A Message From Chairwoman
Of The Board Abby Hauke
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Dear GMAR Members,
It’s March, and that means as the weather warms up the market should start picking up too.
Inventory is up slightly, but probably not as much as you'd all like to see or enough for what the buyer demand is currently – especially among first-time buyers. With that news, we will likely continue to see rising prices. There is a lot of discussion about how to increase the supply of new construction, but your clients are looking now so prepare them to be patient, but agile enough to jump when the right home pops up.
Did you know March is Women’s History Month? At the GMAR women have been in leadership positions for decades – and fun fact, women have been the Association’s Chairperson for 16 out of the last 21 years.
At our upcoming WomenStrong event on June 25th, we will celebrate the strength, resilience, and determination of women who have overcome challenges in their lives. That’s what Darcy Luoma learned first-hand when her life fell apart in the most shocking way. Darcy reveals three powerful steps you can use immediately to clear the hurdles standing in your way of peak performance. As Darcy says, “You can’t control what happens to you, but you can control what you do next.” Make sure to mark your calendars for this one!
On April 10th we will be hosting a one-hour webinar featuring Alexia Smokler, NAR Director of Fair Housing Policy & Programs. The event will provide an update on all of NAR’s Fair Housing advocacy: from the latest Fair Housing-related lawsuits, NAR’s lobbying efforts, to examples of how agents have violated Article 10 of the REALTOR® Code of Ethics.
Finally, the 99th REALTORS® Home & Garden Show is at the Expo Center at the Wisconsin State Fair Park running from March 21st– 30th. I hope you got your tickets and I’ll see you out there!
Thank you for being a GMAR member.
Sincerely,
Abby Hauke
2025 Chairwoman
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Kettle Moraine Council RPAC Auction | | |
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The Annual Kettle Moraine Council RPAC Auction will be held on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Please bring an auction item and join in the fun! This is a great way to make your 2025 RPAC contribution and get something to take home with you.
Date: May 1, 2025 at 5:00pm
Location: Lucky Shotz
4919 State Hwy 144
Hartford, WI
To RSVP and for questions please see the flyer below.
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Lunch And Learn
Sponsored By The Kettle Moraine Council
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Date: April 8
Time: 11am - 12:30pm
Location: Jug's Hitching Post
Presenters:
Dave Lehman- Home Inspection
Mike Christian - VA Mortgage - Wood Destroying Insect Inspection
Rick Peterson - Well & Septic Inspections
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Gather your friends, clients, and colleagues for a fun-filled night at American Family Field!
Your registration includes:
- Game Ticket
- All-You-Can-Eat Buffet
- Two Free Drink Tickets + Unlimited Soft Drinks
- A Special Gift from A+ Mortgage
- A Chance to Win One of Twelve $100 Gift Cards (Courtesy of Waukesha State Bank)
- Peanuts & Cracker Jacks
Tickets: $55 each (Limited supply - reserve yours today!)
Don't miss out on this annual GMAR tradition! Secure your spot today by emailing your registration to Michelle Kohn at michelle@gmar.com.
📩 Tickets will be mailed around March 31.
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March Is Women's History Month!
The Role of the Women’s Council of REALTORS®
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March is Women’s History Month, a time to honor the achievements of women in all industries - including real estate. Today, women make up the majority of REALTORS®, but their journey in the industry hasn’t always been easy.
When the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) was founded in 1908, its membership was entirely male. Women began joining in the years that followed, but they remained a minority for decades. Recognizing the need for support and advocacy, a group of female REALTORS® took action. In 1938, the Women’s Council of REALTORS® (WCR) was formed as the Women’s Division of NAR to create a space where women could develop leadership skills, build professional networks, and advocate for their role in the industry.
Over the years, The Women’s Council of REALTORS® has played a critical role in elevating women in real estate by offering mentorship, education, and networking opportunities. Today, the Women’s Council continues to empower female professionals, helping them take on leadership roles at all levels - whether in brokerage management, association leadership, or community involvement.
To learn more about the history and impact of women in real estate, read the full article here.
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Youth Foundation Scholarships Are Now 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 2025.
Members must have maintained their relationship with the GMAR continuously for at
least three (3) years. Deadline to apply is March 31, 2025.
Click the button below for the application.
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REALTOR® & Government Day 2025! | | |
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REALTOR® & Government Day registration is open!
Join us to amplify your voice and advocate for your business, industry and clients.
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Stay Ahead of Legal Pitfalls! | | |
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Join GMAR YPN for an exclusive session with top-notch real estate attorneys as they share essential Tips & Tricks to Avoid Liability for Agents & Their Clients. Protect yourself, your business, and your clients by gaining valuable legal insights on trusts and estates!
📅 Date: March 19, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
(Doors open at 8:30 for networking)
📍 Location: Echelon (Parking lot - 1401 Discovery Pkwy, Milwaukee, WI 53226)
🚍 Parking & Shuttle Info:
Parking is limited at the venue. A shuttle service will be available from a nearby lot, running until 9:00am and resuming at 11:00am after the event.
📩 For more details & to RSVP, click the button below.
We can’t wait to see you there!
GMAR YPN
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Date: May 21, 2025 at 9:00am-3:00pm
Location: MLS Parking Lot
12300 W. Center Street
Milwaukee, WI 53222
Event Email: michelle@gmar.com
Keep the following guidelines in mind when sorting your items for Shredfest, as recycling centers WILL NOT accept the following items:
* processed photographs
* magazines, newspapers, books
* plastic (including 3 ring binders and bags)
* cardboard
* boxboard (like Fed-Ex envelopes)
* computers
Your cardboard boxes and plastic bags are emptied as you arrive and returned to you.
Please remember the GMAR staff will help you unload your items but we would appreciate if you can help as well.
If you have any questions please contact Michelle Kohn.
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REALTORS® Home & Garden Show
REALTOR® Representative
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GMAR members can volunteer to meet and greet hundreds of consumer show attendees.
Pass out your business cards with show materials and make our attendees feel welcome while marketing your business!
This opportunity is reserved for members in good standing of the GMAR.
Submit completed form no later than Thursday, March 13th to Debbie Running at the GMAR Debbie@gmar.com
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Top Producer Panel: Emily Walczak, Jaime Lubner, Charlie Hutchinson, and Amanda Schroder present what’s working in 2025 to drive business, grow a team, and have fun!
Food will be provided! Take time to invest in yourself and your business - and stand out among the competition as a true market expert:
Learn how you can:
- Prepare to have a busy spring and summer and plant the seeds to have your phone ring on autopilot
- Carefully delegate out tasks so you can focus on income-producing activities
- Plot the course for building out a team to create a lifestyle business
- Serve your clients at a high level while maintaining work-life balance
- How to maximize social media to find new clients
Date: Thursday, March 20
Time: 10:30am - 12pm
Location: 11220 West Burleigh Street Wauwatosa, WI 53222
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Call For Submissions:
Share Your Story For The WomenStrong Panel!
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At our upcoming WomenStrong event (June 25th), we want to celebrate the strength, resilience, and determination of women who have overcome challenges in their lives. We're calling for submissions from women who have faced obstacles—whether personal, professional, or otherwise—and emerged stronger because of them.
If you have a story of overcoming adversity, whether it was a setback, a life-changing moment, or a long-term challenge that you triumphed over, we want to hear from you! Your experience could be the inspiration someone else needs to keep going.
How to Submit:
- Reflect on a significant challenge or hardship you’ve faced.
- Share the journey you took to overcome it.
- Tell us how it shaped who you are today.
Deadline for Submissions: March 14
Selected storytellers will have the opportunity to join our WomenStrong panel, where they’ll share their experiences with a supportive community of women.
We can't wait to hear your story!
Please send all submissions to Michelle Kohn
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Wisdom Wednesday: The Power of Your Pitch | | |
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Imagine being able to confidently pitch yourself, your business, or your ideas in a way that instantly captures attention and drives results. That’s exactly what you’ll learn at Wisdom Wednesday: The Power of Your Pitch—and seats are filling fast!
🔹 Date: Wed, Mar 19, 2025, 9:00am
🔹 Location: Lake Lounge at Brookfield Lakes
🔹 What You’ll Gain: Proven techniques to craft and deliver a pitch that wins sales.
🔹 Why Now? Because opportunities don’t wait—your next big win could be one pitch away!
Click below and lock in your spot before you get distracted. 🚀
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Guardian Well & Septic
We offer both well and septic inspections so there is no need to call two different companies, making the process easy and convenient for our clients. Unlike our competitors, we focus primarily on Real Estate transactions. This means we can turn things around much quicker while offering far better customer service. If we had to describe ourselves in one word, it would be "EASY". We streamline the entire process through the use of technology and excellent communication. Our reports are written in a straightforward manner to alleviate confusion in negotiations, and since Real Estate happens on nights and weekends too, we make ourselves accessible at all times regardless of the day or time -Just like you! We cover 9 counties in Southeastern Wisconsin including: Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington, Ozaukee, Racine, Kenosha, Walworth, parts of Jefferson & parts of Dodge. If you are uncertain on if we are a good fit for you & your clients, we would encourage you to check out our 150+ google reviews left by many past clients and many real
estate agents we have enjoyed working with in the past.
What’s one thing about your company that you’d like REALTORS® to know?
We are here for you. Whether you are a seasoned agent or a new agent with little experience in wells and septics, we will walk you through the process and answer any questions along the way. Educating is something we pride ourselves in, so no question is not worth asking!
What’s your go-to productivity tip or tool that keeps you successful?
Our favorite productivity tip is education! Always learning is a good way to stay successful!
What’s your favorite local spot to visit and why do you love it?
To choose just one would be impossible! How lucky are we to live in an area with so many spectacular options?! One of our hobbies is trying different supper clubs though. Is there anything better than a fish fry & an old fashioned on a Friday night?!
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Discover What's Going On In Your Community
This Weekend!
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Click the button below to check out events happening in Milwaukee this weekend! Whether you're a fan of professional sports, city festivals, or local hotspots, there's always something happening in our vibrant city. Explore the top concerts, nightlife options, museum exhibits, and family-friendly activities, and share them with your clients!
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Join The 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.
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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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