REALTOR® CODE OF ETHICS:
ARTICLE 2
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The National Association of REALTORS® adopted the Code of Ethics in 1913, following the professions of medicine, law, and engineering.
REALTORS® are real estate professionals who have chosen to join the National Association and abide by its strict Code of Ethics.
REALTORS® are subject to disciplinary action and sanctions if they violate the duties imposed by the Code of Ethics.
Article 2:
The National Association’s Code of Ethics obligates REALTORS® to refrain from exaggerating, misrepresenting, or concealing pertinent facts related to a property or to a transaction.
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MARDI GRAS CASINO NIGHT & PIG ROAST
FOR THE AMERICAN LEGION POST 449
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Date: Wednesday, February 28th
Time: 5pm - 10pm
Location: The American Legion Post 449
3245 N 124th St Brookfield, WI 53005
Featuring live music by Scott Bush and the Lounge Dogs! 🎸🎶
Sponsored by GMAR Veterans Support Committee
Everyone's Welcome!
Come join us for an enjoyable night of gambling and fellowship!
$30 gets you a pig roast dinner, playing chips for the tables and entertainment.
If you wish to sponsor a Vet contact us to pre-pay for the event!
Cash in your chips for tickets for raffle drawing.
Any questions or to help sponsor the event call Chris Novak 262-894-5412 cnovak36@gmail.com
Click here to view the flyer.
Click here to view the half cow raffle flyer.
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GMAR FLOWERS FOR SCHOLARS |
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Here is an opportunity for you to order hanging baskets and/or flower pots (at a great price!). Hanging baskets are $45.00 and the planters are $50.00.
$12 for each plant ordered will benefit the GMAR Youth Foundation college scholarship program!
Children and grandchildren of GMAR members are eligible for one of 7 - $1000 scholarships this year. For more information and an application, go to www.GMAR.com and click on Youth Foundation.
Order deadline is Tuesday, March 5th (pick-up Tuesday, May 7th)
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CHECK OUT THE NEW GMAR BLOG POST! |
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According to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), 80% of buyers reported their agent’s negotiation skills were very important during their transaction. In addition, nearly 80% were satisfied with their REALTOR’s negotiation expertise.
Click the graphic below to view the full blog post.
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B & M
TAX & CONSULTING SERVICES
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We welcome you!
13745 W. Capitol Drive, Suite C - Brookfield, WI 53005
B&M Accounting and Tax Service, Inc. is a well-established professional accounting & tax firm with a highly respected business. At B&M, we rescue our clients from paying thousands of dollars in unnecessary taxes every year.
*15 years of experience as income tax & accounting professionals
- Tax Planning
- Tax Preparation
- Tax Resolution
- Payroll
- Non Profit Services
- Investments
- Business Consulting
- Accounting & Bookkeeping
Call for an appointment (262-599-8015)
or email: info@bmaccountingtax.com
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Owners Bezawit Deneke, MBA, CPA, CTC
& Mahader Weldemichael, CPA, CTC
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LUNCH AND LEARN SPONSORED BY THE KETTLE MORAINE COUNCIL |
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Date: March 5
Time: 11:30am - 1:30pm
Location: Jug's Hitching Post
Topics to include:
Estate Title
Merit Title - James Ramseter, General Counsel
Divorce Title
Matrix Title – John Rehman, Owner
Wire Fraud
Knight Barry Title – Cheri Hipenbecker, General Counsel
Lunch & Soda Provided/ Cash Bar Available/ Gift Cards to be raffled - Please bring business card to enter, must be present to win!
Click here to view the full flyer. |
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WOMEN'S COUNCIL OF REALTORS® EVENT
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The Women’s Council of REALTORS® is EXCITED to announce that they will be hosting International Keynote Speaker, Award-Winning Performer, and American Ninja Warrior, Alex Weber on Thursday March 21, 2024, 11:00am to 3:00pm at The Brookfield Conference Center located at 325 S Moorland Rd., Brookfield, WI 53005.
Alex has positively impacted over 3.5 Million people worldwide to overcome their challenges, fears, and even failures to achieve their highest goals!
But not only has Alex talked the talk as an in-demand international speaker, he’s walked the walk as an elite competitor on NBC’s Emmy-nominated series American Ninja Warrior. Well, more like, leaped the leap! This wildly popular TV show has sparked a global phenomenon to the extent that hundreds of thousands of people apply, and only a few hundred are given the rare opportunity to compete. Alex is the only person to host and compete on NBC's American Ninja Warrior.
Alex’s greatest passion is championing your highest leadership & performance potential by giving you his Unstoppable System!
Click here to view the flyer.
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MASTERING ENERGY AND BUILDING RESILIENCE WITH JOANA BROMLEY |
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Make sure you’re a part of a transformative journey with us at Wisdom Wednesday for an exclusive event, "Mastering Energy and Building Resilience," featuring the insightful Joana Bromley. Join us to delve into the keys of career elevation, exploring the optimization of well-being, enriched self-awareness, and the mastery of capacity management skills.
In this engaging session, discover the art of sustaining peak performance, gaining valuable insights that promise increased productivity and enduring success. This event goes beyond conventional approaches, offering a holistic perspective on thriving in both personal and professional spheres. Don't miss out on this transformative event on Wednesday, February 21st!
We’re excited to host this event in the beautiful Lake Lounge at Brookfield Lakes (off Bluemound, not too far from Lifetime Fitness in Brookfield). Doors open at 11:30 AM, lunch will be served at 11:45 with the training at 12 Noon sharp.
The training will be done by 1pm but we will have a Q & A and networking to follow for those who can stick around. You’ll be out and on your way by 1:30pm at the latest.
Some will, most won’t. We want to be the some!
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UNLOCK YOUR 2024 TAX-STRATEGIES TO GIVE YOURSELF A RAISE! FREE ZOOM SEMINAR |
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Tax Reduction Strategies for the Real Estate Professional
(Zoom Seminar)
Unlock Your Personalized Tax Strategies to Drastically Reduce Your Tax Bill!
Keep More of Your Hard-Earned Money in 2024 and Beyond!
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, March 7
Time: 9:30 am-12:00 pm, CDT
(Please log in 10 minutes early. Seminar begins promptly.)
Free Zoom Seminar
- You must pre-register for this class
- Spaces are limited
- Class will not be recorded
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ORDER YOUR PERSONALIZED VIP TICKETS FOR THE REALTORS® HOME & GARDEN SHOW TODAY!
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Providing your client base with a free ticket will allow you a valuable opportunity to maintain that important personal connection. It has proven to be an effective and inexpensive marketing tool for many GMAR members who order every year and view it as one approach to their growth. They report that sending VIP tickets has proven to be an invaluable return on a nominal investment.
Or
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YOUTH FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
ARE AVAILABLE!
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The Greater Milwaukee Association of REALTORS® Youth Foundation will award seven $1,000 scholarships to children or grandchildren of GMAR members during 2024.
Members must have maintained their relationship with the GMAR continuously for at
least three (3) years. Deadline to apply is March 31, 2024.
Click the button below for the application.
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Take the mystery out of how to become a successful home inspector!
- In person training (not online) = higher success rate
- When you pass the exam - we'll pay you the exam fee!
- Learn from the largest home inspection company in Wisconsin instead of just the school
- No sales pitch. Just results
Sign up now! The next class starts March 25, 2024.
Click here to view the full flyer. |
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YOUTH FOUNDATION 2024 VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT! |
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Date: Thursday, February 15
Time: 11:00am
Location: Libby Montana
5616 W Donges Bay Rd.
Mequon, WI
Registration $200 Per Team
Contact
or
Sponsors Welcome!
To view the full flyer, click here.
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VOLUNTEER WITH SECURE FUTURES! |
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SecureFutures, are in need of more volunteers for our Money Coach program this spring!
SecureFutures, founded in 2006, equips teens with money management skills, tools, and mentoring so they can achieve financial capability, reach their goals, and strengthen their communities. SecureFutures' life-changing financial mentoring program, Money Coach, is in need of more volunteers to serve as mentors for the spring semester!
Money Coach is a semester-long (10-week) program that focuses on teaching 3 components to students: creating a budget, tracking expenses, and opening a bank account. There are two roles to choose from: Group Coach and One-on-One Coach. Coaches will meet with their students every other week for 60-90 minutes.
What if I'm not a financial expert?
You do not need to have a financial background to volunteer; all are welcome! Training is provided and required for new volunteers and those who have not volunteered in the current school year.
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YOUTH FOUNDATION MEAT RAFFLE |
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Click the button below to sign up! |
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METRO MLS LAUNCHED
A NEW SHOWING PLATFORM AND SCHEDULING PLATFORM
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Metro MLS launched a new showing platform and scheduling platform, Aligned Showings, on Dec. 5 as a member benefit. Aligned Showings is a modern, user-friendly product with a robust messaging component that streamlines the showing process for real estate professionals and their clients.
Want to receive Aligned Showings training?
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HOUSING, RACE, AND EQUITY WORKSHOPS |
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You're invited to attend Milwaukee Habitat's new workshop which is open to volunteers, supporters, and the public.
Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity’s Housing, Race and Equity Workshop is a 2 hour interactive, discussion based, opportunity to better understand how local history has impacted our housing patterns. By examining primary sources and data maps we’ll seek to understand how segregated housing was a conscious institutional choice and the very real effect these decisions have had on the Milwaukee metro area. After looking at recent housing trends, we’ll have the opportunity to make a commitment to affordable housing and learn a few ways to take informed action.
After signing up you'll receive a calendar invite for the event that includes the location!
Dates:
- Thursday, February 15th, 9am-11am (We Energies on North Avenue in Milwaukee)
- Tuesday, February 27, 5:30pm-7:30pm 3920 Murray Avenue, Shorewood WI 53211, lower
level of village center
- Wednesday, March 13th, 9am-11am (We Energies on North Avenue in Milwaukee)
- Wednesday April 10th, 9am-11am (We Energies on North Avenue in Milwaukee)
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REALTOR® & GOVERNMENT DAY
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We are less than 1 week until the 2024 REALTOR® & Government Day.
Have you registered?
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The bus to Madison is now full. Please contact Marne if you’d like to be put on a waiting list.
3 bus pick up/drop off locations:
10:45 Watertown Plank Road Park And Ride (10600 W. Watertown Plank Road, Wauwatosa)
11:15 Goerke’s Corners Park And Ride (400 N. Barker Road, Brookfield)
11:30 Nagawaukee Park And Ride (I-94/Hwy 83, Delafield)
(bus will depart Madison promptly at 5:30)
The bus is free thanks to our sponsors:
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The BEST in Inspection Services!
Residential, commercial and standalone ancillary services.
What makes your company stand out in your industry?
In 2024, we will have been inspecting Wisconsin properties for 27 years! We have a team of licensed, professional, inspectors who not only conduct home inspections, but also commercial properties and stand alone ancillary inspections. Having an entire team of inspectors not only affords us the flexibility to book and complete your single residential inspections more quickly, it also allows us the ability to accommodate investors who purchase properties in bulk and need a large number of inspections completed in a short period of time. We go above and beyond for our clients by purchasing a suite of warranties and provide them at no cost to the client for their protection. We are family and veteran owned and operated, and give back to veteran buyers. When they need a wood destroying organism for their VA loan, we apply a $175 credit and only charge them for the home inspection. We inspect ALL of Southeastern Wisconsin, 414, 262, 920 and 608! Last but not least, our customer service is second to none. The 900+, five star Google reviews from past clients and agents speak for themselves!
How can a REALTOR® help their client(s) by using your product/service?
When a realtor refers their client to Homesight, there are benefits to both. First of all our goal is to provide the client with knowledge of the current conditions of a property so that they have complete comfort moving forward with the transaction. All of our inspectors understand that how you deliver a message can be equally as impactful as the issue itself.
What does the client get from Homesight?
Not only are they partnering with thorough and experienced inspectors but Homesight also protects the client. We purchase and provide 5 complimentary warranties mold, sewer, mechanical, structural and roof leak policies to the client specifically for their protection. NO other inspection company does this!
What does the REALTOR® get from Homesight?
When a Buyer's Agent refers to their client, we purchase and provide a repair estimate report which accompanies our inspection report. This is completely optional and it saves the realtor time by not having to research, call and meet with contractors just to get a cost for repairs. Our goal is to assist in smoothly and efficiently moving past the inspection process to a successful close!
What’s your outlook for the industry in 2024?
The last few years have been challenging for the real estate industry, this includes home inspection. Homesight has weathered many difficult markets since 1997. We were here yesterday, we're here today and we'll be here tomorrow. Unfortunately, however, the industry continues to lose inspectors, the one-man-shows who just can't make ends meet with the consistent loss of business. Did you know that almost 40% of home inspectors in Wisconsin did not renew their license in 2022?! In response to the upcoming potential shortage of home inspectors, Homesight created Homesight Academy. This school will train new home inspectors, and impart our 27 years of experience and industry knowledge to help them to become great inspectors and pillars of the inspection community. We will also continue to support realtors by hosting free, fun, social/networking events, offering free repair estimate reports to accompany our inspection reports, holding free educational seminars regularly throughout the year and delivering the BEST inspections through our team of professional inspectors. We are optimistic that 2024 will be a great year for real estate and we're ready to take it on! Bring it!
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GMAR MEMBERS-ONLY FACEBOOK GROUP |
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Join our members-only Facebook group! This group was created for our members to connect with each other and discuss industry-related questions/concerns as well as to keep you informed on association news and updates. If there are any specific topics you would like to see more of, please let us know!
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DISCOVER MILWAUKEE RELOCATION GUIDE |
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The GMAR is once again sponsoring the Discover Milwaukee Relocation Guide. Covering Milwaukee, Waukesha, Ozaukee, Washington, and Racine counties. It is the Greater Milwaukee region’s #1 source for anyone looking to move or relocate to Wisconsin’s largest metro area.
Limited quantities of the publication are available at the GMAR office, or by contacting Metro Business Publications at pcanon@discovermilwaukee.com.
GMAR members also have the opportunity to highlight their experience and expertise in a special section for Relocation Specialists. For rate information, contact Maribeth Delforge at 262-796-0224, or mbdelforge@discovermilwaukee.com.
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REAL ESTATE SUPPLY STORE NOW AT MINUTEMAN PRESS - BROOKFIELD |
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The real estate supply store is now located ONLY at Minuteman Press - Brookfield location (13680 W. Capitol Drive). Store hours are M-F between 8:30 AM and 5 PM. Contact Minuteman Press-Brookfield for more info at (262) 781-9622! |
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Comments, Suggestions, or Questions?...
Let us know how GMAR can improve what we offer to you as members of our organization. Your feedback helps us to make quality improvements to our programs and benefits, so we appreciate it! Click here to e-mail feedback to the GMAR.
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Greater Milwaukee Association of REALTORS®
11430 W North Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53226
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