Estate Receive Support, Scholarships
The Goldie Gala 10th Anniversary was celebrated on Friday, September 14. The Goldie Initiative offers a unique program to women seeking a graduate degree with a focus in commercial real estate. Founded by Goldie B. Wolfe Miller, a renowned commercial real estate entrepreneur, the Goldie Scholars have access to networking opportunities, mentoring and leadership training. NAR is … Read More
NextGen Recap: Why CRE Needs Asset/Property Management
On September 5, the CARW NextGen finished their 9-month program with a panel of Project Managers. Big thanks to Tammy Babisch – Colliers International, Ryan McIlwee – Zilber Property Group and Sherry King – Tishman Speyer. They shared with the NextGen group secrets to their success, horror stories they experienced and information about how they … Read More
NextGen’R Of The Week – Jay Blom
We will be featuring one of the CARW NextGen participants. There are 18 commercial real estate professionals involved in the program – each with their unique story to share and individual motivation for involvement. This week’s featured NextGen’R is Jay Blom from Founders 3 Real Estate Services. Jay Blom | Founders 3 Real Estate Services … Read More
Grant Opportunities Available Through the City of Milwaukee Commercial Corridors Team
Below are the grants provided to design to assist with buildout, equipment purchase, and other tenant and property improvements. Signage Grant The Signage Grant Program was established to provide business owners financial incentive to add signage to commercial buildings in order to better promote their business to patrons and potential customers. This program provides up … Read More
Changes to Association Health Plans Will Take Effect Beginning on September 1st, 2018.
In Wisconsin, we expect guidance as to how the State will work with these plans to be reported soon. CARW and the National Association of REALTORS has been following this issue closely, particularly over the past several months as changes have been announced. At CARW’s July board meeting, directors heard from one of the State’s … Read More
New Email Tool Coming Soon to Catylist Research – Create Eye-Grabbing Email Marketing
In response to your requests to develop more eye-catching email blasts of your listings and properties, coming soon, Catylist will offer a new email marketing tool. The changes will be coming in the next week or so. Click here to see the demo ahead of launch. Also, the system continues to grow with nearly 40,000 spaces cataloged. Below … Read More
2018 Sheboygan Development Networking Event
Real-estate, development, financial and construction professionals as well as the Sheboygan-area business community are welcome to join us for the 2018 Sheboygan Developer’s Summit Networking Event. No cost, but must register. Free beverages and food will be available. Date: Tuesday, October 2nd Time: 4:30 – 6:00 PM (5:30-5:40 brief market update) Location: 3 Sheeps Brewery … Read More
Join in celebrating Sid Grinker Restoration’s 60th Anniversary
Friday September 7th Live music starts at 1pm | Food & Festivities All Day Please share with your teams – All are welcome! More information and registration HERE!
NextGen’R Of The Week – Nick Lemke
We will be featuring one of the CARW NextGen participants. There are 18 commercial real estate professionals involved in the program – each with their unique story to share and individual motivation for involvement. This week’s featured NextGen’R is Nick Lemke from TCF Bank. Nick Lemke | TCF Bank e: [email protected] | p: 414.351.8528 Q: Which projects … Read More
Real World Example of Wetland Reform Bill Benefiting Clients
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 in the state of Wisconsin that members of CARW and WRA had been advocating for to ease regulatory burden during the site selection and development process. There have been a … Read More
2018 CARW Golf Outing Recap
The CARW Golf Outing once again brought out the best in the industry. We had great weather with looming rain – but it held off. Our event and course sponsors kept the energy up and the pace of play moving. Several changes this year allowed us to finish in record time for most foursomes. Big thanks to Old National … Read More
Sponsor Spotlight | Matthew Mehring, President | Anderson Ashton Design/Build
Our Annual Sponsors are key to CARW events, programming and more. We love to highlight them in our weekly CARW Connector and through social media. We hope you’ll reach out to get to know them! This week, we feature Anderson Ashton Design/Build President, Matthew Mehring. Name: Matthew Mehring, LEED AP Title: President Company: Anderson Ashton Design/Build … Read More
How CRE and Blockchain Intersect – August Lunch & Learn Recap
Jason Normandin, Manager of the Web Technologies Group, from NAR (National Association of REALTORS) joined us for our August Lunch and Learn to discuss Commercial Real Estate and Blockchain. The discussion broke down what blockchain is and how it works, outlining the various ways it may impact commercial real estate and specifically the way in … Read More
CARW Golf Outing – Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What time does the golf outing start? A: Registration opens at 9:30 AM – putting greens, driving range, Bloody Mary Bar (provided by Innovative Signs) Q: When is the shotgun? A: 11 AM Q: What do I wear? A: You can find the North Shore Country Club dress code by clicking HERE. Q: Where do … Read More