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# Commercial Alliance of Realtors

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- [Kalamazoo Golf Outing Fun!](https://carwm.com/kalamazoo-golf-outing-fun/) - Over 150 attended the Kalamazoo Golf Outing on June 14, 2023, at Stoatin Brae Golf Club in Augusta. The course features beautiful views and a links-style round. Congratulations to: MEN'S DIVISION WINNING TEAM: Drew Nelson, Kevin VanHaitsma, Jason Makowski and Mary Anne Wisinski Rosely MIXED DIVISION WINNING TEAM: Eric Drogosch, Lanny Scoby, Sarah Huber and
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-134/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new members: REALTORS: Mark Deering, REMAX of Grand Rapids Jack Garrett, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan Lisa Reidt, Five Star Real Estate Tony VanGessel, Rockford Brokerage AFFILIATE: Denny Briggs, Horizon Bank WELCOME!
- [Kalamazoo Golf Outing Enjoys Steamy Summer Day](https://carwm.com/kalamazoo-golf-outing-enjoys-steamy-summer-day/) - The Kalamazoo Golf Outing was held Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Stoatin Brae, in Augusta, MI. Thank you, Event Sponsor Callandar Commercial. Thank you, Sponsors: Advia Credit Union, Arbor Credit Union, Chicago Title, Consumers Credit Union, Devon Title, Driesenga & Associates, Fishbeck, John Grace Restoration, Kalamazoo Commercial Real Estate, Kellogg Community Credit Union, NAI Wisinski
- [Emerge Express Golf Outing Welcomes in Summer](https://carwm.com/emerge-express-golf-outing-welcomes-in-summer/) - The Emerge Express Golf Outing was held Wednesday, May 27, at The Mines, and golfers enjoyed perfect weather to kick off summer. Congratulations to this year's golf winners: Men's Division Women's Division
- [Office to Apartments Walking Tour Showcases Innovative Development](https://carwm.com/office-to-apartments-walking-tour-showcases-innovative-development/) - The May 20 Walking Tour of 111 Lyon (5/3 Bank building) , led by CARWM member and project developer Sam Cummings, showed the transformation of a former office building into 140 apartments. Attendees learned what should be considered when undertaking this type of project, and saw first hand the newly created living spaces. The tenant
- [Kalamazoo Market Outlook Highlights Downtown Projects](https://carwm.com/kalamazoo-market-outlook-highlights-downtown-projects/) - The Kalamazoo Market Outlook was held Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 155 W. Michigan, downtown Kalamazoo. The panel discussion focused on the growth and development within the downtown area, including the new arena complex currently under construction. Panelists Tom Kramer (Chicago Title), Jim Feltch (Elite Companies), Tim Rayman (Greenleaf Hospitality Group), Riley Lukomski (Southwest Michigan
- [Lakeshore Market Outlook Showcases Flurry of Activity](https://carwm.com/lakeshore-market-outlook-showcases-flurry-of-activity/) - The Lakeshore Market Outlook was held Wednesday, April 29, in Grand Haven, and featured an excellent panel discussion on the growth happening in Muskegon and northern Ottawa County. Panelists Trevor Friedeberg (Greater Muskegon Economic Development), Jennifer Owens (Lakeshore Advantage), Bryan Bench (Core Realty Partners) provided an in-depth look at business expansions, renovations, and new industries
- [CAR Cares Campaign - Ribbon Cutting Beyond26 Van](https://carwm.com/car-cares-campaign-ribbon-cutting-beyond26-van/) - A ribbon cutting was held April 22, 2026, with members of the Networking/Events Committee, who enjoyed the opportunity to see the new van purchased with CAR Cares contributions for Beyond 26. Dirk Bakhuyzen, Executive Director and Elise Mlnarik, Associate Director of Beyond 26, brought the van to the CARWM office for the event. Thanks to
- [April Walking Tour Showcases Office Culture](https://carwm.com/april-walking-tour-showcases-office-culture/) - On April 16, 2026, CARWM members enjoyed a walking tour of the Acrisure office building in downtown Grand Rapids. The Acrisure team discussed the selection of Grand Rapids as its national corporate headquarters and shared several insights into creating a favorable office culture. Attracting and retaining top quality employees is their formula for success. Thank
- [23rd Annual Awards Celebration Honors Membership](https://carwm.com/23rd-annual-awards-celebration-honors-membership/) - The 23rd Annual Commercial Alliance of REALTORS Awards Celebration was held March 10, 2026, providing an evening of networking and honoring members of the association. Thank you to all who attended, and thank you, sponsors: Event Sponsor: Sun Title Agency; Appetizer Sponsor: Fishbeck; Beverage Ticket Sponsor: Dykhouse Construction; Gold Sponsor: Chicago Title; Gold Sponsor: Commercial
- [ASK THE EXPERTS Panel Provides Industry Insights](https://carwm.com/ask-the-experts-panel-provides-industry-insights/) - Kicking off the educational programming for 2026, the ASK THE EXPERTS panel shared insights for those new to the commercial real estate industry that will help further careers. Panelists John Kuiper (Advantage Commercial Real Estate), Jason Makowski (NAI Wisinski of West Michigan), and Tony Pearson (True North Real Estate) shared their stories and offered advice
- [2025 CAR Cares Campaign A Success!](https://carwm.com/2025-car-cares-campaign-a-success/) - Thanks to the generosity of CARWM members, $30,610 was raised for the 2025 CAR Cares Campaign! This year's campaign recipient, Beyond26, will use the funds to purchase a 15 passenger vehicle needed to transport workers to their jobs. Thank you to all who contributed: Doug Adams Advantage Commercial Real Estate Jay Ahmed Gary Albrecht
- [CAR-Mazing Race Fun For All](https://carwm.com/car-mazing-race-fun-for-all/) - The second annual CAR-Mazing Race was held Thursday, October 16, 2025. Fourteen teams competed for the top prize. This year's winners: DEAL DYNASTY - team members: Jason Makowski, Mary Anne Wisinski Rosely, Maddie Knoor, and Chandler Kennell. Thank you to all of the teams who participated: Beauties and the Beasts: Michael Cagen, Kirstyn Monroe, Chip
- [WEST MICHIGAN SUMMIT 2025](https://carwm.com/west-michigan-summit-2025/) - Nearly 250 commercial brokers, sales agents and affiliate members gathered for the West Michigan Summit on October 1 at Watermark Country Club. Six hours of education included the two hour Legal Update, instructed by Tom Cronkright. CRE AI Specialist Topher Stephenson and Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago Economist Martin LaVelle shared presentations, ADA Attorney John
- [26th Annual Golf Outing - Summer at its best!](https://carwm.com/26th-annual-golf-outing-summer-at-its-best/) - The 26th Annual CARWM Golf Outing featured 140 golfers and 38 sponsors enjoying a day at Thousand Oaks Golf Club. Congratulations to the golf winners: Men's Division - Zach Baker, Thomas Starks, Drew Zuidema and Doug Irvine Women's Division - Nikki Probst, Kara Heyboer, Elise Bassi, and Courtney Mulica. Erin Peterson and baby went along
- [Kalamazoo Golf Outing - Fun in the Sun!](https://carwm.com/kalamazoo-golf-outing-fun-in-the-sun/) - 120 golfers enjoyed bright sunshine and warm winds at the annual Kalamazoo Golf Outing, held June 11, 2025, at Stoatin Brae in Augusta. Congratulations to the golf winners: MEN'S TEAM: Nate VanderWoude, Lane Wells, Steve Krommendyk and TJ Pontarelli WOMEN'S TEAM: Penny McCauley, Angie Forward, Nancy Turtle and Lisa Carriveau MIXED TEAM: Brian Ball,
- [FIRST ANNUAL EMERGE EXPRESS GOLF OUTING ENJOYED BY ALL](https://carwm.com/first-annual-emerge-express-golf-outing-enjoyed-by-all/) - Fantastic weather and a terrific roster of players made for a great first annual Express Golf outing, held May 27, 2025 at The Mines. This two-person, nine-hole scramble allowed for a speedy event that ended with a grilled lunch and networking. Congratulations to this year's winners: MEN'S DIVISION: Kirt Ojala and Kevin VanHaitsma WOMEN'S DIVISION:
- [Spring Educational/Networking Events Showcase Area Successes](https://carwm.com/spring-educational-networking-events-showcase-area-successes/) - Members of the Commercial Alliance of REALTORS attended several spring educational/networking events that show the growth and development in the West Michigan Area. On April 30, several attended the LAKESHORE MARKET OUTLOOK, featuring updates on development projects, new business and future plans for the lakeshore area. Moderated by Kent Mueller (CB Commercial), panelists Troy Wasserman
- [CARWM 22nd ANNUAL AWARD CELEBRATION HONORS MEMBERS](https://carwm.com/carwm-22nd-annual-award-celebration-honors-members/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS® held its 22nd Annual Awards Reception on March 6, 2025, in the City Flats Ballroom. The following members were honored with awards: REALTOR OF THE YEAR - CHRIS PRINS, DAR Commercial PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR - SHAUN BIEL, Advantage Commercial Real Estate AFFILIATE OF THE YEAR - BRIAN KLAVER,
- [2024 CAR CARES CAMPAIGN COMPLETE](https://carwm.com/2024-car-cares-campaign-complete/) - The generosity of Commercial Alliance of REALTORS members provided a gift of $25,000 to THE STOREHOUSE, through the 2024 CAR Cares Campaign. The mission of THE STOREHOUSE is to collect new products from a variety of companies that are offered a no or very low cost to Storehouse members. The $25,000 will be used toward
- [December 12 Experts Panel Battles Winter](https://carwm.com/december-12-experts-panel-battles-winter/) - Thank you to all who braved the icy roads to attend the Experts Panel on December 12, 2024. Thank you, panelists: Brian Kelly (United Bank of Michigan ), Kirk Perschbacher (Fishbeck) and Josh Pulsifer (Transnation Title), for sharing your knowledge and expertise with attendees!
- [1st ANNUAL CAR-MAZING RACE FUN FOR ALL!](https://carwm.com/1st-annual-car-mazing-race-fun-for-all/) - The 1st Annual CAR-Mazing Race was held on October 17, with eight teams vying for the top prize. Congratulations to "Pretty In Pink" - Angela Bono, Anne Ficeli, Katie Lovley, and Courtney Mulica, winners of the race! Thank you, Kirt Ojala and Carolyn Boji, for organizing this event. Thank you to these teams who participated:
- [West Michigan Summit Draws Crowd](https://carwm.com/west-michigan-summit-draws-crowd/) - Nearly 250 gathered on October 2 for the West Michigan Summit, a full day of education and networking opportunities. Thank you, Sun Title Agency, for the Event Sponsorship. Ten different expo table sponsors provided information and an assortment of items to attendees. Thank you, Applied Environmental, Compass Property Management, excite Commercial Managment, Fishbeck, Resource Solutions
- [NEW PODCAST FROM CHRIS AND MAX!](https://carwm.com/new-podcast-from-chris-and-max/) - Check out this new podcast featuring residential broker Tiffany Szakal LISTEN HERE
- [Max and Chris Interview Anne Ficeli](https://carwm.com/max-and-chris-interview-anne-ficeli/) - Listen to this latest Max and Chris podcast featuring Property Manager Anne Ficeli.
- [GOLF OUTING FUN!](https://carwm.com/golf-outing-fun/) - The 25th Annual Commercial Alliance of REALTORS Golf Outing was held Monday, July 15, 2024, with lots of sun and steamy humidity! A full course of 144 golfers participated and many sponsors added to the fun. Congratulations, winners! Men's Division: TJ Pontarelli, Andy Visser, Scott Alfree and Nate VanderWoude Women's Division: Doris Drain, Emily Woodward,
- [Check Out The Latest Podcast from Max And Chris!](https://carwm.com/check-out-the-latest-podcast-from-max-and-chris/) - Welcome to "Born to Be in Real Estate" with Drew Born! Join Drew, a seasoned broker at Remax Commercial, as he shares his wealth of experience and insights from the real estate world. Dive into captivating stories from his past and explore exciting future endeavors in the industry. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-140/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new members: Margaux Drake, Keller Williams North Dustan Luban, Vision Real Estate Investment Tanner Schmidt, Martin Commercial Properties Kyle Wheeler, CARR, Inc. Affiliate member Matt Brechting, Ace Asphalt and Chip Seal. Welcome!
- [Legislative Luncheon Offers Opportunity To Share Perspectives](https://carwm.com/legislative-luncheon-offers-opportunity-to-share-perspectives/) - The CARWM Political Affairs/Government Committee, along with the Board of Directors, hosted a legislative luncheon on June 17, 2024, for elected officials that will continue to be endorsed. CARWM member Marcel Burgler, Prime Development, shared his perspectives on the problems developers face when working to present new plans to municipalities. The legislators had an opportunity
- [Good Times At The Kalamazoo Golf Outing!](https://carwm.com/good-times-at-the-kalamazoo-golf-outing/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS held the Kalamazoo Golf Outing on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at Stoatin Brae Golf Club in Augusta, MI. 120 golfers enjoyed the links-style course, networking and fun. Congratulations, Golf Winners: Men's Division Winners: Matt Lahman, Rick DeKam, Jeff Swenarton and Brian Sackett Women's Division Winners: Angela Forward, Lisa Carriveau, Penny
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-139/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomed these new members during May and June: Daniella Bell, Coldwell Banker Commercial Michael Blake, Epique Realty Jeff Bleich, Rivertown Commercial Realty David Clark, David Clark Appraiser Brandon Dinsmore, Fluidity Real Estate Kyle Geenen, CB Woodland Schmidt Isis Luna, Fancy Real Estate Margo Peric, Remax of Grand Rapids Nina Schillman,
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-138/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new members: REALTOR: Miles Greengard, Plaxis Real Estate Justin Hooper, Amplifed Real Estate Joel Horst, Bellabay Real Estate Ashley Landis, Fancy Real Estate Kyle Leonard, Moxie Real Estate + Development April Moayyer, Moayyer Real Estate Bill Norris, 616 Realty Matt Smits, Coldwell Banker Schmidt Zoe Wyatt, Fancy Real
- [21st ANNUAL AWARDS RECEPTION CELEBRATES SUCCESS!](https://carwm.com/21st-annual-awards-reception-celebrates-success/) - The 21st Annual Commercial Alliance of REALTORS Awards Reception was held Tuesday, March 5, 2024, and provided the opportunity to honor and celebrate the West Michigan commercial real estate community. Congratulations to these award winners: REALTOR®-OF-THE-YEAR Max Grover, CCIM, Moxie Real Estate + Development COMMUNITY IMPACT BROKERAGE OF THE YEAR Bradley Company AFFILIATE SERVICE ACHIEVEMENT
- [CAR CARES CAMPAIGN RAISES $30,720 FOR ELE'S PLACE](https://carwm.com/car-cares-campaign-raises-30720-for-eles-place/) - The CAR Cares Campaign is pleased to report that $30,720 was raised for the 2023 recipient, Ele's Place. The funds collected will be used to purchase backpacks and materials to be given to students dealing with the loss of a parent or sibling. Materials will also be purchased and furnished for school districts. Thank you
- [December 6 Education/Networking Event](https://carwm.com/december-6-education-networking-event/) - Nearly 70 joined the fun at San Chez on December 6, 2023, learning from a great panel and enjoying good food and networking. Thank you, Panelists Max Grover, Chris Prins, Trent Wieringa and Kevin VanHaitsma, and Moderator Jordan Wenzel, for the excellent information. Thank you, United Bank of Michigan and Transnation Title, for sponsoring!
- [Latest Podcasts From The Max and Chris Show!](https://carwm.com/latest-podcasts-from-the-max-and-chris-show/) - FLIPPING DREAMS WITH CALVIN BEEKE CHICK-FIL-A NATE THE GREAT - DEMYSTIFYING BUSINESS Thanks, Max and Chris, and all of the great guests they feature! Fun and Informative content!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-137/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomed these new members this fall: REALTOR Members: Adam Petrick, Prime Development Todd Pearson, Greenridge Noah Rachor, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan Connor Schultze, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan Karla Amaya-Leone, Edison + Company Makenzie Hutchings – Fancy Real Estate Jonathon Hallberg – Kalamazoo Commercial Real Estate Vishivdeep Singh, Keller
- [West Michigan Summit Success!](https://carwm.com/west-michigan-summit-success/) - The West Michigan Summit was held in late September, and enjoyed by nearly 200 attendees. Thank you, Sun Title, for the Event Sponsorship!
- [PODCAST with MAX AND CHRIS!](https://carwm.com/podcast-with-max-and-chris/) - Check out the lastest podcast by CARWM President Max Grover and President-elect Chris Prins, featuring "one best friend Trevor Petroelje and one co-worker Jon Geenen". LISTEN HERE
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-136/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new members: REALTOR: Karla Amaya-Leone, Edison + Company Makenzie Hutchings, Fancy Real Estate Todd Pearson, Greenridge Adam Petrick, Prime Development Noah Rachor, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan Connor Schultze, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan AFFILIATE: Matt Makivsky, Huntington Bank Stephanie Sackett, Miller Johnson WELCOME!
- [EMERGE EVENT - MENTOR PANEL SUCCESS](https://carwm.com/emerge-event-mentor-panel-success/) - Over 60 CARWM members enjoyed the networking and education provided by the Mentor Panel, held at Founders on July 26. Commercial real estate experts Duke Suwyn (Advantage Commercial Real Estate), Bill Bowling (Bradley Company) and Mary Anne Wisinski Rosely (NAI Wisinski of West Michigan ) shared their career paths and insights for sustaining a career
- [24th Annual Golf Outing Fun!](https://carwm.com/24th-annual-golf-outing-fun/) - The 24th Annual Commercial Alliance of REALTORS Golf Outing was held Monday, July 17, featuring a beautiful Thousand Oaks golf course and fabulous weather. Golf Winners: Men's division - Mike Hollander, Chad Barton, Bo Stover and Chris Dykstra Women's division - Denise Nowak, Shelby Reno, Valery Young and Alison DeKok Mixed division - John Meyer,
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-135/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new members: REALTORS: Kevin Irwin, Five Star Real Estate Mitch Luban, Edison + Company Jordan Wenzel, Bradley Company AFFILIATE: Shar Shineldecker, Transnation Title Agency WELCOME!
- [New Podcast with Chris & Max - featuring Jason Makowski](https://carwm.com/new-podcast-with-chris-max-featuring-jason-makowski/) - Enjoy this latest podcast with CARWM President Max Grover and President-Elect Chris Prins which features Jason Makowski. LISTEN
- [Gilda's Club of Grand Rapids Debuts New Van](https://carwm.com/gildas-club-of-grand-rapids-debuts-new-van/) - Gilda's Club of Grand Rapids is driving its new vehicle purchased with funds raised by the 2022 CAR Cares Campaign. Anne Ficeli, CAR Cares Campaign Co-chair, successfully led the charge and raised over $40,000 for the purchase of the vehicle. A ribbon-cutting was held May 18, 2023, which included Gilda's Club leadership, CARWM Board
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-133/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Bret Dewey, Integra Realty Resources Nathan Green, Greenridge Realty AJ Karadsheh, Coldwell Banker Commercial Frank Karadsheh, Coldwell Banker Commercial Kathleen Rothenberg, Fancy Real Estate Welcome!
- [CARWM Leadership In Washington D.C.](https://carwm.com/carwm-leadership-in-washington-d-c/) - From May 7th through May 10th, CARWM President Max Grover, President Elect Chris Prins, RPAC Trustee Charlie Hoats, NAR Commercial Legislative Policy Committee member Tony Pearson and Executive Director Shari Veldman traveled to Washington D.C. for the National Association of REALTORS meetings and to meet with area representatives. The group was invited to the offices
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-132/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new members: REALTOR Members Tim Anders, Berkshire Hathaway Lori Balow, Smith-Diamond Loree Bosman, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan Caleb Driesenga, CB Woodland Schimdt Todd Grasman, Smith-Diamond Cody Hermiz, Coldwell Banker Commercial Alexia Hoffman, Bellabay Realty Alex Kanstantsinau, Coldwell Banker Commercial Michelle Kenny, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan Michael
- [Assist Your Clients With Helpful Economic Development Tools](https://carwm.com/assist-your-clients-with-helpful-economic-development-tools/) - The Winter Lunch-n-Learn series concluded Thursday with an excellent panel discussion of available economic development tools that may be of interest to REALTOR's clients. Thank you, Travis Alden (The Right Place), Sarah Rainero (MEDC) and Brooke Oosterman (Housing Next) for providing the following links containing more program details: The Revitalization And Placemaking (RAP) regional grant
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-131/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new members: REALTORS: Chris Dykstra, Honeycrisp Brokerage; Nicholas Hibma, Conway Residential Group; Len Null, City2Shore Real Estate AFFILIATE: Tara Steele, Commercial Bank Welcome!
- [20th Annual Awards Celebration Winners](https://carwm.com/20th-annual-awards-celebration-winners/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS® held its 20th Annual Awards Reception on March 7, 2023, in the City Flats Ballroom. The following members were honored with awards: REALTOR®-OF-THE-YEAR Mark Ansara, Advantage Commercial Real Estate AFFILIATE SERVICE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Stacey George, Varnum Law PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR Elizabeth Slane, HERTZ Group REALTOR
- [The Max and Chris Podcast Featuring Ben Sietsema](https://carwm.com/the-max-and-chris-podcast-featuring-ben-sietsema/) - Check out the latest Max and Chris Podcast, featuring Ben Sietsema, Honeycrisp Ventures, to learn about the latest awesome West Michigan commercial real estate project. Click on the link below to hear the full interview! MARCH PODCAST
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-130/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new members: REALTOR MEMBERS: Johanna Fang, REMAX of Grand Rapids Patrick Fase, Lacuna Commercial Advisors George Guyott, 1st Advantage Realty Lisa Iacovoni, Berkshire Hathaway Joe Kilner, Kilner Group Realty John McMahon, Kilner Group Realty Chad Monroe, Colburn Commercial Properties AFFILIATE MEMBERS: Stacey Knowles, Hilger Hammond Jill Miller, Hilger
- [CARWM Leadership Presents Podcast Series - The Max and Chris Show!](https://carwm.com/carwm-leadership-presents-podcast-series-the-max-and-chris-show/) - IT'S THE MAX AND CHRIS SHOW! CARWM President Max Grover, CCIM (Moxie Real Estate + Development) and President-Elect Chris Prins (DAR Commercial) are pleased to launch their 2023 Commercial Real Estate Industry podcast series. The podcast will feature a different CARWM member each month and discussions include details on recent projects and transactions, as well as
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-129/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Sandi Gentry, Remax Lakeshore David Greig, Village Real Estate Group Jamie Hughes, Stark Real Estate Ryan Johnson, Century 21 Affiliated (Douglas) Randy Klingel, Five Star Real Estate (Muskegon) Jasen Schrock, Century 21 Affiliated (Douglas) Rob Stark, Stark Real Estate Welcome, Jay Ahmed, Highpoint Community
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-128/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Johnathan Berghorst, Copperrock Construction Ryan Brown, Copperrock Construction Vito Dolci Jr., Five Star Real Estate Rory Murphy, The Barton Group Daniel Quick, Bellabay Realty and these new Affiliate members: Rob Bengel, First Merchant's Bank Michael McDowell, First National Bank of America WELCOME!
- [CAR Cares Campaign Raises $38,000!](https://carwm.com/car-cares-campaign-raises-38000/) - Thanks to the generosity of Commercial Alliance of REALTORS members, the CAR Cares Campaign has raised $38,000 for Gilda's Club of Grand Rapids! Gilda's Club expressed a need for a seven passenger van that will be used to assist families needing transportation to medical appointments and meetings. Each year the CAR Cares Campaign selects a
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-44/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new Affiliate member Jeff Uherek, Rainbow Restoration of West Michigan, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-127/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Martin Green, Green Property Management Daniel Wiarda, Green Property Management Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-43/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes Joe Kwiatkowski, United Insurance, to the membership. Check out the Affiliate Directory for contact details. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-126/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Peter Cachey, Signature Associates James Coleman, Century 21 Affiliated John Hascher, Homes by Hascher Realty Jamie Osterhart, Five Star Real Estate Tanya Powell-May, Keller Williams North Nicole Rinks, Century 21 Affiliated Mary Rosenberry, Berkshire Hathaway Quin Rosser, Century 21 Affiliated Vishu Singh, Keller Williams East
- [CAR CARES CAMPAIGN KICKS OFF WITH RECIPIENT ANNOUNCEMENT](https://carwm.com/car-cares-campaign-kicks-off-with-recipient-announcement/) - The 2022 CAR Cares Campaign officially began with the announcement of this year's recipient during the Annual Membership meeting. Gilda's Club of Grand Rapids is in need of a vehicle to help transport patients and family members to appointments and meetings. Check out: Gilda's Club of Grand Rapids Mission The campaign goal is $35,000
- [2022 Annual Meeting Recap](https://carwm.com/2022-annual-meeting-recap/) - The 2022 Annual Membership meeting was held Thursday, November 3, 2022, at Cascade Hills Country Club. President Mark Ansara provided insights into Board actions, including the assessment of the current listing platform. President-elect Max Grover highlighted his ideas for 2023, and Treasurer Pamela Collins gave the financial report. NAR Commercial Pulic Policy Committee member Tony
- [National Association of REALTORS Releases Adaptive Use Report](https://carwm.com/national-association-of-realtors-releases-adaptive-use-report/) - Adaptive reuse refers to “recycling” an existing building for a purpose that is different from which it was originally built or designed for. Adaptive reuse can optimize the useful life of existing assets by repurposing them for new uses while maintaining their historic features and presence in the community. Key features of adaptive reuse are
- [CARWM Celebrates New Beer City Dog Biscuits Delivery Van With Ribbon Cutting](https://carwm.com/carwm-celebrates-new-beer-city-dog-biscuits-delivery-van-with-ribbon-cutting/) - CARWM Leadership celebrated the new delivery van purchased by Beer City Dog Biscuits with CAR Cares Campaign Funds on October 19, 2022 with a ribbon cutting ceremony. L - R: Committee member David Clark, CARWM President Mark Ansara, Past President/Director Chris Prins, Treasurer Pamela Collins, Committee member Kelly Hutchings, Committee member Jim Manning, Director
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-125/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new members: Jennifer LaVallee, 616 Realty Drew McLean, Thrive Acquisition Nikki White, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan Welcome!
- [NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS THIRD QUARTER COMMERCIAL REPORT](https://carwm.com/national-association-of-realtors-third-quarter-commercial-report/)
- [2022 West Michigan Summit Recap](https://carwm.com/2022-west-michigan-summit-recap/) - Thank you to the 180 attendees of the 2022 West Michigan Summit! And thank you to the great sponsors!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-124/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new members: Jim Last, Five Star Real Estate Kent Mueller, Coldwell Banker Commercial Emily Woodward, Colliers International New affiliate member: Chris Summers, Summit Point Roofing Welcome!
- [CARWM Earns NAR's Highest Level Accreditation](https://carwm.com/carwm-earns-nars-highest-level-accreditation/) - The National Association of REALTORS has awarded the Commercial Alliance of REALTORS the Diamond level Commercial Services Accreditation. Diamond is the highest level of achievement in the Commercial Services Accreditation program, and is awarded to associations that provide top-quality education, technology, advocacy and more to its members. The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS serves 552 REALTOR
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-123/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Jake Domanski, North Star Commercial Danyella Flores, Keller Williams East Holly Kauffman, Spectrum Health Paul Leason, Berkshire Hathaway Sarah Noordyke, Jones Lange LaSalle Joe Stotenbur, Lake Michigan Appraisal Company Welcome to these new Affiliate members: Stuart Dorf, Globe Midwest Adjustment International Johnny Pinjuv, Warner
- [23rd Annual Golf Outing Fun For All](https://carwm.com/23rd-annual-golf-outing-fun-for-all/) - The 23rd Annual CARWM Golf Outing was held July 18, 2022, at Thousand Oaks Golf Club. The sold out event was enjoyed by 144 golfers and many sponsors, who greeted golfers at each hole. Winning Men's Team: John Tetzlaaf, Bruce Fritsma, Ken Lobbes, Kirt Ojala Winning Women's Team: Angela Bono, Denise Nowak, Alison DeKok, and
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-122/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Jake Becker, Bradley Company Angela Bono, CBRE Cindy Clark, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Tom Cronkright, Real Estate Transaction Services Wendy Podd, Copper Rock Real Estate Bernard Schaefer, Schaefer Real Estate Greg Taylor, Copper Rock Real Estate Derek VanGrouw, Highpoint Real Estate Welcome!
- [CARWM Endorses Candidates for Senate, House, Commission](https://carwm.com/carwm-endorses-candidates-for-senate-house-commission/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS endorses the following candidates running for seats in 2022: Thomas Albert – State Senate 18th District Tommy Brann – State Senate 29th District Mark Huizenga – State Senate 30th District Jeremiah Keeler – State House 79th District Lynn Afendoulis – State House 81st District Salim Mohammed
- [Kalamazoo Golf Outing Recap](https://carwm.com/kalamazoo-golf-outing-recap/) - 112 Golfers enjoyed the awesome weather, beautiful MOORS GOLF Course, and a lot of fun at the June 20, 2022 outing. Congratulations to the foursome of ANMAR ATCHU, JET PERELLI, JEFF CLARKE and KIRT OJALA, who posted the best score. Congratulations to KIRT OJALA, winner of the Men's Longest Drive contest; JODI MILKS, winner of
- [WELCOME, NEW MEMBERS](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-121/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Patrick Fase, Berkshire Hathway Kamie Jakeway, Berkshire Hathaway Matthew Martin, Plazacorp Realty Advisors Bryant Mitchell, Bellabay Realty Lisa Newell, Greenridge Realty Thomas Rumble, Venture Real Estate Group Connor Sampson, Plazacorp Realty Advisors Jon Stout, Stout Group LTD Logan Taylor, Jones Lang LaSalle WELCOME!
- [WELCOME, NEW REALTOR MEMBERS!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-19/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new members: Justin Peck, Miller Real Estate John A. Clark, Short South Realty Group Steve Grilley, Five Star Lakeshore Aaron Newman, Five Star Real Estate Kevin O’Reilly, NAI Wisinski of W MI Danielle Robinson, Re/Max Sunquest Nick Capisciolti, MOXIE Real Estate + Development Leon Stout, Stout Group LTD
- [May 19 Business Opportunity Bulletin](https://carwm.com/may-19-business-opportunity-bulletin/) - View the May 19 Business Opportunity Bulletin to see the latest investment opportunities: BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY BULLETIN
- [CARWM Leadership Attends NAR Mid-Year Meetings](https://carwm.com/carwm-leadership-attends-nar-mid-year-meetings/) - President Mark Ansara and President-Elect Max Grover joined Executive Director Shari Veldman in attending the National Association of REALTORS Mid-Year Meetings in National Harbor, MD. The group attended various commercial meetings and visited the trade show/expo.
- [Business Opportunity Bulletin - April 28](https://carwm.com/business-opportunity-bulletin-april-28/) - Check out the latest Business Opportunity Listings from CARWM members: BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY BULLETIN
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-18/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Latasha Black, LCB & Associates Realty Cristi Brophy, CB Woodland Schmidt Hannah Greening, iHeart GR Charles Lerg, Colburn Hundley Phil Nykamp, Keller Williams Harbortown Chad VanDerwall, Kalamazoo Commercial Real Estate Donovan Visser, Visman Realty LLC Kevin Knoll, Five Star Real Estate welcome!
- [Welcome New REALTOR Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-17/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomed these new members during February: Mirzet Alic, Century 21 Affiliated David Crawford, Bellabay Realty Teresa Datema, CARR, Inc. Trisha Kidd, Plazacorp Realty Advisors Tiffany Szakal, I Heart Grand Rapids LLC Andrew Wenzel, Plazacorp Realty Advisors Joanie Comeaux, River City Commercial Real Estate Amanda Rogers, Rogers Neighborhood Realty Abigail Acosta,
- [CAR CARES CAMPAIGN RAISES $30,295!!](https://carwm.com/car-cares-campaign-raises-30295/) - Thanks to the generosity of members of the Commercial Alliance of REALTORS, the CAR Cares Campaign has raised $30,295 for Beer City Dog Biscuists to use to purchase a delivery van for their expanding organization. Beer City Dog Biscuits is a non-profit company located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, dedicated to crafting delicious and nutritious dog
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-16/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members:Mirzet Alic, Century 21 Affiliated David Crawford, Bellabay Realty Teresa Datema, CARR, Inc. Tiffany Szakal, I Heart Grand Rapids,LLC Andrew Wenzel, Plazacorp Realty Advisors Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-members-11/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new affiliate members: Ryan Goemmel, Huntington Bank Keria Shineldecker, Transnation Title Agency (Muskegon) Welcome!
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-15/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new members: Tony DeBartolo, DeBartolo Realty Ashlie Kuiper, Re/Max SunQuest Andrew Moore, JH Realty Partners Javier Rodriguez, Lake Michigan Realty Management John Wasson, KW Commercial GR East Welcome!
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-14/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Lance Chichester, Thrive Acquisitions Mandy Kokales, Kalamazoo Commercial Nathan Patterson, Capstone Real Estate Tom Smolinski, NextHome Champions Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-42/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new Affiliate member Jacky Halliwill, Commercial Bank, to the membership.
- [RPAC Year-end Update, 2021](https://carwm.com/rpac-year-end-update-2021/) - Author: Charlie Hoats, MI REALTORS RPAC Trustee The Commercial Alliance of Realtors is a participant in the Realtors Political Action Committee, a PAC administered by the Michigan Realtors designed to advance state and federal legislation beneficial to the real estate industry. Each year, RPAC sets a fundraising goal which is divided by the number of
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-120/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Kevin Alderink, CB Woodland Schmidt Greg DeHaan, Kalamazoo Commercial Real Estate John DeVries, REMAX of Grand Rapids Maria Diekema, Berkshire Hathaway Christi Rice, eXp Realty Bryan Washington, eXp Realty Kevin Wright, Qwest Realty Consultants Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-41/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new Affiliate member Kevin Abbott to the membership. Abbott is with Rivertown Janitorial Services. Welcome!
- [Commercial Alliance of REALTORS Award Recipients Announced](https://carwm.com/commercial-alliance-of-realtors-2020-award-recipients-announced/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS® held its 18th Annual Awards Reception on September 22, 2021, at Embassy Suites Downtown Conference Center. The following members were honored with awards: REALTOR®-OF-THE-YEAR Chip Hurley, SIOR, CCIM Signature Associates AFFILIATE SERVICE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Rory Byrne Chicago Title COMMITTEE SERVICE AWARD Jeff Ammon Miller Johnson ROOKIE OF THE YEAR Lane
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-119/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Zandra Clemens, Venture Real Estate Group Nathan Gillette, True North Real Estate Ben Hoats, Bradley Company Doug Mol, Five Star Real Estate Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-118/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Ken Bollman, Equity Group of Michigan Paul Carlson, Five Star Real Estate Ryan Gillespie, CARR Michigan Kellen Keck, City2Shore Port City Associates Jon Runquist, North Star Commercial Also new to the membership is Affiliate member Elizabeth Bovard Strong, Builders Exchange. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-13/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Elise Bassi, Rockford Brokerage John Essex, Core Realty Partners Darin Elliott, Greenridge Realty Terry Nash, Coach Road Capital Ryan Rider, Berkshire Hathaway David Scheid,, Anchor Realty Marcus Velzen, Berkshire Hathaway Justin Wawrzyniak, Moxie Real Estate + Development Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-members-10/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new affiliate members: Deanna Dargis, Sun Title Agency Geoff McDaniel, Custer, Inc. Welcome!
- [WELCOME, NEW MEMBERS](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-117/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Drew Amerson, City2Shore|Foundations Alicia Fisher, Berkshire Hathaway Brad Mathis, Rockford Brokerage LLC Cheri Morehouse, Berkshire Hathaway Thom Stambaugh, Greenridge Realty Welcome!
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-member-4/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes Scott Griffin, Griffin Properties, to the membership. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-12/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Cory Maguire, Green Crown Real Estate Scott Remenschneider, North Star Commercial Tom Rice, Berkshire Hathaway Henry Steffes, Keller Williams Rivertown Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-116/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Carson Gray, CopperRock Real Estate Ann Huizen, Five Star Real Estate Welcome!
- [Welcome, NEW Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-115/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members:Kristine Dozeman, Coldwell Banker Andrew Norden, Berkshire Hathaway Steve Sterken, ART Realty Welcome, new Affiliate member Dave Koster, First National Bank of Michigan.
- [“Trade Fixtures”: Can the Tenant Take Them When the Lease Term Ends?](https://carwm.com/trade-fixtures-can-the-tenant-take-them-when-the-lease-term-ends/) - AUTHOR: Attorney Jeff Ammon, Miller Johnson Leases often involve improvements to be made before the tenant moves in. sometimes the landlord makes these initial improvements; sometimes the tenant does the work. And sometimes these improvements occur after the tenant is in the space. But in both situations, the same question arises when the lease ends:
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-114/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Rob Anderson, Equity Group of Michigan LLC; David Medendorp, Medendorp Real Estate; and new Affiliate member Joe VanBrocklin, commercial lender with Commercial Alliance. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-25/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new Affiliate member Kelsey Marshall, Mercantile Bank. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-113/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Shawn Gholston, Shawn G. Realty Group and Hailey Lanam, Jones Lange LaSalle. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-112/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new members: Bryan Cody, Berkshire Hathaway Pat Doezema, Greenridge Realty Tina Emert, City Wide Real Estate Services, LLC Wes Emert, City Wide Real Estate Services, LLC Tim Fish, Thrive Acquisition Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-111/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Vik Bawa, James Jilek Business Broker James Jilek, James Jilek Business Broker Susan Kazma, Success Realty West Michgian Max Vanderwerff, Josh Company LLC Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-110/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes REALTOR member Darryl Matthews, KW Commercial, and new Affiliate members Jeff Hawkins and Erik Peterson, Envirologic. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-109/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR and Affiliate members:Nate Broekhuizen, Cornerstone Real Estate Group; David Christopher, Core Realty Partners; Garrett Keais, Cushman & Wakefield; Josh Smith, Josh Company Tom Budge and Todd Campbell, environmental specialists with Fishbeck. WELCOME!
- [Welcome, New Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-24/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new Affiliate member, Jack Aylsworth, Property Tax Consultants. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-108/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members:Tony Moayyer, Coldwell Banker AJS Schmidt Jason Rice, Coldwell Banker Schmidt REALTORS Ian Volchoff, Trophy Class Real Estate Welcome!
- [Congratulations To Jason Makowski, for being honored with the 2020 National Commercial Award](https://carwm.com/congratulations-to-jason-makowski-for-being-honored-with-the-2020-national-commercial-award/) - Jason Makowski, 2020 REALTOR of the Year for CARWM, has been recognized by the National Association of REALTORS with a 2020 National Commercial Award. This recognition program honors REALTORS® who received an award or recognition for their exceptional service and contributions to the commercial real estate industry. Makowski is showcased on the National Commercial Award
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-40/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new Affiliate member Craig Mulica, an environmental specialist with TRITERRA. Welcome!
- [Changes to 1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges could cause a Tsunami](https://carwm.com/changes-to-1031-tax-deferred-exchanges-could-cause-a-tsunami/) - AUTHOR: Alfred DiNicola, CCIM There will be untended outcomes if the 1031 exchange is altered. Many individuals as well as real estate broker/agents may not have followed the potential elimination of the use of Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code. While the future Biden administration may be targeting certain high net-worth investors this could
- [Welcome, New Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-23/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes REALTOR Courtney Marquis Mulica, Pure Real Estate Brokerage, to the membership. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-107/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Ryan Kelley, NuCon Realty, LLC Jim Shafer, JH Realty Partners Ben Sietsema, Honeycrisp Brokerage Welcome!
- [National Association of REALTORS Advocacy Initiatives 2021](https://carwm.com/national-association-of-realtors-advocacy-initiatives-2021/) - NAR advocates on behalf of REALTORS® to foster a sound and dynamic U.S. real estate market that creates vibrant communities in which to live and work. Here are the details regarding the work NAR is doing on behalf of commercial issues in 2021: https://www.nar.realtor/political-advocacy/federal-advocacy/all-federal-issues
- [CARWM CARES CAMPAIGN RAISES OVER $30,000 FOR CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER](https://carwm.com/carwm-cares-campaign-raises-over-30000-for-childrens-advocacy-center/) - Annual Campaign Supports Local Nonprofits (Grand Rapids, MI) Each year, members of the Commercial Alliance of REALTORS® (CARWM) hosts the CARWM Cares Campaign to raise funding for local nonprofit organizations. The 2020 beneficiary of the campaign was the Children’s Advocacy Center of Kent County. The campaign, which concluded at the end of December 2020, raised
- [RPAC Year-end Update](https://carwm.com/rpac-year-end-update/) - By Charlie Hoats, MI REALTORS RPAC Trustee The Commercial Alliance of Realtors is a participant in the Realtors Political Action Committee, a PAC administered by the Michigan Realtors designed to advance state and federal legislation beneficial to the real estate industry. Each year, RPAC sets a fundraising goal which is divided by the number
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-39/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new affiliate member T.J. Simmons, Shield Insurance Agency LLC to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-106/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new members:Rick Grasman, Grasman Real Estate Jeremy Fogg, Franklin House Real Estate Ron Oostveen, Five Star Real Estate Welcome!
- [The Pandemic’s Impact on the Retail Industry](https://carwm.com/the-pandemics-impact-on-the-retail-industry/) - By: Chris D. Prins, Colliers International 2020 was quite the year to be in the retail and restaurant industry. Covid-19 had an impact on everyone, especially the restaurant and retail world. Looking back, it was something that many business owners, employees, and patrons could never have imagined. A virus which has had an unforeseen domino
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-105/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes REALTOR members Amanda Volkers and Geoff Brown with City2Shore Prestige Home Group and Joel Burgess, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-22/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes Nicholas Dennison, Fervor Realty, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-38/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new affiliate member Cris Nichols, with James E. Fulton & Sons, Inc., to the membership. Visit the Affiliate Directory to learn more about this new member.
- [THE IMPACT OF THE 2020 PANDEMIC ON REAL ESTATE](https://carwm.com/the-impact-of-the-2020-pandemic-on-real-estate/) - AUTHOR: John Meyer, SRA, GAA, John Meyer Appraisal Company Randall Bell – author of Real Estate Damages has some interesting observations – For the profession of appraising, that is founded on researching historical market data and trends, there is simply nothing to reference. There are few sale comparables, paired sales, capitalization rates or literature that
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-104/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Jeannie Berger, City2Shore Arete Collection Mike Johnson, North Star Commercial Amy Richter-Perkins, Colliers International Welcome!
- [WELCOME, NEW MEMBERS](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-103/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new REALTOR members Gary Godley and Robert Bescoe, with 321 Real Estate.
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-member-3/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes Cathy Hoppough, Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel Hoppough, to the membership.
- [Congratulations, Directors](https://carwm.com/congratulations-directors/) - Congratulations to Rod Alderink, Chip Hurley, and Kirt Ojala, who were elected to serve on the Commercial Alliance of REALTORS Board of Directors. Their three-year terms begin January 1, 2021. Congratulations!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-102/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new REALTOR members Jordan Nemmers, with Cascade Properties Realty, and Houston Moyer, with Place Management LLC. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-101/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new REALTOR member Jeffrey Ridenour, Colliers International and Affiliate member Toby Blom, Next Door Photos-Grand Rapids to the membership.
- [Workplace Safety](https://carwm.com/workplace-safety/) - Protect Yourself and Others in the WorkplaceStay home when needed If you have or think you have symptoms or have tested positive for COVID-19, stay home and find out what to do if you are sick and find out when you can be around others.If you are well, but you have a sick family member
- [Solutions to Nonpayment Defaults for Commercial Landlords and Tenants in the Wake of COVID-19](https://carwm.com/solutions-to-nonpayment-defaults-for-commercial-landlords-and-tenants-in-the-wake-of-covid-19/) - By: Attorney Justin Wheeler, Hilger Hammond Whether you are a commercial landlord or tenant, COVID-19 has likely impacted your business. And in many cases here in Michigan it has specifically impacted the ability of tenants to pay rent while unable to operate their businesses. As such, many commercial landlords and tenants are left scrambling to
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-100/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes two new REALTOR members:Debbie Woehrmyer, Signature Associates and Christi Cronk, EXIT Realty Property Partners. WELCOME!
- [Have You Received Your Letter to Monitor for PFAS?](https://carwm.com/have-you-received-your-letter-to-monitor-for-pfas/) - by Rick Welsh, ASTI-Environmental Municipalities and industries discharging wastewater into the surface waters of the state are required by law to obtain a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. Michigan’s Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) has added per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) sampling into routine NPDES permit compliance sampling inspections. EGLE
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-99/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new REALTOR members Mark Baragar, Baragar Realty Michele Baragar, Baragar Realty and new Affiliate member Roman Wilson, with Fishbeck. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-98/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new REALTOR member Cory Fanning, Cory Fanning Appraisals, and Affiliate member Jeff Basil to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-21/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new Appraiser member Andy Sill, Sill Appraisal Group, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-97/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes Jeff Beers and Scott Busse, with Commercial Appraisal Services, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-20/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes Jason Bergeron, NorthStar Commercial, to the membership.
- [Welcome, Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-affiliate-member/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes Ed Case, Consumers Credit Union, to the membership.
- [Impacts of the Digital Revolution](https://carwm.com/impacts-of-the-digital-revolution/) - Author: Kyle Sischo, Colliers International As we continue through the digital revolution, we are constantly bombarded with new software on a regular basis. Often these new upgrades promise improvements in productivity, efficiency and value. However, these advances do not come without potential consequences such as the impact on employment. This risk is often referred to
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-96/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members:Leslie Baker, Re/Max Lakeshore; Elena Barriger, Bellabay Realty; Carol Genzink, Re/Max Lakeshore; Bruce Johnson, Coldwell Banker AJS Schmidt; Aaron Lincoln, Cherry Street Partners; Lucas Matthews, Vision Real Estate Investment; Tayvon May, DAR Development; Paul Oosterbaan, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan; Rick Purcey, Five Star Real Estate;
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-members-9/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes Charles Slauer and Nick Conley, First National Bank of Michigan, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-37/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes Jim Bresko, ATC Group Services LLC, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-95/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Zach Baker, First Companies; David Bengston, Real Estate 360 LLC; Will Fowler, Fowler Valuation Services; Charles Kao, Bellabay Realty; Patrick O'Brien, O'Brien Real Estate. Welcome!
- [Congratulations, Award Winners!](https://carwm.com/congratulations-award-winners-2/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS® (CAR) held its 17th Annual Awards Reception on February 4, 2020, at City Flats Ballroom. The following members were honored with awards: REALTOR®-OF-THE-YEAR Jason Makowski NAI Wisinski of West Michigan LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Darrel Herweyer DAR Development PROJECT-OF-THE-YEAR: Farmers Insurance Sale Leaseback Colliers International AFFILIATE SERVICE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Kelly Hutchings
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-36/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes Kerri Woolverton, Chicago Title, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-35/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes Craig Rupnow, Superior Environmental Corp, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-34/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes Rick Darby, Members First Credit Union, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-members-8/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new affiliate members Joe Beutler and David Isabell, with Mitten Environmental Consulting. Welcome!
- [KING WEED](https://carwm.com/king-weed/) - By Benham R. Wrigley, Jr.,Wrigley Hoffman, P.C. a/k/a CannaLex Law Eras in this country have been sometimes defined by commodities. There was King Cotton, then King Corn. Now we have King Weed. The demand for legalized marijuana in Michigan is enormous. Three-hour long waits at retail establishments to buy adult use product is reality. Societal
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-33/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes Stacey Knowles, First American Title, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-94/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members: Elizabeth Grabowski, M Retail Solutions; Jim Hartman, James T. Hartman & Associates; Chris Kettler, City2Shore Real Estate; Case Overweg, Bradley Company. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-32/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes Craig Sutherland, Arbor Financial Credit Union, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-93/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members:Stephen Basinski, Remax of Grand Rapids; Scott Chandler, Space Source; Katie Lovley, Bradley Company; Keith Nederhoed, Bellabay Realty; Sam Quijano, Bellabay Realty; Brandon Visser, Five Star Real Estate. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-92/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR members: Gary Barton, The Barton Group, and Amelia Barker King, The Barton Group. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-91/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new affiliate members: Brian Campbell, Chemical Bank; Steven Bosscher, Chemical Bank; Ethan Groothuis, Chemical Bank. Welcome!
- [Letters Of Intent Are Dangerous](https://carwm.com/letters-of-intent-are-dangerous/) - by: Attorney Jeffrey S. Ammon, Miller Johnson Letters of intent, although common in real estate transactions, are dangerous. In Michigan, courts have ruled that a letter of intent (LOI) can be binding even though it says things like “non-binding”, “only preliminary to a definitive agreement”, and the like. Courts reach such surprising results most often
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-90/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new REALTOR members:Andrew Gyorkos, Kalamazoo Commercial Real Estate; Danielle Pojar, The Barton Group; Loren Souers, Kalamazoo Commercial Real Estate; Chris Tesseris, First Companies; TJ Ward, Kalamazoo Commercial Real Estate. Welcome!
- [Retail Market Overview-November 2019](https://carwm.com/retail-market-overview-november-2019/) - written by Chris D. Prins, Colliers International The retail market within West Michigan has been incredibly strong as begin the 2019 holiday season. Both national and local retailers continue to look for opportunities within the market but due to all 50-year low unemployment rates at 3.1%, high construction costs and limited inventory their searches are
- [2020 Leadership Elected](https://carwm.com/2020-leadership-elected/) - The CARWM Board of Directors has elected its 2020 leadership. Beginning January 1, 2020, the Executive Committee will be: President Chip Hurley; President-Elect Chris R. Prins; Treasurer Max Grover; Secretary Mark Ansara. Thank you for your willingness to lead CARWM!
- [CONGRATULATIONS!](https://carwm.com/congratulations/) - Congratulations to Chelsey Foster, Commercial Bank, who was awarded the DISTINGUISHED AFFILIATE award during the Annual Meeting, held Wednesday, October 30. Foster earned the award for five years continuous membership, service for four years on the Education Committee, and commitment to attending CARWM events. Congratulations!!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-89/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members:Matthew Hall, CopperRock Real Estate; Jason Lash, eXp Realty, and Joe Munger, Keller Williams East Commercial. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-88/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members:Quintin Cowles, Adams Appraisal Company; Alison Glowinski, Mitten Real Estate; Jonathon Hallberg, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan; Arthur Price, Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel Hoppough; Dustin Sabin, Mitten Real Estate; Deb Townsend, Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel Hoppough; and new Affiliate member: Jeff Uherek, Globe Midwest Adjusters International.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-31/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes Jeff Chappell, Consumers Credit Union, to the membership.
- [Real Property Valuation Issues -  Fee Simple versus Leased Fee](https://carwm.com/real-property-valuation-issues-fee-simple-versus-leased-fee/) - Author: Greg Holt, Appraiser, Mercantile Bank Valuation theory holds that interests or rights in real estate are to be valued rather than physical land and buildings themselves. Standards require that interests or rights be identified and reported. In ordering and completing appraisal reports then, the issue of which property rights should be valued often comes
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-87/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes Dan Aukeman and Case Aukeman, Aukeman Real Estate Company, to the REALTOR membership.
- [REALTOR Safety Reminders and Resources](https://carwm.com/realtor-safety-reminders-and-resources/) - REALTORS® face job-related risks every day—working alone, meeting with strangers in unfamiliar places, and sharing personal contact information. While independence is one of the perks of our industry, it can leave agents open to vulnerabilities. In an ongoing effort to keep safety top-of-mind for members, the National Association of REALTORS dedicates September as REALTOR® Safety
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-86/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new REALTOR member Kyle Grooters (Re/Max of Grand Rapids Commercial) and Affiliate member James Wiese (American Storage and Logistics). Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-85/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new REALTOR members: Kevin Aucello, Berkshire Hathaway Commercial; Andrea Koetsier, CBRE; David Krhousky, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan; Devin Manino, Pure Real Estate Brokerage Welcome!
- [Welcome New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-30/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new Affiliate member Steve Bandyk, Coldbrook Insurance Group. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-84/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new REALTOR members Robert Larson and Brent Fisher, Virgin Soil Real Estate, to the membership.
- [Wither, Weed?](https://carwm.com/wither-weed/) - By: Benham R. Wrigley, Jr. CannaLex Law/Wrigley Hoffman P.C. Michigan, get ready! The commercialization of adult use marijuana nears. Last November, when the voters approved the marijuana adult use ballot initiative known as Michigan Regulatory and Taxation Marijuana Act (MRTMA), commercialization seemed a long ways away. Not true anymore. Less than 100 days.
- [Welcome, New Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-19/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR member Cheryl Yost, eXp Realty, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-83/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR members Shawn O'Brien and Julie O'Brien, Colliers International. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-82/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new REALTOR members:Andrew Goble, Colliers International Jared Swiger, Villegas Group Chris Webb, CARR Healthcare Realty Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-81/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes these new REALTOR members:Gregg Henry - @Home Realty Dale Rogers - Rogers Real Estate Inc. Tara Wilson - Five Star Real Estate Welcome, new Affiliate members:Corey Finley - ATC Group Services Greg Ingersoll - VanBelkum Welcome!!
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-11/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new REALTOR members:Ghazey Aleck III, Villegas Group; Brandon Hoskins, Realvesco Properties; Scot Kellogg, 616 Realty; Vince Villegas, Villegas Group. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-18/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new Affiliate member Eric Snip, Huntington Bank, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-80/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new REALTOR members: Jaclyn Brohl, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan; Lee England, Cushman & Wakefield; Andrew Exline, Exline Group; Steve Frody, City2Shore; Edmund Spillers, Keller Williams of GR East Commercial; Matt VanWoerkom, Core Realty Partners; WELCOME!
- [Changes To The Marketable Record Title Act Could Impact Closings](https://carwm.com/changes-to-the-marketable-record-title-act-could-impact-closings/) - by: Benjamin H. Hammond and Jill Miller, Hilger Hammond, PC Every real estate contract must, unless agreed to otherwise, convey what is known as “marketable title”. The courts have defined marketable title as title that is free from encumbrances and assures the purchaser of quiet and peaceful enjoyment of the property. The Marketable Record Title
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-79/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new members:Patti Kelly, Rockford Brokerage; John Mundell, Marcus & Millichap; and Kurt Richards, Pentalutions. Welcome!
- [Commercial Real Estate International Business Trends](https://carwm.com/commercial-real-estate-international-business-trends/) - In contrast to the commercial market transactions reported by RCA ($2.5 million and above), most REALTORS® who specialize in commercial real estate managed investment deals averaging less than $2.5 million per deal, frequently located in secondary and tertiary markets. The Commercial Real Estate International Business Trends 2019 focuses on this significant segment of the economy
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-78/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new REALTOR members: Sandi Gentry, Remax Lakeshore Jordan Painter, Keystone Home Group and new Affiliate member Brett Karhoff, Hungerford Nichols CPAs + Advisors Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-77/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR members: Molly Koezler, Pure Real Estate Kirk Rottschafer, Greenridge Realty Kyle Door, Genzink Appraisal and new Affiliate members: Lisa Smitt, LNE Surveys John Figg, United Bank of Michigan Denise Nowak, Honor Credit Union Kay Kossen, Kreis Enderle Hudgins & Borsos, P.C.
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-10/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new REALTOR members: David Ash, Keystone Home Group Realty Mark Besteman, Besteman Properties Paul Bunce, Keystone Home Group Realty Tammy Clark, Carr Healthcare Realty Robert Eklund, Red Sky Realty
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-76/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new REALTOR members: Nate Coffman (RE/MAX of Grand Rapids), Steve Crowe (Mid Michigan Appraisal and Inspections), and Tom Paarlberg (Greenridge Realty).
- [Congratulations, Award Winners!!](https://carwm.com/congratulations-award-winners/) - Congratulations to these members who received awards at the 16th Annual Awards Reception: REALTOR®-OF-THE-YEAR Mike Murray, CCIM Colliers International LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Bill Bowling, SIOR Bradley/X Ventures PROJECT-OF-THE-YEAR: Diamond Place Brad Rosely, Third Coast Development AFFILIATE SERVICE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Kirk Perschbacher, Lakeshore Environmental COMMITTEE SERVICE AWARD Jeff Ammon, Miller Johnson ROOKIE OF THE YEAR Drew
- [WELCOME, NEW MEMBERS](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-75/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR members: Steve Poole, Jon Potvin and Lane Wells, Colliers International Dan Burns, Bradley Company and new Affiliate members: Shawn Shadley, SES Environmental Jayme Huffman, Commercial Bank WELCOME!
- [Treasury, IRS Give Big Win to Real Estate Professionals in Qualified Business Income Rule](https://carwm.com/treasury-irs-give-big-win-to-real-estate-professionals-in-qualified-business-income-rule/) - WASHINGTON (January 22, 2019) – Late last week, the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service issued final regulations regarding the new 20 percent deduction on qualified business income. As Americans begin preparations for the 2018 tax filing season, real estate professionals have been uncertain about the true impact of the 2017 Tax Cuts and
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-74/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR members: Trisha Kidd, Jaqua REALTORS Mark Kuyers, Lumir LLC Ty Tanis, Colliers International (Holland) to the membership.
- [Technology and The Effect on Retail](https://carwm.com/technology-and-the-effect-on-retail/) - by: Chris Prins & Jeff Hainer, Colliers International West Michigan The chore of waiting in a long department store line can now be accomplished with the touch of the screen of a smartphone. Sears, Macy’s, JC Penney and other department stores were able to stick with proven concepts and succeed for decades, but the immergence of online
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-members-7/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome two new Affiliate members, with ATC Group Services, LLC. Welcome, Jesse Veenkant and Adam Wrubel, to the membership.
- [Setting Realistic Expectations](https://carwm.com/setting-realistic-expectations/) - by: Chris R. Prins, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan As commercial real estate professionals, it is imperative that we properly set our clients’ expectations. With the current market being so restricted in terms of vacant space and available buildings, it is even more important that our clients have realistic expectations. A client who is willing
- [CAR CARES CAMPAIGN RAISES FUNDS FOR EQUEST CENTER](https://carwm.com/car-cares-campaign-raises-funds-for-equest-center/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS CAR CARES CAMPAIGN has raised over $28,000 for The Equest Center For Therapeutic Riding. Contributions will be used to purchase horses that can easily carry adult riders, and will help with other costs associated with the riding center. Thank you to these members who contributed to the campaign: Matt Abraham
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-9/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Matt Hoekzema, First Companies, and Joe Kolderman, Kolderman Realty, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-29/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new Affiliate member Kevin Simpson, Integrated Architecture.
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-8/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome REALTOR Hung Pham, Bellabay Realty, and REALTOR Lisa Granger, Granger Group to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-28/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new Affiliate member John Wade, JW Inspection Services of Michigan, to the membership.
- [Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Act](https://carwm.com/michigan-regulation-and-taxation-of-marijuana-act/) - Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Act By: Attorney Benham Wrigley, Wrigley Hoffman On November 6, 2018 the voters of the State of Michigan approved by a 56% - 44% margin a ballot initiative to approve the cultivation, distribution and sale of marijuana for adult use in Michigan. This law known as the “Michigan Regulation
- [CAR Cares Campaign Begins!](https://carwm.com/car-cares-campaign-begins/) - CAR CARES CAMPAIGN 2018 Has Officially Launched! The Recipient: The Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding The Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding is a great organization that helps many physically, mentally and emotionally challenged individuals (mostly kids) through equine therapy. The Need: $25,000 BIGGEST NEED CURRENTLY IS FOR THREE LARGER THERAPY HORSES THAT CAN CARRY WEIGHT.
- [Realtors® Express Confidence in Commercial Real Estate, See a Stable Year to Come](https://carwm.com/realtors-express-confidence-in-commercial-real-estate-see-a-stable-year-to-come/) - While challenges face many of America’s commercial real estate markets, Realtors® specializing in the sector should have confidence for growth to remain steady in the coming year. That’s according to the sentiments of two economists who spoke at a commercial economic issues and trends forum at the 2018 REALTORS® Conference & Expo in Boston. National Association
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-7/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new REALTOR members: Leo Barajas - Coldwell Banker (Wyoming) Rennie Barton - City2Shore Garrett Hall - Berkshire Hathaway (Three Rivers) Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-73/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new members who joined during the month of October: Andy Bassford, Affiliate member, United Bank of Michigan Mike Marshall, Affiliate member, Environmental Resources Group Ayesha Maxwell, Affiliate member, The Right Place Ross Pope, REALTOR, Redstone Commercial Investment Chad Clemens, REALTOR, Redstone Commercial Investment Steve Burman,
- [CARWM Board Elects Officers](https://carwm.com/carwm-board-elects-officers/) - The Board of Directors has elected the 2019 Executive Officers, who will take office on January 1, 2019: President: Jason Makowski President-Elect: Chip Hurley, SIOR Treasurer: Chris R. Prins Secretary: Ty Hallock, CCIM Congratulations!
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-27/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Al Jordan, Environmental Resources Group, LLC, to the membership.
- [Welcome New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-72/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Kevin Moore, Moore & Company and Cindy Maurer, Schmidt Real Estate (Muskegon) to the REALTOR membership.
- [Lease Renewals Are Not for Cowards](https://carwm.com/lease-renewals-are-not-for-cowards/) - by Olga Hallstedt, Associate Broker & Advisor, Berkshire Hathaway Michigan Real Estate – Commercial; Broker & Principal, RESULTS! by Olga Hallstedt Commercial Real Estate Services, PC. National companies know that Lease Renewals need to be treated just like a new location or relocation. Lease expenses can be reduced and those dollars fall to the bottom
- [Welcome, New Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-17/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR member Ellyn Olney, Bazzani Associates.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-71/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR members: Jim Zeeff, Stonebridge Realty Carolyn Boji, Stonebridge Realty Scott Grondman, Bellabay Realty SW
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-70/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome the following new REALTOR members: Nick Coscarelly, Neighbors Development Jessica Geers, RE/MAX of Grand Rapids Spencer Geisen, Five Star Real Estate Belding Chad Haskin, Five Star Real Estate Andrew Kapanowski, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan Trevor Petroelji, CopperRock Real Estate
- [NAR Applauds Senate Passage of Flood Insurance Extension](https://carwm.com/nar-applauds-senate-passage-of-flood-insurance-extension/) - NAR President Elizabeth Mendenhall released the following statement after this week's U.S. Senate vote on legislation extending flood insurance funding. The bill, which cleared the House last week, is expected to be signed into law by the President before the July 31 midnight deadline. “We applaud lawmakers for taking this needed action to prevent disruptions
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-26/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Ken Sommerdyke, Level One Bank, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-25/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Stacey George, attorney with Varnum LPP, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-69/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTORS Chris Colvin, Silveri Company and Cody Colvin, Silveri Company and new Affiliate member Chad White, Rohde Construction Company to the membership.
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-6/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome three new REALTOR members: Dan Jaqua, Jaqua REALTORS Matt Leighton, Jaqua REALTORS Joanne Becker, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services (Kalamazoo)
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-68/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new members: REALTOR Kalee Butterworth, Creekside Companies REALTOR Dan Clemo, M Retail REALTOR Peter Clifton, Colliers International REALTOR David Szostek, Strictly Walls, PLC AFFILIATE Eric Dumais, Humanscale Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-24/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new affiliate Jason Gless, Gless Industries, to the membership.
- [NAR Announces Tax Wins For Commercial Real Estate](https://carwm.com/nar-announces-tax-wins-for-commercial-real-estate/) - NAR Senior Policy Representative for Federal Taxation Evan Liddiard and NAR Senior Policy Representative for Commercial Erin Stackley walk through six big wins for commercial members contained in The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act enacted last year. WATCH VIDEO
- [Welcome, New Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-16/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Joel Genzink, Franklin House Real Estate, to the membership.
- [Commercial Alliance of REALTORS® Earns Top National Accreditation](https://carwm.com/commercial-alliance-of-realtors-earns-top-national-accreditation/) - National Association of REALTORS® Recognizes Local Association Grand Rapids June 7, 2018 The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS® has earned the National Association of REALTORS Five Star Commercial Services Accreditation, a designation created to acknowledge the member services provided for commercial real estate practitioners. The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is the only association in the country
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-23/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Grant Schertzing, an attorney with Miller Johnson, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-67/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR members Kyle DeWitt (Keller Williams Rivertown) and Joey Hamilton (Five Star Grandville) along with new Affiliate members Julie Bacon and Linda Pearson (Lake Michigan Credit Union) and Joe Westra (Summit Point Roofing). Welcome!
- [National Association of REALTORS Comments on Terrorism Risk Insurance Program](https://carwm.com/national-association-of-realtors-comments-on-terrorism-risk-insurance-program/) - On Monday, April 30, NAR submitted a comment letter to the Federal Insurance Office (FIO) within the Treasury Department on the effectiveness of the federal Terrorism Risk Insurance Program (TRIP), to assist in the FIO's 2018 report to Congress. NAR strongly supports TRIP, which is critical to keeping terrorism insurance available and affordable. Terrorism insurance
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-66/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new REALTOR members Michelle Gordon, JH Realty Partners, and Wes Reef, Keller Williams Rivertown. Welcome, new Affiliate member David Isabell, ASTI-Environmental.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-65/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new members: Aaron Brummel, Blue Water Real Estate and Development Rick Dawdy, City2Shore Real Estate Tim Engen, Vision Real Estate Investment Nick Holtrop, BluHouse Properties Scott Jacobs, BluHouse Properties Welcome!
- [National Association of REALTORS Announces Flood Insurance Regulatory Reforms](https://carwm.com/national-association-of-realtors-announces-flood-insurance-regulatory-reforms/) - While Congress continues to debate a 5-year reauthorization and reform legislation, the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) has implemented meaningful regulatory reforms that could improve the customer experience and encourage the development of a private market for flood insurance: NFIP Policy Refunds. Whereas the NFIP sets national average premium rates that overcharge some property owners
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-64/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR members Isaiah Burnside, with NAI Wisinski of West Michigan, and Jeff Kremers, with West Michigan Realty Pros. Welcome!
- [Brownfield Incentive Programs Presented](https://carwm.com/brownfield-incentive-programs-presented/) - March 21 - Attendees of the March 21 Lunch-n-Learn enjoyed the Brownfield Incentives program presented by Janet Michaluk (DEQ) and Jared Belka, (Warner Norcross & Judd). The speakers generously provided the following information for CARWM members to use: Brownfield Presentation CAR 3 21 18 Available Resources: DEQ Brownfield Unit Contact Map: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/deq/deq-rrd-Revised_staff_map_ada_615211_7.pdf DEQ Brownfield Grant
- [NAR Commercial Real Estate Outlook - 2018 First Quarter Report](https://carwm.com/nar-commercial-real-estate-outlook-2018-first-quarter-report/) - NAR's latest Commercial Real Estate Outlook offers overall projections for four major commercial sectors and analyzes quarterly data in the office, industrial, retail and multifamily markets. Highlights: Commercial real estate in SCRE markets continued to experience advances in investment sales, as the momentum picked up in the final quarter of the year. The bifurcation in
- [Welcome, New Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-15/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome REALTOR member Al Bolt, Excel Realty LLC, to the membership.
- [National Association of REALTORS Legislative and Regulatory Priorities 2018](https://carwm.com/national-association-realtors-legislative-regulatory-priorities-2018/) - The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) represents over one million REALTORS® involved in all facets of the industry as brokers, sales agents, property managers, appraisers and counselors. As the largest professional trade association in the United States, NAR advocates policy initiatives that promote and protect a fundamentally sound and dynamic U.S. real estate market fostering
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-22/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Vicki Nelson, Best Homes Title, to the membership!
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-63/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR members Jon Geenen, Colliers International, and Thun Champassak, Macatawa Real Estate, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-62/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new Affiliate members from Consumers Credit Union: Gary Ferguson Steve Owens Trent Pierre Darci Robinson Shannon Rocheleau Chad Springer Check out the Affiliate Directory for details! Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-21/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Katie Mundinger, Best Homes Title Agency, LLC, to the membership.
- [15th Annual Awards Reception Winners Announced](https://carwm.com/15th-annual-awards-reception-winners-announced/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS® (CAR) held its 15th Annual Awards Reception on January 30, 2018, at City Flats Ballroom. Nearly 140 commercial real estate practitioners and affiliates turned out to honor the following award recipients: Congratulations to these Award Recipients: REALTOR®-OF-THE-YEAR Thomas DeBoer, CCIM, SIOR Colliers International LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Ray J. Kisor,
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-61/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Bob Meringa, RKM Realty and Jordan Miedema, Last Bid Real Estate, to the membership.
- [Review of 2017 Provided by Specialty Groups](https://carwm.com/review-2017-provided-specialty-groups/) - Thank you to the Industrial, Retail and Office specialty Groups for creating the 2017 REVIEW: RETAIL The retail market is alive and well in West Michigan, with property sales of nearly 60.9 million dollars, an increase of 60% over 2016. The number of sale transactions is up 14% over last year. The number of lease
- [CARWM Membership Contributes $25,310 to Hand2Hand](https://carwm.com/carwm-membership-contributes-25310-hand2hand/) - The generosity of CARWM members is providing a needed vehicle for Hand2Hand, an organization that provides backpacks filled with food for students to take home on weekends. Hand2Hand brings food to nearly 140 schools every Friday, and provides over 4,400 students with backpacks. The group reached out to CARWM with the request for a used
- [Welcome, New Member!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-14/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR Kent Carpenter, Amicus Management, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Member!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-13/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR member Joshua Heyboer, Keller Williams, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-12/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR member John Cremers, Five Star Real Estate, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-60/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new members: Richard Katkic, CBRE|Grand Rapids Jeff Poppen, Poppen Realty Group Greg Bosscher, Five Star Real Estate - Cadillac Welcome!
- [NAR's Commercial Real Estate Outlook](https://carwm.com/nars-commercial-real-estate-outlook/) - These presentation slides are from Lawrence Yun's talk at the Commercial Real Estate Economic Issues and Trends Forum at the REALTORS® Conference & Expo in Chicago, IL, on November 3, 2017. OUTLOOK
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-59/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR members Michael Yablonsky, RE/MAX SunQuest and David Jablonski, Five Star Real Estate to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-20/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Brian Strick, D & D Building, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-11/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR member Andrew Straub, Bellabay Realty, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-58/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome REALTOR members Tae Yun, with Five Star Real Estate, and Craig Geers, with City2Shore Realty, and Affiliate member Kevin Kossen, with Chicago Title of Michigan. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-19/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new Affiliate member Michael Block, with Chicago Title of Michigan to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-57/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Keegan Balk and Fred Steiner, both with X Ventures, to the membership. Welcome!
- [NAR Reports Outlook Remains Bright for Commercial Real Estate Despite Price Plateau](https://carwm.com/nar-reports-outlook-remains-bright-commercial-real-estate-despite-price-plateau/) - WASHINGTON (September 12, 2017) — Commercial real estate price growth in large markets is expected to flatten over the next year, but strong leasing demand and investor appetite in smaller markets should keep the sector on solid ground, according to the latest National Association of Realtors® quarterly commercial real estate forecast, https://www.nar.realtor/reports/commercial-real-estate-outlook. Backed by the ongoing
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-18/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Affiliate member Andrew Hawks, Those Guys Painting Co. LLC, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-members-6/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Attorney Benjamin Hammond and Attorney Suzanne Sutherland, with Hilger Hammond PC, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-56/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome REALTOR members Andrew Greiner, Jones Lange LaSalle, and Kitty Rauschert, @home Realty, to the membership. Welcome, new affiliate member Kevin Larr, ATC Group Services LLC.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-17/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Margie Lathrop, ATC Group Services, Inc., to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-55/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR members Rob Schellenberg (City2Shore Realty), and Josh Livingston (JH Realty Partners) to the membership.
- [WELCOME, NEW MEMBERS!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-54/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome REALTOR members Gavin Mills, X Ventures, and Jonathan Mulder, Axios Real Estate LLC, to the membership.
- [NAR Working On Reauthorization of Flood Insurance Program](https://carwm.com/nar-working-reauthorization-flood-insurance-program/) - Reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) remains a top priority of NAR. The past two weeks have seen a flurry of legislative activity. Please review the details here: https://www.nar.realtor/topics/national-flood-insurance-program-nfip/legislative-analysis?cid=GA0023 Talking points: https://www.nar.realtor/topics/national-flood-insurance-program-nfip/talking-points
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-53/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR member Kathy DeVries, Keller Williams East Commercial, and Affiliate Member Bo Stover, Custer, Inc. to the membership. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-members-5/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new affiliate members, Rory Byrne (Chicago Title of Michigan), and Tony Savickas, Grand Valley Automation, Inc. Welcome!
- [NAR Commercial Economic Forecast Presented In Washington D.C.](https://carwm.com/nar-commercial-economic-forecast-presented-washington-d-c/) - On Thursday, May 18, as part of the Mid-Year REALTOR meetings in Washington D.C., the National Association of REALTORS Chief Economist Lawrence Yun shared his forecast for the rest of 2017 and beyond for the commercial real estate industry. His presentation can be viewed here.
- [Welcome, New Member!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-10/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes new REALTOR member Jen Holzwarth, Blue Owl Properties, to the membership.
- [Commercial Alliance of REALTORS Updates Position on Kent County Land Bank](https://carwm.com/commercial-alliance-realtors-updates-position-kent-county-land-bank/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS supports the Kent County Commissioner's discussion regarding the future of the Kent County Land Bank . While some media reports laud its success, concerns of the actual need for the program remain. The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS believes in concept that the Land Bank model of disposition of tax – foreclosed
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-16/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new affiliate member Brian Marcy, Grand Rapids Commercial Building Inspection LLC. Find more about Brian through the Affiliate Directory. Welcome!
- [CAR Cares Campaign Celebrates Playground Ribbon Cutting](https://carwm.com/car-cares-campaign-celebrates-playground-ribbon-cutting/) - New playground equipment at Baxter Community Center was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony this morning, attended by CARWM Board members, Networking Committee members, Baxter Community Center leadership, and children. Check out WOOD TV 8's report: http://woodtv.com/2017/05/15/children-celebrate-new-playground-in-grand-rapids/ and the story on WZZM 13: http://www.wzzm13.com/news/local/grand-rapids-south/baxter-community-center-reveals-new-early-childhood-playground/439782354 Here's a video from Commercial Alliance of REALTORS - West Michigan Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/532511303440000/videos/pcb.1536828883008232/1536828283008292/?type=3&theater
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-52/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new REALTOR members Clint Herrema, Carr Healthcare Realty Shirward Punches, Carr Healthcare Realty Matt Walters, Keller Williams Realty Lakeshore Doug Klaasen, Keller Williams Realty Lakeshore Troy Wasserman, CORE Realty Partners Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-51/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Jon Hazeltine, SweetSpot Properties, and Ed Hood, Midwest Properties of Michigan, to the membership!
- [Baxter Community Center Getting New Playground](https://carwm.com/baxter-community-center-getting-new-playground/) - Thanks to the generosity of CARWM members, over $26,000 was raised for Baxter Community Center's Early Childhood playground. On Saturday, April 22, CARWM members gathered to help put the playground together. Thank you, David Clark (Nederveld), Doris Drain (United Bank of Michigan), Mike Lopatin (Bradley Co.), Susan Ray (with David Clark), Jason Webb (Colliers), Dave
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-50/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR member Michael Hess, Robert Michaels LLC, and new Affiliate Member Andrew DeLodder, Lakeshore Environmental, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-15/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new Affiliate member Jacob Siegwald, Level One Bank, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-49/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new members: Affiliate member Steve Clark, Level One Bank REALTOR members: Michael Cnudde, Coldwell Banker Commercial Premier Duane Jones, Coldwell Banker Commercial Premier Patrick Ensley, Five Star Real Estate (Cedar Springs) Brian DeBoer, City2Shore Real Estate Dan Colella, Bazzani Associates Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-14/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new affiliate member Gregg Cothern, Steelcase, to the membership!
- [Welcome, New Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-9/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR member John Ardolino, Five Star Real Estate, to the membership.
- [NAR:  Stable Growth Expected for Commercial Real Estate in 2017](https://carwm.com/nar-stable-growth-expected-commercial-real-estate-2017/) - Steered ahead by strengthening demand in smaller markets, the commercial real estate sector should remain on stable ground in 2017 and offer decent returns for investors, according to the latest National Association of Realtors® quarterly commercial real estate forecast. National office vacancy rates are forecast by Realtors® to retreat 1.1 percent to 12.1 percent over
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-13/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Keith VandenBossche, Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-5/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new members: Rachael Veldkamp, RE/MAX of Grand Rapids Drew Born, RE/MAX of Grand Rapids Cassie Tithof, CBRE Appraisal Loren Souers, Signature Associates Welcome!
- [2017 AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED](https://carwm.com/2017-award-winners-announced/) - COMMERCIAL ALLIANCE OF REALTORS® ANNOUNCES AWARD RECIPIENTS The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS® held its 14th Annual Awards Reception on February 7, 2017, at City Flats Ballroom. Nearly 140 commercial real estate practitioners and affiliates turned out to honor the following award recipients: REALTOR®-OF-THE-YEAR Dave Denton, CCIM DAR Development LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Stanley
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-12/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new affiliate member Trent Moulton, Best Homes Title Agency, to the membership!
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-48/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR members Kegan Russell, Signature Associates, Nanea Thomas, Berkshire Hathaway, and Amanda Gordon, JH Realty, to the membership.
- [ICSC 14th Annual West MI P3 Retail Program](https://carwm.com/icsc-14th-annual-west-mi-p3-retail-program/) - Register to attend the 14th Annual ICSC West Michigan P3 Retail Program at the JW Marriott. See the attached flyer for more details: ICSC West MI P3 Retail Program 2017
- [2016 YEAR IN REVIEW](https://carwm.com/2016-year-review/) - RETAIL: Transaction velocity in the Retail market increased by 14.4% in 2016, showing that ‘brick-and-mortar’ retail stores are alive and well in West Michigan. “The recently reported closing of Sears in Woodland Mall offers an extremely positive opportunity for redevelopment of that portion of the mall”. We will see a lot of activity from national
- [WELCOME, NEW MEMBERS!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-47/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Jan Grimm, Berkshire Hathaway, to the membership!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-46/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new affiliate members Tim Dudley, an attorney with Rhoades McKee, and Jim Conner, construction manager with Triangle Associates. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-8/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Roger Rumble, Stratford Associates, to the REALTOR membership.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-members-4/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome David Quade and Kelly Hutchings, Horizon Bank, to the membership!
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-45/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Todd Johns, Wendy Newman, and Aaron Musial, NorthStar Commercial to the membership. Also welcomed to the membership is Michelle Walworth, X Ventures. Welcome!!
- [NAR ECONOMIST:  Commercial Sectors to Eke Out Modest Growth](https://carwm.com/nar-economist-commercial-sectors-eke-modest-growth/) - Multifamily and industrial properties will continue to lead growth among commercial real estate sectors as the economy makes moderate gains through the end of the year and into 2017, NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun said at the 2016 REALTORS® Conference & Expo in Orlando on Friday. Speaking at a commercial economic forum, Yun said he
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-44/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Todd Johns, Aaron Musial and Wendy Newman, all with Northstar Commercial, to the membership.
- [2016 Endorsed Candidates](https://carwm.com/2016-endorsed-candidates/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS has endorsed these candidates in the November 8 election: Steve Johnson -72nd District House of Representatives Chris Afendoulis - 73rd District House of Representatives Rob VerHeulen - 74th District House of Representatives Casey O’Neill - 76th District House of Representatives Tommy Brann - 77th District House of Representatives Thomas Albert
- [Welcome, New Member!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-7/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Mike VanderWoude, 616 Places, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-11/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Kathy Swanson, owner of Marketing & More By Kathy, Inc, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-43/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Mary Labinski and Ann Yarnel, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-6/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Will Fowler, Terzo & Bologna, to the membership.
- [National Association of REALTORS Second Quarter Report](https://carwm.com/national-association-realtors-second-quarter-report/) - NAR’s latest Commercial Real Estate Outlook offers overall projections for four major commercial sectors and analyzes quarterly data in the office, industrial, retail and multifamily markets. Highlights Commercial real estate in small cap markets maintained its upward momentum during the first half of 2016, with REALTORS® reporting continued improvement in fundamentals and investment sales. The
- [Commercial Drone Rules Take Effect](https://carwm.com/commercial-drone-rules-take-effect/) - Learn more about the laws and rules affecting the use of drones: Drone Rules Video
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-42/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Tom Hohm, a new REALTOR with Signature Associates.
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-4/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome David VandenBerg, Rietberg Companies, and Michael French, Michael R. French, Inc., to the membership!
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-10/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new Affiliate member Ken Bauman, Visser and Associates PLLC, to the membership. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-3/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Scott Knowlton and Chad Lahey, Beechtree Properties, to the membership. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-9/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new Affiliate, Casey Smith, SME, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new Affiliate member Brian Leibrandt, Attorney with Parmenter O'Toole, in Muskegon. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-41/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new REALTOR members: Kara Bennett, Colliers International Chip Cummings, Northwind Financial Corp. Kelly McCluskey, Colliers International Bill Pennington, Capstone Companies Brian Wellman, Five Star Real Estate (Lakeshore) Welcome!!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-40/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR members Judy Sutton, Spectrum Health, and Tim VanNoord, Colliers International, to the membership.
- [Commercial Drone Use Set to Take Flight with Release of FAA Rule](https://carwm.com/commercial-drone-use-set-take-flight-release-faa-rule/) - WASHINGTON (June 21, 2016) — Commercial drone use in the real estate business got a boost today with the release of the Federal Aviation Administration's final rule(link is external) governing small unmanned aerial systems, or UASs, in the national air space. Drones are increasingly being used in commercial applications, but federal regulations have required commercial
- [Welcome, New Member!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-5/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Mark Custer, Custer, Inc., to the membership.
- [NAR Working with Congress on Burdensome Dodd-Frank Regulations](https://carwm.com/nar-working-congress-burdensome-dodd-frank-regulations/) - Burdensome Regulations Hearing JUNE 10, 2016 BY ERIN STACKLEY, STEPHANIE A. SPEAR On Thursday, June 9, the House Small Business Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Tax and Capital Access held a hearing titled "Bearing the Burden: Over-regulation's Impact on Small Banks and Rural Communities." During the hearing Committee members questioned witnesses from small, community banks about
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-4/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR member Brian Clinger, Coldwell Banker AJS Schmidt and new Affiliate member Troy Butler, ChoiceOne Bank, to the membership!
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-8/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Dan Wells, AKT Peerless, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-39/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Emily Quellet as a new REALTOR member, with NAI Wisinski of West Michigan. Welcome!
- [National Association of REALTORS Releases Commercial Lending Survey](https://carwm.com/national-association-realtors-releases-commercial-lending-survey/) - Survey says: Commercial notched another year of growth in 2015, with vacancy rates declining for the core property types. The 2016 Commercial Real Estate Lending Trends Report features the results of NAR's comprehensive survey covering REALTORS®' commercial financing conditions, including liquidity conditions, market impact, and funding sources. READ COMPLETE RESULTS
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-7/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Tamara Valdiserri, Kentwood Office Furniture, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-38/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR members: Michael Basitis, Bellabay Realty Chris Carr, City2Shore Realty Dusty Duistermars, Newmark Grubb Cressy & Everett Duke Gray, Keller Williams Rivertown and Sue LeBlanc, Grand River Bank, new Affiliate member.
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-37/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Affiliate member Gregg Henry, Nederveld, Inc., to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-36/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR member Jamie Hughes, Signature Associates, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-35/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome REALTOR member Joshua Jacobs, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan, and Affiliate member Jeremy Prins, Consumers Credit Union. Welcome!
- [NAR Backs Commercial Real Estate Bill](https://carwm.com/nar-backs-commercial-real-estate-bill/) - NAR backs a bill to help keep commercial real estate on a solid path by making upcoming risk-retention rules more appropriate to market realities. Right now, rules that are scheduled to take effect at the end of the year to protect against overly loose loans would have the unintended effect of making it harder for
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-6/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Jeff Uherek, ProCare Restoration Services, Inc., to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-34/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Steve Buck, REALTOR, Keller Williams Rivertown, and B.A. Amey, REALTOR, Signature Associates, to the membership.
- [CARWM Leadership Interviewed On Morning Radio Show](https://carwm.com/carwm-leadership-interviewed-on-morning-radio-show/) - On Wednesday, Feb. 17, CARWM President Dave Denton, President-Elect Tony Pearson, and Treasurer Jason Makowski were featured on the WEST MICHIGAN LIVE show with Neal Dionne. Hear the entire interview: http://www.woodradio.com/media/play/26749152/ Thank you, Dave, Tony, and Jason, for representing the association so well!
- [COMMERCIAL ALLIANCE OF REALTORS® ANNOUNCES AWARD RECIPIENTS](https://carwm.com/commercial-alliance-of-realtors-announces-award-recipients/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS® (CAR) held its Annual Awards Reception on February 4, 2016 at New Vintage Place. Nearly 140 commercial real estate practitioners and affiliates turned out to honor the following award recipients: REALTOR®-OF-THE-YEAR Tony Pearson, True North Real Estate REALTOR® Active In Politics Duke Suwyn, CCIM, SIOR, Colliers International TOP OF THE
- [13th Annual ICSC West Michigan P3 RETAIL Program](https://carwm.com/13th-annual-icsc-west-michigan-p3-retail-program/) - March 1, 2016 Richard M DeVos Center at Grand State Valley University ~ Loosemoore Auditorium 401 West Fulton Street, Suite 134E ♦ Grand Rapids, MI 49503 ♦ + 1 616 331 6624 ICSC is the trade association of the retail real estate industry. This ICSC P3 Retail program is a forum for the public and
- [WELCOME, NEW MEMBERS](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-33/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome two new Affiliate Members: Tami McGillen, First American Title and Jim Johnson, GMB Architecture and Engineering Services. Welcome!
- [NAR:  New Law Hands Big Wins to Commercial Sector](https://carwm.com/nar-new-law-hands-big-wins-to-commercial-sector/) - In late December, President Obama signed into law an omnibus appropriations bill that included permanent extension of the 15-year leasehold improvement depreciation period, which NAR actively advocated for. The bill also extended the 179D energy-efficient commercial buildings deduction for two years and included reforms to FIRPTA, which NAR has supported. Finally, the bill included a
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-32/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome REALTOR member Sam DeVries, Colliers International, and Affiliate member Becky Page, Driesenga & Associates, to the membership.
- [WELCOME, NEW MEMBERS](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-membesr/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Clement Audu, Audu Engineering Consultants, Inc., to the membership. Learn more about Clement Audu in the Affiliate Member Directory. Welcome Back, Jacob Everly, REALTOR member, Colliers International.
- [Welcome, New Member!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-3/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Jeff Draft, Signature Associates, to the membership.
- [2015 Q3 Commercial Real Estate Market Survey](https://carwm.com/2015-q3-commercial-real-estate-market-survey/) - The REALTORS® Commercial Real Estate Market Survey measures quarterly activity in the commercial real estate markets. The survey collects data from commercial REALTORS®. The survey is designed to provide an overview of market performance, sales and rental transactions, along with current economic challenges and future expectations. View Survey: http://www.realtor.org/reports/2015-q3-commercial-real-estate-market-survey
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-31/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Jake Heglund, JH Realty, and Andy Richter, Richter Realty, to the CAR membership.
- [West MI Rep. Bill Huizenga Champions NAR Action](https://carwm.com/west-mi-rep-bill-huizenga-champions-nar-action/) - On November 5, the House of Representatives voted, 354 to 72, to approve an amendment to remove the extended G-Fee (charged by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac) from the highway bill. The amendment to HR 22 was sponsored by Congressmen Randy Neugebauer (R-TX) and Bill Huizenga (R-MI). The main bill, H.R. 22, a 6-year, nearly $340
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-30/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new Affiliate members: Barb Brown, Chicago Title of Michigan, Inc. Thad Rieder, The Right Place, Inc. Brad Comment, The Right Place, Inc. Welcome!
- [2016 Board Officers Elected](https://carwm.com/2016-board-officers-elected/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to announce the Executive Committee of the 2016 Board of Directors. Congratulations: President: Dave Denton, DAR Development; President - Elect: Tony Pearson,True North Real Estate; Treasurer: Jason Makowski, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan; and Secretary: Cathy Bottema, Signature Associates. Additional Board Directors: Matt Abraham, Diane Dusendang, Jim Edewaard,
- [NATIONAL ASSOCIATION CONCERNED WITH LENDING OPPORTUNITIES](https://carwm.com/national-association-concerned-with-lending-opportunities/) - View this latest video released from NAR showing efforts to improve commercial lending opportunities: NAR COMMERCIAL LENDING VIDEO
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-29/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome two new REALTOR members: Greg Markvluwer, Granger Group, and Kevin VanHaitsma, Bradley Company. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-members-3/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome two affiliate members: Renwick Brutus, UDECON, LLC, and Tom Coleman, Transnation Title. Visit the affiliate directory for contact information. Welcome!
- [RPAC Breakfast Fundraiser Success](https://carwm.com/rpac-breakfast-fundraiser-success/) - 45 CAR Members met this morning at Colliers International for a state legislative update from MI REALTORS, political insider views from political editor Bill Ballanger, a fabulous breakfast and and outpouring of investment in the commercial real estate industry. Thank you to all who attended and made a commitment to support and protect the
- [Video Promotes West Michigan Progress](https://carwm.com/video-promotes-west-michigan-progress/) - Check out the new video recently released by Colliers International, in celebration of their 20th Anniversary. Guaranteed to make you glad you are part of the West Michigan Community: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIpsRA1CyH4&feature=youtu.be Thank you, Colliers, for sharing!!
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-28/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new REALTOR members: Bernie Merkle Erin Nugent Tim Noordhoek Bob Potter Welcome to the membership!
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-member-2/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Adam Vranian, Northstar Commercial, to the membership.
- [National Credit Union Administration Proposal to Increase Lending](https://carwm.com/national-credit-union-administration-proposal-to-increase-lending/) - The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) released a proposal altering the requirements for member business loans (MBL). NAR submitted comments in support of the proposal, citing the need for increased lending for commercial real estate and to small businesses. The proposal would allow each credit union more autonomy in creating a principle-based risk management policy
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-27/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR members: Lisa Sang, Altus Group Greg Orr, Five Star Real Estate Mike Tobin, REALICO, Inc. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-26/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new REALTOR members: Tony Sokol, Valu Tec, Inc. Tom Peterson, Colliers International Tyler Groth, Colliers International Tad Dobre, X Ventures Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-25/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR members Dan Yeomans and Chad Razmus, Amicus Management, Inc., and new affiliate member Dave Driscol, Custer, Inc. Welcome to the membership!
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-24/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new members: Barry LaFreniere, Northstar Commercial Mitchell Patzer, Bradley Company Shelby Reno, X Ventures Evan Riggle, Bradley Company Jim Townsley, Silveri Company Welcome!!
- [NAR 1031 Real Estate Study and Survey Results Available](https://carwm.com/nar-1031-real-estate-study-and-survey-results-available/) - Over the past several months, NAR has been an active participant in several studies and surveys to examine the scope and use of 1031 Exchanges by membership and other real estate professionals. Specifically, the studies were aimed at offering a prospectus of what the economic effect will be if they are eliminated from the tax
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-23/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome REALTOR member Sarah Duthie, Colliers International and Affiliate member Brad Laackman, Custer, Inc. Welcome!
- [Welcome New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-22/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome two new REALTOR members: Chris Beckering, X Ventures and Tom Bowers, Colliers International. Welcome!
- [Trolley Tour Shows Off East Town](https://carwm.com/trolley-tour-shows-off-east-town/) - Thanks to the Education Committee for organizing a fun and informative Trolley Tour on May 27. Thank you to Developer Karl Chew, for showing 834 Lake, the newly constructed/renovated apartment complex. Thank you, Orion Construction and Tracey Denney (Bluehouse) for the tour of East Town Flats. Thank you, Guy Bazzani, for the Kingsley Building Tour.
- [NAR:   Modest Growth Expected in Commercial Real Estate Markets](https://carwm.com/nar-modest-growth-expected-in-commercial-real-estate-markets/) - WASHINGTON (May 26, 2015) — A stronger labor market and increasing household formation should keep commercial real estate demand on a gradual incline, according to the National Association of Realtors® quarterly commercial real estate forecast. National office vacancy rates are forecast to slightly decrease 0.1 percent over the coming year as the demand for office
- [ENVIRONMENTAL UPDATE FOR REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS](https://carwm.com/environmental-update-for-real-estate-professionals/) - Real estate developers, brokers and property managers have precious little time to handle environmental challenges and when they occur, it seems to be at the most inopportune time and it can become a major distraction. Whether you are purchasing or refinancing real estate, under construction, or renovating buildings, environmental issues that are subject to
- [CARWM Participates in Washington DC Hill Visits](https://carwm.com/carwm-participates-in-washington-dc-hill-visits/) - CARWM President Duke Suwyn, MI REALTORS President Gene Szpeinski, and MI REALTORS Board Member (and Past CARWM President) Rod Alderink had the opportunity to visit U.S. Representatives Justin Amash and Bill Huizenga and U.S. Senators Gary Peters and Debbie Stabenaw during last week's visit to the nation's capitol. Participating in the National Association of REALTORS
- [Commercial Public Policy Report, May 2015](https://carwm.com/commercial-public-policy-report-may-2015/) - Road and Infrastructure Funding Proposals. Over the last three years, Governor Synder and the Legislature have been working on solutions to find more funding for roads. It is estimated that Michigan needs to spend at least $1.2 billion to maintain our existing infrastructure, annually, for the next 10 years. The Michigan Realtors® have been at
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-21/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Linda Oda to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-20/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Aaron Brummel, Cherette Group, as a new REALTOR member.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-19/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS welcomes the following new members: REALTOR Val Young, Hinman Company REALTOR Howie Boeve, Century 21 Affiliated Affiliate Jayne Schoenborn, GRand Environmental
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-18/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Michael Gordon, Keller Williams, as a new REALTOR member, and Bill McGee, Huntington Bank, as a new Affiliate member.
- [National Association of REALTORS Releases Commercial Issues Brief](https://carwm.com/national-association-of-realtors-releases-commercial-issues-brief/) - The National Association of REALTORS has released its commercial issues brief, outlining the activity of NAR on behalf of its commercial members. READ FULL BRIEF HERE: 4 2015 brief
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-member/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Don Clahassey, Altus Group, to the REALTOR membership.
- [Welcome, New Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member-2/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome REALTOR member Jill Langosch, CBRE|Grand Rapids to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-5/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Vicki Pratt, Cornerstone Alliance, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-4/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Christy Bakos, GRand Environmental, LLC, as a new Affiliate Member.
- ['Incentives' Lunch-n-Learn Caps Off Successful Winter Series](https://carwm.com/incentives-lunch-n-learn-caps-off-successful-winter-series/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS Education Committee presented a three-part series on Construction, culminating with a panel discussion on the topic of incentives. Thank you, Panelists: JONATHAN KLOOSTER (CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS) MEGAN SALL (THE RIGHT PLACE) JESSICA DeBONE (PM ENVIRONMENTAL) KIRK PERSCHBACHER (LAKESHORE ENVIRONMENTAL) The following is an example list of available incentives.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-members-2/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome two new affiliate members, Cindy Ortega and Rachel Foster, from the Kalamazoo office of Miller Johnson. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-3/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Alison DeKok, Interphase Interiors, Inc., as a new designated affiliate member.
- [Welcome, New Member!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-member/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Ben Cornell, Colliers International, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-17/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Michael Lopatin, Signature Associates, as a new REALTOR member. New Affiliate members are: Diane Chiles, Sun Title Agency Jessica DeBone, PM Environmental Bill Jaquinde, Sun Title Agency Welcome to CAR!
- [CARWM Members Share Great Real Estate News](https://carwm.com/carwm-members-share-great-real-estate-news/) - Great day for commercial real estate news! Office specialists Jason Makowski (NAI Wisinski of West Michigan) and Chip Bowling (X Ventures) offered great insight on the office market during this morning's "Commercial Real Estate Trends" segment on WGVU's Shelley Irwin Show. CAR Treasurer Tony Pearson and Executive Director Shari Veldman enjoyed a wonderful lunch with
- [Commercial Markets Poised for Growth Despite Weaker Global Economy](https://carwm.com/commercial-markets-poised-growth-despite-weaker-global-economy/) - WASHINGTON (February 19, 2015) – A stronger labor market and stable U.S. economy should keep commercial real estate demand on the rise, but the pace of growth will likely be hindered by overseas weakness, according to the National Association of Realtors® quarterly commercial real estate forecast. National office vacancy rates are forecast to slightly decrease
- [RPR Commercial Integration: A Tale of Two Associations](https://carwm.com/rpr-commercial-integration-tale-two-associations/) - written by Reggie McNicoly, RPR Commercial How can integrating RPR property data into your MLS/CIE system benefit your members? Last summer, we explored how RMLS in Portland, Oregon added utility and value to their homegrown MLS system by integrating RPR data onto the Listing Details page. Today, we’re heading to the heart of the Great
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-16/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR Ben Pitcher, DAR Development, and new Affiliate Members Ryan Wheeler (Orion Real Estate Solutions), Kelly Clum-Matthysse (Warner Norcross & Judd), and Jim Bultema (Railside Golf Club) to the membership.
- [Award Reception Honors Members](https://carwm.com/award-reception-honors-members/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS® (CAR) held its Annual Awards Reception on February 17, 2015, at the City Flats Ballroom. Over 140 commercial real estate practitioners and affiliates turned out to honor the following award recipients: REALTOR®-OF-THE-YEAR Ty E. Hallock, CCIM MOST CO-OP DEALS Mary Anne Wisinski-Rosely, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan ROOKIE OF THE
- [Lunch-N-Learn:  Construction - The Project Draws Crowd](https://carwm.com/lunch-n-learn-construction-project-draws-crowd/) - Today's Lunch-n-Learn panel discussion delving into the nuances of new construction vs. renovation, lending, appraisals, and more drew the interest of nearly 50 attendees. Thank you to Moderator Chip Hurley, and panelists Josh Szymanski (Owen-Ames-Kimball), Brad Rosely (Third Coast Development), Ryan Wolthuis (Grand River Bank) and John Meyer (John Meyer Appraisal Co.) for sharing your
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-15/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome JamisonWorst, Midwest Properties, and Chris Dana, True North Real Estate, to the membership. Also, welcome to new affiliate member Stephen Heintz, Dixon Environmental.
- [New Member Welcome](https://carwm.com/new-member-welcome/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Adam Sheridan, LivingTree Real Estate, to the membership.
- [First Informal Breakfast A Success](https://carwm.com/first-informal-breakfast-success/) - Congratulations to Networking and Events Committee members Frank Marshall,Renee VanDriel and Brian Klaver, for putting together a fantastic Informal Breakfast (January 20), at Blue35. Thank you, Mike Mraz, Rockford Construction, for the great Bluescape presentation. This event was possible with the sponsorships of Marshall and Associates, Transnation Title, and United Bank.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-14/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome: Bruce Arnsman, Berkshire Hathaway Commercial and Don Penniman, Lakeshore Environmental to the membership.
- [2014 Market Review](https://carwm.com/2014-market-review/) - MARKET HIGHLIGHTS - INDUSTRIAL The number of industrial transactions that occurred in 2014 increased by 38% over 2013 and continued to make it a challenge to find high quality buildings to meet the needs of the industrial market “There continues to be a struggle to find quality properties that meet the needs of today’s manufacturing
- [KEEP YOUR EYES ON THE ROAD (RESTRICTIONS)!](https://carwm.com/keep-eyes-road-restrictions/) - BY: FRED F. OTTERBEIN, GRI, ASSOCIATE BROKER, LIBERTY REALTY CORP. MI. & MARK C. HANISCH, ATTORNEY, LAW WEATHERS You have found the perfect building for your client to own or occupy. Your client’s business depends on large trucks to carry materials to and from its site. You are feeling quite pleased because the building that
- [TRIA Reauthorization Passes the Senate](https://carwm.com/tria-reauthorization-passes-senate/) - The National Association of REALTORS is pleased to report that the Senate passed H.R. 26, the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2015, by a vote of 93-4. This bill passed the House yesterday (by a vote of 416-5), and will now be sent to the President for signature into law. Though it was disappointing
- [January 6 "Commercial Real Estate Trends" Podcast](https://carwm.com/january-6-commercial-real-estate-trends-podcast/) - Listen to the January 6 'Commercial Real Estate Trends' segment on WGVU radio podcast: http://www.wgvu.org/wgvunews/index.cfm?id=tmsarc&sty=29964 featuring Industrial Specialists Stu Kingma and John Kuiper. Tune in Tuesday, February 3, for the next broadcast!
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-13/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new members: Doug Yntema, Altus Group Bill Aukeman, Butterworth Real Estate Group Shannon Benton, Realty Executives Platinum Group Matt Broers, Signature Associates Welcome!
- [Realtors® Applaud Final Passage of Legislation to Extend Key Real Estate Tax Provisions](https://carwm.com/realtors-applaud-final-passage-legislation-extend-key-real-estate-tax-provisions/) - WASHINGTON (December 17, 2014) – The following is a statement by National Association of Realtors® President Chris Polychron: “The package of tax extensions approved by the U.S. House and Senate, and headed to the President’s desk for signature, includes important provisions that will help distressed homeowners and commercial property investors with transactions made during 2014.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-12/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Eric Finnigan, DAR Development and Russ Bono, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan, and Natasha Boge, United Bank of Michigan, to the membership.
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-11/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new members: Bailey Aivars, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan Dane Davis, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan Christopher Miller, CBRE|Grand Rapids Jake Hogeboom, @Home Realty, Grand Haven Jacob Everly, Colliers International Eric Wynsma, Terra Firma and Cat Brainerd, Rhoades McKee. WELCOME!
- [NAR Reports Commercial Real Estate Demand is Holding Steady Despite Overseas Concerns](https://carwm.com/nar-reports-commercial-real-estate-demand-holding-steady-despite-overseas-concerns/) - WASHINGTON (November 24, 2014) – Despite a slowing global economy, forward economic momentum in the U.S. should keep commercial real estate activity on firmer footing, according to the National Association of Realtors® quarterly commercial real estate forecast. Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist, says commercial activity should progress at a gradual pace heading into 2015. “Solid
- [EPA Issue In The News](https://carwm.com/epa-issue-news/) - The incoming president of the Michigan Realtors organization has been busy this fall, calling upon many of its 24,000-plus members and supporters to let the Environmental Protection Agency and elected representatives in Washington know they are staunchly opposed to the EPA’s proposal to leave “navigable” out of a revision of the Clean Water Act. Agricultural
- [Realtors oppose EPA’s expanded ‘waters’ proposal](https://carwm.com/realtors-oppose-epas-expanded-waters-proposal/) - The incoming president of the Michigan Realtors organization has been busy this fall, calling upon many of its 24,000-plus members and supporters to let the Environmental Protection Agency and elected representatives in Washington know they are staunchly opposed to the EPA’s proposal to leave “navigable” out of a revision of the Clean Water Act. Agricultural
- [Commercial Real Estate Sector Rising](https://carwm.com/commercial-real-estate-sector-rising/) - Commercial Real Estate Sector Rising DAILY REAL ESTATE NEWS | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2014 REALTORS® who work with commercial properties can expect overall conditions to show continued signs of improvement during the next few years—but commercial real estate practitioners need to keep a close eye on the Federal Reserve, which is poised to raise interest
- [GRBJ Features CARWM Members](https://carwm.com/grbj-features-carwm-members/) - Mary Ann Wisinski-Rosely and Hillary Taatjes Woznick aren’t biological sisters, but professionally, they might as well be twins. The career paths of the two commercial real estate game-changers feature strikingly similar trail marks. Both are Grand Rapids natives. They were born to two of the most important names in West Michigan’s commercial real estate’s industry:
- ["Women In Commercial Real Estate" featured in first CARWM Radio Segment](https://carwm.com/women-commercial-real-estate-featured-first-carwm-radio-segment/) - The first segment of "Commercial Real Estate Trends" debuted November 4, 2014, at 10 a.m. on WGVU - The Shelley Irwin Show. "Women in Commercial Real Estate" was the featured topic, with guests Mary Anne Wisinski Rosely and Hillary Taatjes Woznick (CAR Directors). Here's the podcost: http://www.wgvu.org/wgvunews/index.cfm?id=tmsdetail&sty=29177 Commercial Real Estate Trends will air the
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-10/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Bailey Aivars and Dane Davis, NAI Wisinski of West Michigan, to the membership. Welcome, Christopher Miller, CBRE|Grand Rapids. Welcome to CAR!
- [Legal Update Panel at Summit Featured in Publication](https://carwm.com/legal-update-panel-summit-featured-publication/) - Five of CAR's attorney members created and participated in the Legal Update portion of the Summit on October 2, 2014. Here is a great article by Grand Rapids Legal News that featured the panel: http://www.legalnews.com/grandrapids/1396078/
- [CAR Affiliate Member Named Contractor of the Year](https://carwm.com/car-affiliate-member-named-contractor-year/) - A contractor with a long local history is the new Michigan Contractor of the Year. The winner Owen-Ames-Kimball, or O-A-K, which was founded in Grand Rapids in 1891, was named the big winner at Thursday night’s fifth-annual MCOY awards celebration, hosted by the American Subcontractors Association of Michigan. The event, which was attended by about
- [Certificates of Insurance: New Law May Require Contract Revisions](https://carwm.com/certificates-insurance-new-law-may-require-contract-revisions/) - September 3, 2014 On June 28, the Governor signed a new Michigan law addressing the legal effect of certificates of insurance, those commonly-used pieces of paper that you exchange with others to prove that insurance coverage exists. This new law underscores the importance of your contract insurance requirements—and the unreliability of certificates of insurance. Yes,
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-9/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR member Kristen Moore, M Retail, and new affiliate members Tom Pfister, Chicago Title, and Josh Gibbs, Commercial Bank - Greenville. WELCOME!
- [Why is a Phase I the best money you can spend ??](https://carwm.com/phase-best-money-can-spend/) - Risk Management An ASTM E1527-13 Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (Phase I) enables buyers to qualify for the innocent landowner's defense to the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) for a property purchase. Commonly known in Michigan as "Polluter Pays," buyers will own any historical impacts on a property once they close, unless
- [Congratulations, CAR Members Sam Cummings and Dennis VanDam](https://carwm.com/congratulations-car-members-sam-cummings-dennis-vandam/) - Commercial Alliance of REALTORS members Sam Cummings and Dennis VanDam have been appointed by Governor Snyder to serve on the following state boards: Natural Resources Trust Fund Board Sam CUMMINGS, of Grand Rapids, was reappointed. He is principal and managing partner of CWD Real Estate Investment with more than 20 years of experience in the
- [Commercial Real Estate State Legislative Priorities](https://carwm.com/commercial-real-estate-state-legislative-priorities/) - Members of the Commercial Alliance of REALTORS® met with Senate and House leaders on Wednesday, September 10, for COMMERCIAL REALTOR DAY. The statewide event included members of the Commercial Board of REALTORS (based on the east side of the state), and offered the opportunity to discuss real estate issues with legislators. Topics that were discussed:
- [Cost versus Value - an Appraiser and Realtor Dilemma](https://carwm.com/cost-versus-value-appraiser-realtor-dilemma/) - There has been an on-going discussion for as long as I have been in the real estate business as to why cost may not equal value. It can certainly be argued that if something costs X to build, why is in not worth X? The cost may be factual and well supported and the property
- [Law Weathers Attorney Joins Commercial Alliance of REALTORS](https://carwm.com/law-weathers-attorney-joins-commercial-alliance-realtors/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to add Mark Hanisch, an attorney with Law Weathers, as a new Designated Affiliate member. Welcome, Mark!
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members-2/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome David TenCate and Jeffrey Dombrowski, of Capstone Real Estate, to the membership.
- [Michigan CCIM Chapter Offering CI 101](https://carwm.com/michigan-ccim-chapter-offering-ci-101/) - The Michigan CCIM Chapter is offering CI 101 : Financial Analysis For Commercial Investment Real Estate in October. Please click on the link for registration details: CI 101 In Bingham Farms
- [Golf Outing Winning Teams - CONGRATULATIONS](https://carwm.com/golf-outing-winning-teams-congratulations/) - The 15th Annual Commercial Alliance of REALTORS Golf Outing was held August 18, 2014, at Blythefield Country Club. Congratulations to these winners: Men's Division: Ryan Wolthuis, Kurt Hassberger, Rob Dykstra and Chad Barton Women's Division: Doris Drain, Diane Karnes, Pamela Collins and Lori Baker Mixed Division: Tracie McRae, Doug Kohlbeck, Jen Kreuger and Kip Doezema
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-8/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome the following new members: Kathleen Dennison Adriense, Lighthouse Property Management Jonathan Nesburg, Colliers International Christopher Prins, Colliers International WELCOME!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-7/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome new REALTOR member Kyle Sischo, Prime Development, and affiliate member Joe Beutler, ASTI-Environmental.
- [Yes! on Proposal 1](https://carwm.com/yes-proposal-1/) - YES on Proposal 1, Tuesday, August 5th! The Michigan Realtors (formerly known as the MAR) Public Policy Committee and Board of Directors are supporting Proposal 1. This is an important issues for many commercial real estate clients and the continued growth of Michigan’s economy. For all businesses with less than $80,000 of PPT (that is very likely you and 99% of other
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-6/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome two new affiliate members: Todd Hendricks, Rhoades McKee and Marty Janowiak, BLDI Environmental Engineering. Welcome!
- [Mid-Year Market Report - Industrial/Office/Retail](https://carwm.com/mid-year-market-report-industrialofficeretail/) - MARKET HIGHLIGHTS - INDUSTRIAL • There remains a lack of high quality inventory for sale, and market activity remains high as the buildings that remain available have good activity and are selling. “Existing building sale prices are inching toward the point where new construction may start to become an alternative consideration,” stated Stu Kingma, NAI
- [Commercial Alliance of REALTORS Endorses Candidates](https://carwm.com/commercial-alliance-realtors-endorses-candidates/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS® has endorsed the following candidates for State House and Senate seats: • 26th District Senate – Tonya Schuitmaker • 28th District Senate – Peter MacGregor • 29th District Senate – Dave Hildenbrand • 72nd District House – Ken Yonker • 73rd District House – Chris Afendoulis and Robert Regan •
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-5/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new members: Joe Rizqallah, Signature Associates Scott Ryskamp, Ryskamp Realty Frank Reimus, Sperry Van Ness, Silveri Company Welcome to the membership.
- [Welcome New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-4/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Frank Cobb, RE/MAX of Muskegon and Greg Taylor, Phoenix Properties to the membership. Welcome!
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-3/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Peg O'Dowd, Bradley Company, to the membership.
- [CCIM Mixer Invitation](https://carwm.com/ccim-mixer-invitation/) - CCIM SPRING MIXER - June 12, 2014. See the link for details!! CCIM SPRING MIXER
- [Welcome, New Members!](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members-2/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome the following new members: David Clark, Nederveld, Inc. Charlie Hoats, Newmark Grubb Cressy and Everett Drew Nelson, Signature Associates Larry Snider, 1-800-Lawfirm Welcome to CAR!
- [ULI Presents "A River Runs Through It" - June 5](https://carwm.com/uli-presents-river-runs-june-5/) - A River Runs Through It will focus on three past, present and future river-related projects in Michigan: Arcadia Creek, Kalamazoo Steve Deisler, Downtown Kalamazoo Incorporated (DKI) Jack Hopkins, Jack hopkins Consulting Services, LLC For more than a century, Arcadia Creek lay buried under the streets of Kalamazoo. A section of the creek was uncovered in
- [TMA Chapter Event - May 22](https://carwm.com/tma-chapter-event-may-22/) - Business Transitions: A Discussion with James Hackett, Former CEO of Steelcase, Inc. (Seating is limited) Agenda: 4:30 p.m. Networking/Registration 5:30 p.m. Presentation Venue: Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum 303 Pearl St. NW, Grand Rapids Discussion Moderated By: Doug Wilterdink, Managing Partner for DWH. Register online at:https://www.turnaround.org/Events/RegisterAA.aspx?objectId=3210 or E-mail Chapter Administrator, Lisa Studnicky at: alea-va@comcast.net
- [Realtors® Report Positive Outlook in Commercial Market with Increases in Sales Volume, Income](https://carwm.com/realtors-report-positive-outlook-commercial-market-increases-sales-volume-income/) - WASHINGTON (May 6, 2014) – Realtors® who practice commercial real estate reported an increase in sales transaction volume and medium gross annual income last year, according to the 2014 National Association of Realtors® Commercial Member Profile. NAR commercial members who were surveyed conduct all or part of their activity in commercial sales, leasing, brokerage and
- [Admin Committee Develops MLS Training Sessions](https://carwm.com/admin-committee-develops-mls-training-sessions/) - This morning's quarterly meeting of the Admin Committee fell on Administrative Assistant's Day, prompting the group photo and celebration of donuts! The Admin Committee is planning to hold a MLS training session in early June, to share tips on searching, adding and updating listings, and creating reports.More details will be available soon.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-2/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Mike Sewalk, Bank of America Practice Solutions, as a new Designated Affiliate member.
- [NAR -  Commercial Real Estate Impact of Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act](https://carwm.com/nar-commercial-real-estate-impact-homeowner-flood-insurance-affordability-act/) - View this NAR Update regarding this new legislation and how it impacts commercial real estate: http://www.realtor.org/videos/flood-bill-helps-commercial
- [Welcome, New Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-members/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome REALTOR David Draft, Signature Associates, and Affiliate member Jeff Hickman, HomeBanc, to the CAR membership.
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-members/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new Affiliate members: Tom Frost, The Bank of Holland Kate Teichman, Wolverine Bank Welcome!
- [National Association of REALTORS:  Commercial Real Estate Outlook Positive but Moderating](https://carwm.com/national-association-realtors-commercial-real-estate-outlook-positive-moderating/) - Market fundamentals in commercial real estate continue to improve but at a slower pace, according to the National Association of Realtors® quarterly commercial real estate forecast. Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist, said fundamentals are still on an uptrend. “Growth in commercial real estate sectors continues at a moderate pace from a very slow pace of
- [Welcome, New REALTOR Members](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-realtor-members/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome these new REALTOR members in February: Trent Wieringa, Colliers International Steve Penfield, X Ventures Michael Kothe, Real Estate Plus Joel Kamstra, Cherry Street Partners Sam Southwick, DAR Development Victoria Mitchell, Ben Muller Realty
- [CAR Featured As WZZM Story of the Week](https://carwm.com/car-featured-wzzm-story-week/) - (As seen on WZZM TV 13) A report from the Commercial Alliance of Realtors of West Michigan has revealed many properties changing hands. The transactions covered in the report focused on the 2013 office, industrial and retail space in approximately 16 counties in the West Michigan area, including the cities of Grand Rapids, Holland, Kalamazoo,
- [Congratulations, John Francis, REALTOR of the YEAR](https://carwm.com/congratulations-john-francis-realtor-year/)
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Brian Pearson to the Affiliate membership. Pearson is an attorney with Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge.
- [2014 Award Winners Announced](https://carwm.com/2014-award-winners-announced/) - COMMERCIAL ALLIANCE OF REALTORS® ANNOUNCES AWARD RECIPIENTS WEST MICHIGAN – The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS® (CAR) held it Annual Awards Reception on February 11, 2014, at the City Flats Ballroom. Over 125 commercial real estate practitioners and affiliates turned out to honor the following award recipients: REALTOR®-OF-THE-YEAR John Francis, CCIM MOST CO-OP
- [Welcome, New Affiliate Member, Chelsey Foster](https://carwm.com/welcome-new-affiliate-member-chelsey-foster/) - The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to add a new affiliate member, Chelsey Foster, with Commercial Bank in Hastings.
- [Phase I ESA Affected By New Regulations](https://carwm.com/phase-esa-affected-new-regulations/) - PHASE I ESA Affected by New Regulations On Dec. 30th, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published the final rule updating the AAI (All Appropriate Inquiries) regulations to reference the 2013 version of the ASTM standard (E1527-13) for Phase I site assessments. The 2013 changes, which are effective immediately, include some changes that will
- [CAR Receives RPAC "Greatest Over Goal" Award](https://carwm.com/car-receives-rpac-greatest-goal-award/) - The Michigan Association of REALTORS has awarded the Commercial Alliance of REALTORS the 2013 "Greatest Over Goal" RPAC award for associations with less than 500 members. CAR members donated 305% over the stated goal. Funds contributed will be used in a variety of ways, including supporting commercial real estate friendly candidates and lobbying issues.
- [2013 In Review](https://carwm.com/2013-review/) - MARKET HIGHLIGHTS - OFFICE Office building sales continued to improve in 2013, with the number of sale transactions up 28% over 2012.. Over 1.12 millions square feet of office space was sold in 2013, with the majority of buildings sold less 20,000 square feet. Sales dollar volume of office properties reflected the market trend of
- [Legal Update:  Property Tax "Uncapping"](https://carwm.com/legal-update-property-tax-uncapping/) - DETROIT LIONS FOOTBALL AND PROPERTY TAX “UNCAPPING” MICHIGAN COURT MAKES THE CALL By Steven K. Stawski, Esq. For football fans, the term “uncapping” may have a different meaning than in a new legal opinion that is binding on Michigan courts. This play-by-play review provides a “coaching moment” for property owners and related industry professionals, especially appraisers, accountants,

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- [Realtor Membership Application](https://carwm.com/realtor-membership-application/) - REALTOR® members are individuals who are licensed as brokers, salespersons, licensed appraisers and/or certified appraisers, and who is not the Designated REALTOR of a brokerage firm or company. REALTOR® Member Application Personal InformationType of Membership Request: Designated Realtor Member Realtor Member First Name(Required)As it appears on licenseMiddle NameLast Name(Required)Nickname (DBA)Date of BirthSocial SecurityLast 4
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- [Contact Us](https://carwm.com/contact-us/)
- [Distinguished Affiliate](https://carwm.com/distinguished-affiliate-2/)

## Sponsors

- [Jon Siebers](https://carwm.com/sponsors/jon-siebers/) - Commercial real estate legal services
- [Kirk Perschbacher](https://carwm.com/sponsors/kirk-perschbacher/) - Engineering, Architectural, Scientific, Construction services
- [Lawrence Duthler](https://carwm.com/sponsors/lawrence-duthler/) - At Sun Title, we not only deliver accurate, detailed, and timely title commitments and closing statements, but also behind-the-scenes empowerment that help the professionals we serve be their best, a culture our team can thrive in, and buyers and sellers just plain happy.
- [Doris Drain](https://carwm.com/sponsors/doris-drain/) - UNITED BANK OF MICHIGAN We genuinely believe in community banking, and think a local, independent bank should last. So we build relationships, customize banking, and get creative to offer flexibility, responsiveness and true service to customers and community.
- [Brian Klaver](https://carwm.com/sponsors/brian-klaver/) - UNITED BANK We genuinely believe in community banking, and think a local, independent bank should last. So we build relationships, customize banking, and get creative to offer flexibility, responsiveness and true service to customers and community.
- [Jonathan Anderson](https://carwm.com/sponsors/jonathan-anderson/) - VARNUM RIDDERING, SCHMIDT Guiding Leaders and Innovators Across the country and around the globe, business leaders and innovators look to Varnum as their trusted legal advisor for excellence, innovation and superior results. Varnum clients represent a diverse range of business and legal interests: manufacturers, financial institutions, health care providers, municipalities, publishers, retailers, transportation, charitable organizations
- [Benham Wrigley](https://carwm.com/sponsors/benham-wrigley/) - WRIGLEY & HOFFMAN PC Wrigley & Hoffman provides legal services to the West Michigan commercial real estate industry in all of its facets, including document preparation, negotiation and planning, leasing activities, and title, ownership and tenancy issues. The firm’s attorneys have combined legal experience of over 100 years in the real estate and business fields,
- [Doug Snyder](https://carwm.com/sponsors/doug-snyder/) - Driesenga & Associates, Inc. (D&A) is a full-service professional engineering firm providing: Civil Engineering Land Planning and Development Land Surveying Geotechnical Engineering Environmental Consulting Construction Materials Testing & Inspection D&A provides services to public and private sector clients ranging from municipal agencies to developers. The firm’s market sectors include: municipal and transportation infrastructure; commercial and
- [Jim Manning](https://carwm.com/sponsors/jim-manning/) - PLANTE & MORAN PLLC Your needs change as constantly as the world around you — and we meet them with the resources and expert guidance necessary not only to succeed, but to achieve more. As advisors, collaborators, and creative thinkers, we have a stake in your success; every conversation we have, every milestone we set,
- [Jeff Balgoyen](https://carwm.com/sponsors/jeff-balgoyen/) - After 20 plus years in the environmental consulting business as a prior co-owner of an environmental consulting company for 16 years and Environmental Services Manager for 4 years, Resource Solutions Environmental (RSE) was founded by Jeff Balgoyen in 2014 as a full-service environmental consulting firm.
- [Eric Starck](https://carwm.com/sponsors/eric-starck/) - Founded in 1959, Miller Johnson is a full-service firm providing legal counsel to businesses and individuals in areas such as business and corporate, employment and labor, litigation, employee benefits, family law, and estate planning. In November 2013, U.S. News and World Report and Best Lawyers awarded Miller Johnson with tier-one rankings for 25 practice areas
- [Jeff Ammon](https://carwm.com/sponsors/jeff-ammon/) - Founded in 1959, Miller Johnson is a full-service firm providing legal counsel to businesses and individuals in areas such as business and corporate, employment and labor, litigation, employee benefits, family law, and estate planning. In November 2013, U.S. News and World Report and Best Lawyers awarded Miller Johnson with tier-one rankings for 25 practice areas

## Affiliates

- [Angie Forward](https://carwm.com/affiliates/angie-forward/) - Title Insurance and Escrow Services
- [Denny Briggs](https://carwm.com/affiliates/denny-briggs/) - Commercial Banking
- [Bill McGee](https://carwm.com/affiliates/bill-mcgee-2/) - Full Service Personal, Business and Real Estate Financial Services
- [Jim Wisniewski](https://carwm.com/affiliates/jim-wisniewski/) - High-performance commercial roofing solutions that stand the test of time
- [Deanna Dargis](https://carwm.com/affiliates/deanna-dargis/) - general contracting, construction management, design build
- [Audrey Kukulies](https://carwm.com/affiliates/audrey-kukulies/) - commercial title insurance
- [Colleen Hoerman](https://carwm.com/affiliates/colleen-hoerman/) - Commercial banking services
- [Ian Munch](https://carwm.com/affiliates/ian-munch/) - Environmental and site development services
- [Jesse Veenkant](https://carwm.com/affiliates/jesse-veenkant/) - Environmental Services
- [Mike Ready](https://carwm.com/affiliates/mike-ready/) - Commercial construction services
- [Ray Stark](https://carwm.com/affiliates/ray-stark/) - Commercial Title
- [Shelby Reno](https://carwm.com/affiliates/shelby-reno/) - Commercial design services
- [Bo Stover](https://carwm.com/affiliates/bo-stover/) - Electrical - new construction and renovations
- [Shain Showers](https://carwm.com/affiliates/shain-showers/) - Commercial real estate lending and finance
- [Michael Crumback](https://carwm.com/affiliates/michael-crumback/) - Construction - Concrete and Civil Services
- [Angie Hanks](https://carwm.com/affiliates/angie-hanks/) - Commercial loans, deposit accounts, mortgages, CDs
- [Jamie Millspaugh](https://carwm.com/affiliates/jamie-millspaugh/) - Architecture, Design, Planning
- [Aaron Jenks](https://carwm.com/affiliates/aaron-jenks/) - Engineering, Architecture, Design
- [Julia Daihl](https://carwm.com/affiliates/julia-daihl/) - Architecture, engineering, design
- [Matt Allen](https://carwm.com/affiliates/matt-allen/) - Environmental Strategy, Wetland Delineation & Water Resource Permitting
- [Linda Engle](https://carwm.com/affiliates/linda-engle/) - Commercial banking
- [Ryan Dykhouse](https://carwm.com/affiliates/ryan-dykhouse/) - Construction Management/ Design Build/General Contracting
- [Solomon Boisvert](https://carwm.com/affiliates/solomon-boisvert/) - Environmental Specialist
- [Haven Muller](https://carwm.com/affiliates/haven-muller/) - Commercial Construction
- [Zach Richmond](https://carwm.com/affiliates/zach-richmond/) - General Contracting/Construction Management
- [Jonathan Frantz](https://carwm.com/affiliates/jonathan-frantz/) - Commercial Cleaning Service
- [Nate Davis](https://carwm.com/affiliates/nate-davis/) - Real Estate and Environmental Lawyer
- [Quenton Griess](https://carwm.com/affiliates/quenton-griess/) - Commercial Construction Services
- [Tim Mroz](https://carwm.com/affiliates/tim-mroz/) - Economic development services in the West Michigan region
- [Denise Nowak](https://carwm.com/affiliates/denise-nowak/) - Commercial Title services
- [Cassie Lipinski](https://carwm.com/affiliates/cassie-lipinski/) - Title Insurance
- [Megan Hall](https://carwm.com/affiliates/megan-hall/) - Commercial Escrow Officer - Title Insurance
- [Brant Kym](https://carwm.com/affiliates/brant-kym/) - Commercial Banking
- [Scott Brouwer](https://carwm.com/affiliates/scott-brouwer/) - Solutions To Office Interior Needs
- [Joe Bolin, CPG, CHMM](https://carwm.com/affiliates/joe-bolin-cpg-chmm/) - Environmental Consulting Services
- [Angie Murphy](https://carwm.com/affiliates/angela-murphy/) - Turnkey Industrial/Plant Installs (rigging, foundations, electrical, mechanical, machine services, fire suppression and storage)
- [Greg Teall](https://carwm.com/affiliates/greg-teall/) - Commercial Services, Business Lending
- [Chaz Kleinhuizen](https://carwm.com/affiliates/chaz-kleinhuizen/) - Business Lending, Commercial Financial Services
- [Chris Schneider](https://carwm.com/affiliates/chris-schneider/) - Commercial Services, business lending
- [Travis Alden](https://carwm.com/affiliates/travis-alden/) - Engineering and consulting services in West Michigan
- [Colin Bennett](https://carwm.com/affiliates/colin-bennett/) - Commercial Real Estate Legal Services
- [Hunter Bol](https://carwm.com/affiliates/hunter-bol/) - Property and Casualty Insurance
- [Jono Klooster](https://carwm.com/affiliates/jono-klooster/) - Commercial Construction
- [Kirstyn Monroe](https://carwm.com/affiliates/kirstyn-monroe/) - Commercial real estate financing/Construction financing and commercial banking services.
- [Geoff McDaniel](https://carwm.com/affiliates/geoff-mcdaniel/) - Architecture and Engineering
- [Kelly Clum-Mattysse](https://carwm.com/affiliates/kelly-clum-mattysse/)
- [Andrew wenzel](https://carwm.com/affiliates/andrew-wenzel/)
- [Jim Johnson](https://carwm.com/affiliates/jim-johnson-2/) - Architectural and Engineering Services
- [Ethan Groothuis](https://carwm.com/affiliates/ethan-groothuis-2/) - commercial banking
- [Shannon Dwyer](https://carwm.com/affiliates/shannon-dwyer-2/) - Commercial mortgages, equipment financing, business banking
- [David Quade](https://carwm.com/affiliates/david-quade-2/) - Commercial Loans, Deposits, Treasury Management
- [Julie Parker](https://carwm.com/affiliates/julie-parker-2/)
- [Timothy Dudley](https://carwm.com/affiliates/timothy-dudley-2/) - Legal Services
- [Jayme Kosal](https://carwm.com/affiliates/jayme-kosal-2/) - Horizon Bank Bank is a full-service bank, offering commercial mortgages, equipment loans, lines of credit, and consumer loans. Loans are originated and retained locally. We offer long-term, fixed-rate commercial real estate mortgages. Let us customize a loan to fit your needs.
- [Tom Harrold](https://carwm.com/affiliates/tom-harrold/) - Property Management Services
- [Mark Troy](https://carwm.com/affiliates/mark-troy-2/) - Commercial Property Management
- [Courtney Dunaj](https://carwm.com/affiliates/courtney-dunaj/) - brownfield redevelopment, environmental due diligence, ecological services
- [Matt Brechting](https://carwm.com/affiliates/matt-brechting/) - Paving Contractor. Tar and chip driveways, ranch roads.
- [Doris Drain](https://carwm.com/affiliates/doris-drain-2/)
- [Brian Klaver](https://carwm.com/affiliates/brian-klaver-2/)
- [Sara Lachman](https://carwm.com/affiliates/sara-lachman/) - Commercial real estate legal services
- [Shawn Shadley](https://carwm.com/affiliates/shawn-shadley-2/) - Environmental and Engineering Services
- [John Spendow](https://carwm.com/affiliates/john-spendow/) - Title/Escrow services
- [Karl Jones](https://carwm.com/affiliates/karl-jones/) - Commercial Lending
- [Marty Janowiak](https://carwm.com/affiliates/marty-janowiak/) - Environmental services
- [Eleyan Dababneh](https://carwm.com/affiliates/eleyan-dababneh/) - Banking, Borrowing, Investing and Insuring
- [Tara Steele](https://carwm.com/affiliates/tara-steele/) - Business/Commercial Lending
- [Tim Tyler](https://carwm.com/affiliates/tim-tyler/) - Banking - checking, savings, mortgages, commercial, and retail loans
- [Cody Fontaine](https://carwm.com/affiliates/cody-fontaine/) - Commercial Loan Officer
- [Tom Host](https://carwm.com/affiliates/tom-host-2/) - Transnation Title Agency of Michigan operates throughout the State of Michigan. We are a full service title agency providing title insurance, title search products, multi-faceted escrow and closing services and 1031 Exchange service. A complete list of office locations can be found at www.transmi.com
- [Mario Castillo](https://carwm.com/affiliates/mario-castillo-2/) - commercial/residential title and escrow services
- [Josh Pulsifer](https://carwm.com/affiliates/josh-pulsifer/) - Title Services
- [Heather Fedorowych](https://carwm.com/affiliates/heather-fedorowych-3/)
- [Matt Mankivsky](https://carwm.com/affiliates/matt-mankivsky/) - Real Estate Lending
- [Stephanie Sackett](https://carwm.com/affiliates/stephanie-sackett/) - Real Estate Law/Environmental Law
- [Craig Mulica](https://carwm.com/affiliates/craig-mulica-2/) - Environmental Services
- [Mike Hollander](https://carwm.com/affiliates/mike-hollander/) - Commercial Banking
- [Kevin Simpson](https://carwm.com/affiliates/kevin-simpson-2/) - Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design, Landscape design, sustainable design
- [Jordan Bush](https://carwm.com/affiliates/jordan-bush/) - Estate Planning and Real Property Transaction Legal Counsel
- [Erik Peterson](https://carwm.com/affiliates/erik-peterson/) - Environmental
- [Joe VanBrocklin](https://carwm.com/affiliates/joe-vanbrocklin/) - Commercial Lending and Financial Services
- [Susan Pastoor](https://carwm.com/affiliates/susan-pastoor/) - Title Services
- [David Hill](https://carwm.com/affiliates/david-hill-2/) - Legal Services
- [Stacey Knowles](https://carwm.com/affiliates/stacey-knowles/) - Legal Services
- [Jay Ahmed](https://carwm.com/affiliates/jay-ahmed/) - Business and personal banking services, elevating the communities we serve.
- [Chelsey Foster](https://carwm.com/affiliates/chelsey-foster-2/) - Business and personla banking services, elevating the communities we serve
- [Renee VanDriel](https://carwm.com/affiliates/renee-vandriel-2/) - Commercial Title/Escrow services
- [Leonard Cradit](https://carwm.com/affiliates/leonard-cradit/) - Licensed Public Adjusters
- [Chris Summers](https://carwm.com/affiliates/chris-summers/) - Commercial Roofing services
- [Johnny Pinjuv](https://carwm.com/affiliates/johnny-pinjuv/) - Legal Services
- [Stuart Dorf](https://carwm.com/affiliates/stuart-dorf/) - Public Adjustment Services
- [Janice Gundry](https://carwm.com/affiliates/janice-gundry-2/)
- [Ryan McNally](https://carwm.com/affiliates/ryan-mcnally-2/)
- [Brian Campbell](https://carwm.com/affiliates/brian-campbell-2/) - Commercial Banking (Test)
- [Chris Duba](https://carwm.com/affiliates/chris-duba-3/) - Duba & Duba, PLLC, located in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids at 180 Monroe Avenue, provides a variety of services in the commercial real estate industry. Attorney brothers Chris Duba and Don Duba both provide representation for developers, investors, owners, landlords, tenants, buyers, sellers, brokers and realtors in real estate matters and other related
- [Doug Snyder](https://carwm.com/affiliates/doug-snyder-2/) - Driesenga & Associates, Inc. (D&A) is a full-service professional engineering firm providing: Civil Engineering Land Planning and Development Land Surveying Geotechnical Engineering Environmental Consulting Construction Materials Testing & Inspection D&A provides services to public and private sector clients ranging from municipal agencies to developers. The firm’s market sectors include: municipal and transportation infrastructure; commercial
- [Bradd Pierce](https://carwm.com/affiliates/bradd-pierce-2/) - EDF is in the business of making things happen for small business. We help originate, close and service SBA 504 Loans. As a Certified Development Company that was founded in 1981, we have 30 years of experience to guide you through each step of the way. Our expert staff knows how to make the process
- [Ben Greemann](https://carwm.com/affiliates/ben-greemann-2/) - Greemann Capital, located at 6140 28th St. SE – Suite 215, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 specializes in long term, fixed rate commercial mortgage financing including apartments, office, industrial, and retail developments. We originate, underwrite, package, negotiate, close and service commercial mortgage loans. Call us today at 616-974-0245 or visit our website at www.greemanncapital.com to see
- [Tracie McRae](https://carwm.com/affiliates/tracie-mcrae-3/) - Title Insurance and Escrow
- [Kirk Perschbacher](https://carwm.com/affiliates/kirk-perschbacher-2/) - Engineering, Architectural, Scientific, Construction services
- [Don Duba](https://carwm.com/affiliates/don-duba-2/) - Duba & Duba, PLLC, located in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids at 180 Monroe Avenue, provides a variety of services in the commercial real estate industry. Attorney brothers Chris Duba and Don Duba both provide representation for developers, investors, owners, landlords, tenants, buyers, sellers, brokers and realtors in real estate matters and other related
- [Lawrence Duthler](https://carwm.com/affiliates/lawrence-duthler-2/)
- [Jon Siebers](https://carwm.com/affiliates/jon-siebers-2/) - Commercial real estate legal services
- [Mary Jane Rhoades](https://carwm.com/affiliates/mary-jane-rhoades-2/)
- [Emily Green](https://carwm.com/affiliates/emily-green-2/)
- [Jim Manning](https://carwm.com/affiliates/jim-manning-2/)
- [Josh Szymanski](https://carwm.com/affiliates/josh-szymanski-2/)
- [Terry Sanford](https://carwm.com/affiliates/terry-sanford-2/) - Nederveld, bringing your vision to reality since 1977 with the expertise of our surveyors, engineers, environmental consultants, planners and architects from six offices located in Grand Rapids, Holland, Ann Arbor, Columbus, Chicago and Indianapolis. We invite you to experience the Nederveld difference at 800.222.1686 or www.nederveld.com.
- [Scott Hendges](https://carwm.com/affiliates/scott-hendges-2/) - Nederveld, bringing your vision to reality since 1977 with the expertise of our surveyors, engineers, environmental consultants, planners and architects from six offices located in Grand Rapids, Holland, Ann Arbor, Columbus, Chicago and Indianapolis. We invite you to experience the Nederveld difference at 800.222.1686 or www.nederveld.com.
- [Jeff Balgoyen](https://carwm.com/affiliates/jeff-balgoyen-2/) - Environmental Consulting
- [Eric Starck](https://carwm.com/affiliates/eric-starck-2/) - Founded in 1959, Miller Johnson is a full-service firm providing legal counsel to businesses and individuals in areas such as business and corporate, employment and labor, litigation, employee benefits, family law, and estate planning. In November 2013, U.S. News and World Report and Best Lawyers awarded Miller Johnson with tier-one rankings for 25 practice areas
- [Jayne Schoenborn](https://carwm.com/affiliates/jayne-schoenborn-2/) - Real Estate Environmental Due Diligence Services
- [Bradley Comment](https://carwm.com/affiliates/bradley-comment-2/) - Economic Development: Business retention, expansion and attraction
- [Todd Hendricks](https://carwm.com/affiliates/todd-hendricks-2/) - Legal Services
- [T J Pontarelli](https://carwm.com/affiliates/t-j-pontarelli-2/)
- [Christy Bakos](https://carwm.com/affiliates/christy-bakos-2/) - Environmental Consulting - Real Estate Due Diligence services
- [Frank Marshall](https://carwm.com/affiliates/frank-marshall-2/) - Marshall Associates is a provider of environmental and site development services for banking, real estate and development markets. We have over 20-years experience all over the mid-west and, in particular, the Greater Grand Rapids market. What makes us unique is that we exclusively employ senior staff to produce work. This process has made us a 'top
- [Ben Hammond](https://carwm.com/affiliates/ben-hammond-2/) - Legal Services
- [Jeff Basil](https://carwm.com/affiliates/jeff-basil-2/) - Title Insurance
- [Casey Smith](https://carwm.com/affiliates/casey-smith-2/) - Consulting - Environmental and Construction Engineering
- [Grant Schertzing](https://carwm.com/affiliates/grant-schertzing-2/) - Legal Services
- [Andy Bassford](https://carwm.com/affiliates/andy-bassford-2/) - Banking
- [Kevin Kossen](https://carwm.com/affiliates/kevin-kossen-2/) - Title Insurance and Escrow
- [Brian Kelly](https://carwm.com/affiliates/brian-kelly-2/)
- [Charles Slauer](https://carwm.com/affiliates/charles-slauer-2/) - Commercial Lender
- [Greg Ingersoll](https://carwm.com/affiliates/greg-ingersoll-2/) - Technology services
- [Rick Darby](https://carwm.com/affiliates/rick-darby-2/) - Financial Services/Banking
- [Steve Bandyk](https://carwm.com/affiliates/steve-bandyk-2/) - Commercial Insurance
- [Eric Snip](https://carwm.com/affiliates/eric-snip-2/) - commercial real estate finance and banking
- [Steven Bosscher](https://carwm.com/affiliates/steven-bosscher-2/) - Commercial Banking
- [Jason Kitchen](https://carwm.com/affiliates/jason-kitchen-2/) - Emergency Restoration/Repair Water/Mold/Fire/Storm
- [Ed Case](https://carwm.com/affiliates/ed-case-2/) - commercial real estate lending/ total financing services
- [Toby Blom](https://carwm.com/affiliates/toby-blom-2/) - Real Estate Marketing: Photos, Aerial Photos, Aerial Video, 3D Modeling, Video, etc.
- [Roman Wilson](https://carwm.com/affiliates/roman-wilson-2/) - Engineering, Architectural, Scientific, Construction services
- [Ryan Goemmel](https://carwm.com/affiliates/ryan-goemmel-2/) - Commercial Lender

## People

- [Mike Murray](https://carwm.com/people/mike-murray/)
- [Drew Durham](https://carwm.com/people/drew-durham/)
- [Charlie Hoats](https://carwm.com/people/charlie-hoats/)
- [Chris D. Prins](https://carwm.com/people/chris-d-prins/)
- [Kirt Ojala](https://carwm.com/people/kirt-ojala/)
- [Dave Denton](https://carwm.com/people/dave-denton/)
- [Jeff Karger](https://carwm.com/people/jeff-karger/)
- [Mary Anne Wisinski Rosely](https://carwm.com/people/mary-anne-wisinski-rosely/)
- [Brian Klaver](https://carwm.com/people/brian-klaver/)
- [Erin Peterson](https://carwm.com/people/erin-peterson/)
- [John Francis](https://carwm.com/people/john-francis/)
- [Andrew Gyorkos](https://carwm.com/people/andrew-gyorkos/)

## Events

- [Board of Directors Meeting](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-15/)
- [Annual Membership Meeting/Board of Directors Meeting](https://carwm.com/event/annual-membership-meeting-board-of-directors-meeting-2/)
- [Board of Directors Meeting](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-14/)
- [Board of Directors Meeting](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-13/)
- [Annual Golf Outing](https://carwm.com/event/annual-golf-outing/)
- [Board of Directors Meeting/Mid Year Planning Session](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-mid-year-planning-session/)
- [Kalamazoo Golf Outing](https://carwm.com/event/kalamazoo-golf-outing-2/)
- [Forms Committee](https://carwm.com/event/forms-committee-10/)
- [Emerge Express Golf Outing](https://carwm.com/event/emerge-express-golf-outing/) - 9-Hole, 2 Person Scramble at The Mines
- [Spring Walking Tour/Networking](https://carwm.com/event/spring-walking-tour-networking/)
- [Board of Directors Meeting](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-12/)
- [Education Committee](https://carwm.com/event/education-committee-9/)
- [Networking/Events Committee](https://carwm.com/event/networking-events-committee-6/)
- [Lakeshore Market Outlook](https://carwm.com/event/lakeshore-market-outlook-2/)
- [Technology Committee](https://carwm.com/event/technology-committee-9/)
- [Political Affairs/Government Committee](https://carwm.com/event/political-affairs-government-committee-6/)
- [Forms Committee](https://carwm.com/event/forms-committee-9/)
- [Board of Directors](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors/)
- [Lunch-N-Learn](https://carwm.com/event/lunch-n-learn-4/)
- [Networking/Events Committee](https://carwm.com/event/networking-events-committee-5/)
- [Education Committee](https://carwm.com/event/education-committee-8/)
- [Technology Committee](https://carwm.com/event/technology-committee-8/)
- [Forms Committee](https://carwm.com/event/forms-committee-5/)
- [Board of Directors Meeting](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-11/)
- [Annual Awards Reception](https://carwm.com/event/annual-awards-reception/)
- [Political Affairs/Government Committee](https://carwm.com/event/political-affairs-government-committee-5/)
- [Education Committee](https://carwm.com/event/education-committee-7/)
- [Lunch-N-Learn](https://carwm.com/event/lunch-n-learn-3/)
- [Hockey Event](https://carwm.com/event/hockey-event/)
- [Board of Directors Meeting](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-10/)
- [Lunch-N-Learn](https://carwm.com/event/lunch-n-learn-2/)
- [Forms Committee](https://carwm.com/event/forms-committee-4/)
- [Technology Committee](https://carwm.com/event/technology-committee-7/)
- [Political Affairs/Government Committee](https://carwm.com/event/political-affairs-government-committee-4/)
- [Education Committee](https://carwm.com/event/education-committee-6/)
- [Board of Directors Meeting](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-9/)
- [Networking/Events Committee](https://carwm.com/event/networking-events-committee-4/)
- [Forms Committee](https://carwm.com/event/forms-committee-3/)
- [Office Admin Committee](https://carwm.com/event/office-admin-committee/)
- [New Member Orientation](https://carwm.com/event/new-member-orientation-4/)
- [Education Committee](https://carwm.com/event/education-committee-3/)
- [Technology Committee](https://carwm.com/event/technology-committee-3/)
- [Political Affairs/Government Committee](https://carwm.com/event/political-affairs-government-committee-3/)
- [Networking/Events Committee](https://carwm.com/event/networking-events-committee-3/)
- [New Member Orientation](https://carwm.com/event/new-member-orientation-3/)
- [Forms Committee](https://carwm.com/event/forms-committee-2/)
- [Technology Committee](https://carwm.com/event/technology-committee-2/)
- [Political Affairs/Government Committee](https://carwm.com/event/political-affairs-government-committee-2/)
- [Education Committee](https://carwm.com/event/education-committee-2/)
- [Networking/Events Committee](https://carwm.com/event/networking-events-committee-2/)
- [Traditional Continuing Education](https://carwm.com/event/traditional-continuing-education/)
- [CAR-MAZING Race](https://carwm.com/event/car-mazing-race/)
- [New Member Orientation](https://carwm.com/event/new-member-orientation-2/)
- [New Member Orientation](https://carwm.com/event/new-member-orientation/)
- [Technology Committee](https://carwm.com/event/technology-committee/)
- [Political Affairs/Government Committee](https://carwm.com/event/political-affairs-government-committee/)
- [Forms Committee](https://carwm.com/event/forms-committee/)
- [Education Committee](https://carwm.com/event/education-committee/)
- [Networking/Events Committee](https://carwm.com/event/networking-events-committee/)
- [Board of Directors Meeting](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-6/)
- [West Michigan Summit](https://carwm.com/event/west-michigan-summit/) - Full day of real estate continuing education, featuring Dr. Elliot Eisenberg, Economist. SUMMIT Conference Registration Summit sponsorship opportunities
- [Ask The Experts Panel/Networking](https://carwm.com/event/ask-the-experts-panel-networking/) - Ask The Experts Panel/Networking Event August Expert Panel
- [Kalamazoo Market Outlook](https://carwm.com/event/kalamazoo-market-outlook/) - Organized by Kalamazoo Commercial Real Estate featuring a panel of economic development leaders and commercial brokers.
- [Lakeshore Market Outlook](https://carwm.com/event/lakeshore-market-outlook/) - The Kirby House, Grand Haven featuring a panel of economic development leaders and commercial brokers
- [Acrisure Walking Tour](https://carwm.com/event/acrisure-walking-tour/) - Event organized and sponsored by Highpoint Community Bank Networking after tour sponsored by Chicago Title
- [Awards Celebration](https://carwm.com/event/awards-celebration/) - Event Sponsor: Sun Title Agency Beverage sponsor: Dykhouse Construction Appetizer sponsor: Fishbeck Dessert sponsor: Nederveld, Inc. Gold sponsors: Chicago Title and Commercial Bank Must be pre-registered to attend. No walk in attendees.
- [Technology Committee](https://carwm.com/event/technology-committee-5/)
- [Forms Committee](https://carwm.com/event/forms-committee-6/)
- [ASK THE EXPERTS Panel](https://carwm.com/event/ask-the-experts-panel/) - Experts Panel Learn from seasoned brokers John Kuiper, CCIM; Jason Makowski, SIOR and Tony Pearson. Networking following educational session.
- [Winter Lunch N Learn Series - APRIL](https://carwm.com/event/winter-lunch-n-learn-series-april/) - winter series Lunch N Learn registration flyer
- [Winter Lunch N Learn Series - February](https://carwm.com/event/winter-lunch-n-learn-series-february/) - winter series Lunch N Learn registration flyer February: Economic Development Incentives
- [Winter Lunch N Learn - January](https://carwm.com/event/winter-lunch-n-learn-january/) - winter series Lunch N Learn registration flyer January: Construction Panel
- [Board of Directors Meeting](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-8/)
- [Annual Membership Meeting/Board of Directors Meeting](https://carwm.com/event/annual-membership-meeting-board-of-directors-meeting/)
- [Board of Directors Meeting](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-7/)
- [Office Closed - Summer Break](https://carwm.com/event/office-closed-summer-break/)
- [27th Annual Golf Outing](https://carwm.com/event/27th-annual-golf-outing/) - Thousand Oaks
- [Office Closed](https://carwm.com/event/office-closed-2/)
- [Board of Directors Planning Session](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors-planning-session/)
- [Kalamazoo Golf Outing](https://carwm.com/event/kalamazoo-golf-outing/) - Stoatin Brae, Augusta, MI
- [Political Affairs/Government Committee](https://carwm.com/event/political-affairs-government-committee-10/) - Candidate Interviews
- [Nine-Hole Two Person Golf Scramble](https://carwm.com/event/nine-hole-two-person-golf-scramble/) - The Mines Golf Course
- [Office Closed](https://carwm.com/event/office-closed/)
- [Board of Directors Meeting](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-5/)
- [Golf Subcommittee](https://carwm.com/event/golf-subcommittee/)
- [Forms Committee](https://carwm.com/event/forms-committee-8/)
- [Technology Committee](https://carwm.com/event/technology-committee-6/)
- [Political Affairs/Government Committee](https://carwm.com/event/political-affairs-government-committee-9/)
- [Networking/Events Committee](https://carwm.com/event/networking-events-committee-8/)
- [Board of Directors Meeting](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-4/)
- [Lunch and Learn](https://carwm.com/event/lunch-and-learn-2/)
- [Forms Committee](https://carwm.com/event/forms-committee-7/)
- [Board of Directors Meeting](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-3/)
- [Education Committee](https://carwm.com/event/education-committee-5/)
- [Political Affairs/Government Committee](https://carwm.com/event/political-affairs-government-committee-8/)
- [Networking/Events Committee](https://carwm.com/event/networking-events-committee-7/)
- [Board of Directors Meeting](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-2/)
- [Technology Committee](https://carwm.com/event/technology-committee-4/)
- [Lunch N Learn](https://carwm.com/event/lunch-n-learn/)
- [Political Affairs/Government Committee](https://carwm.com/event/political-affairs-government-committee-7/)
- [Education Committee](https://carwm.com/event/education-committee-4/)
- [Board of Directors Meeting](https://carwm.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting/)

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