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WRA Launches Member Survey

The WRA released a member survey on Friday, November 13 to gather opinions that will help shape the future of the WRA. Members can find the survey in their e-mail inboxes. MORE

NAR Launches Web Site for Homeowners

The National Association of REALTORS® has launched a Web site designed specifically for homeowners with helpful tips and resources for maintaining and improving your home, as well as making the right financial decisions. MORE

Existing Home Sales in Wisconsin up 5.8%

Third quarter housing statistics are in and existing home sales in Wisconsin are up 5.8 percent over the same quarter last year. MORE

Judges Excusing Themselves

A state and national debate is taking place on the issue of judges excusing themselves from cases where they have a perceived “conflict of interest.” What does this mean for you? MORE

Proposed Changes to the Code of Ethics

The Professional Standards Committee will take a look at three areas of the Code that may need revision. Here’s a preview of what will be discussed at their next meeting. MORE

Is Your Five-day Valid

This month we borrow a blog entry from Milwaukee landlord Tim Ballering on changes to the five-day eviction notice. Here’s what’s new since March 2009. MORE

Staging for Success

Staging doesn’t have to be elaborate or expensive - a few simple principles govern the concept. Read on for five simple tips to stage your properties to sell. MORE

President Obama Signs Tax Credit Bill

President Obama has signed The Worker, Homeownership and Business Assistance Act of 2009 into law today. The law extends the present $8,000 tax credit through April 30, 2010 and expands it to include a $6,500 credit to current homeowners, provided they have lived in the home they are selling, or have sold, as the principal residence for five consecutive years during the past eight years. MORE

Congress Passes Home Buyer Tax Credit Extension

Both Houses have passed the Home Buyer Tax Credit extension and President Obama is expected to sign the bill today. Get details and FAQs here. MORE

Health Reform Clears Major Hurdle

The Senate Finance Committee yesterday approved a relatively moderate health care bill that will reform insurance underwriting and pricing practices as well as extend insurance to an estimated 29 million Americans … MORE