November 2023 - VOLUME 28 - NUMBER 11 | |
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Sauk Columbia
Euchre Tournament
Thursday, November 16
11:45am-3:00pm
Gem City, Baraboo
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RASCW Holiday Party
Tuesday, December 5
4:00-6:00pm
Beacon Lounge at
Bonfyre Grille, Madison
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Sauk Columbia Holiday Party
Tuesday, December 5
6:00-8:00pm
Field's at the Wilderness,
Wisconsin Dells
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Southwest Holiday Party
Thursday, December 7
5:00-8:00pm
Los Amigos, Platteville
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Vision Board Workshop
Tuesday, December 12
1:00-3:00pm
WRA Education Center, Madison
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Thanks to our sponsors and everyone who came out for last month's Membership Networking Bags Tournament at The Oaks Golf Course in Cottage Grove. Food and drink, good company, creative costumes, and some friendly competition were enjoyed by all! | |
Annual Meeting & Board Installation | |
Members who attended the Annual Meeting & Board Installation enjoyed breakfast and networking, and received updates on the MLS, Association, and WRA. Our 2024 Presidents, Officers, and Directors were also installed. Congratulations to them, and thank you to our outgoing Directors! | |
Membership Dues Renewal Reminder | | |
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You should have now received your 2024 Association membership renewal invoice at the preferred email address we have on record for you. Please refer to that email for details and to pay your renewal dues by December 1, 2023 to avoid an interruption of important services like MLS access, ZipForms, and the Legal Hotline. Just click the "Submit payment online here" link found at the bottom of page one of your invoice to pay via electronic check or credit card. Click here for instructions on how to pay by check. You can also log in to your HomeBase member portal to pay this and other invoices, download receipts, and more. Click the image on the left for a summary of your RASCW member benefits. Thank you for your continued membership, and we look forward to serving you in 2024! | |
RASCW Good Neighbor Award - Nomination Deadline Extended! | |
RASCW knows community is everything to our members and that everyday acts of kindness are part of who you are. To shine the spotlight on our members’ commitment to service and advocacy, we’re bringing the NAR Good Neighbor Award local for a third year and are collecting stories of what you, colleagues, or your office are doing to make a difference. The award will be a donation to a local nonprofit organization of choice – $15,000 will be distributed amongst all recipients and their organizations! Click here or the image on the right for complete award criteria and nomination instructions. Nominate yourself or someone else by November 30! | |
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On October 31, a jury found the National Association of REALTORS® and their co-defendants liable antitrust in the case Burnett v. NAR et al. The plaintiffs argued NAR’s "participation rule", requiring sellers to pay buyers' broker's commissions, led to artificially fixed and inflated commissions and increased buyer costs and home prices. The jury awarded $1.785 billion in damages; however, damages are automatically tripled in antitrust cases. NAR is appealing the case.
Last week, WRA’s Mike Theo (President and CEO), Tom Larson (Executive Vice President), and Cori Lamont (Senior Director of Legal and Public Affairs), provided an update about the impact of this case and verdict, and what it means for Wisconsin and the work of REALTORS®. Click here to watch the recording of that presentation.
Read the response from NAR's President, Tracy Kasper, to this jury decision, which also includes answers to frequently asked questions about the case and its potential implications for the real estate industry. Please watch future communications for continued updates on this case.
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Appraiser License Renewal Year
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Appraisers, don’t forget - it’s a license renewal year! This process must be completed before December 14, 2023. For more information regarding your license renewal with the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS), please click here. | |
November Member Spotlight | |
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Through our Member Spotlight Series, RASCW highlights members and their personal stories to help members connect and empower others to successfully pursue a real estate career. If you'd like to be considered for one of our Member Spotlights, click here to complete the online form.
Our November Spotlight is Cindy Ulsrud, a Realtor® with RE/MAX Preferred Home Teams, who has been in real estate for 25 years and was the 2020 RASCW President. Cindy enjoys meeting and networking with customers, clients, and other agents and the flexibility of her schedule. She recommends that new agents spend at least some time in the office to help learn the industry, as well as take advantage of the events and networking opportunities offered by RASCW, which have helped her grow her business and career. Click here for Cindy's complete spotlight!
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RASCW Celebrates Native American Heritage Month | |
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As National Native American Heritage Month, November is dedicated to celebrating the contributions of Native Americans, as well as recognizing the unique barriers and challenges they have faced, and continue to face, including in the areas of housing, land, and infrastructure access. Here are a number of ways you can educate yourself about Native American history, as well as continue to help work toward positive change, equality, and inclusion in our industry and communities, now and every day:
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MLS Listing Training Videos | |
Whether you’re a new agent or a veteran looking to refresh your skills, be sure to check out the new SCWMLS Listings Training page, where you’ll find short how-to videos, helpful guidelines, and quick links to the most commonly used listing input resources. And don't forget about the available Paragon trainings with SCWMLS staff. Click here for details. | |
Home Buyers Round Table of Dane County | |
Are you working with buyers you think would benefit from learning more about the home buying process? Click here to read about the Home Buyers Round Table (HBRT), which provides expert information and resources to help individuals successfully navigate the Road to Home Ownership. Participation in one of their free Homebuyer Education Workshops also qualifies attendees for available Down Payment Assistance programs. Please reach out to HBRT with any questions! | |
October 2023 Membership Updates | Click Image Above for Larger View | |
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RASCW Involvement Opportunities
Click here to learn more about each of our committees. By joining one, your industry knowledge will increase, your networking skills and connections will grow, and you'll have the opportunity to make a real and positive impact on the local real estate community.
If you'd like more information about getting involved, please contact Erin Volland, RASCW Communication & Engagement Director: erin@wisre.com.
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Click Above for Asking Lease Rates | |
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