07.16.2015
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…
Read More06.29.2015
Welcome, New Members
The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome REALTOR member Sarah Duthie, Colliers International and Affiliate member Brad Laackman, Custer, Inc. Welcome!
Read More06.04.2015
Welcome New Members!
The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome two new REALTOR members: Chris Beckering, X Ventures and Tom Bowers, Colliers International. Welcome!
Read More05.28.2015
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…
Read More05.27.2015
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.…
Read More05.26.2015
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.…
Read More05.19.2015
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…
Read More05.19.2015
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…
Read More05.19.2015
Welcome, New Members
The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Linda Oda to the membership.
Read More05.11.2015
Welcome, New Members
The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Aaron Brummel, Cherette Group, as a new REALTOR member.
Read More05.05.2015
Welcome, New Members
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
Read More04.24.2015
Welcome, New Members!
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.
Read More04.07.2015
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
Read More04.06.2015
Welcome, New REALTOR Member
The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Don Clahassey, Altus Group, to the REALTOR membership.
Read More04.01.2015
Welcome, New Member
The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome REALTOR member Jill Langosch, CBRE|Grand Rapids to the membership.
Read More03.31.2015
Welcome, New Affiliate Member
The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Vicki Pratt, Cornerstone Alliance, to the membership.
Read More03.30.2015
Welcome, New Affiliate Member
The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Christy Bakos, GRand Environmental, LLC, as a new Affiliate Member.
Read More03.26.2015
‘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…
Read More03.23.2015
Welcome, New Affiliate Members
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!
Read More03.19.2015
Welcome, New Affiliate Member
The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Alison DeKok, Interphase Interiors, Inc., as a new designated affiliate member.
Read More03.18.2015
Welcome, New Member!
The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Ben Cornell, Colliers International, to the membership.
Read More03.10.2015
Welcome, New Members
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…
Read More03.03.2015
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"…
Read More02.27.2015
Commercial Markets Poised for 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…
Read More02.26.2015
RPR Commercial Integration: A Tale of 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…
Read More02.20.2015
Welcome, New Members
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…
Read More02.18.2015
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…
Read More01.28.2015
Lunch-N-Learn: Construction – The 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),…
Read More01.28.2015
Welcome, New Members
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.
Read More01.20.2015
New Member Welcome
The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome Adam Sheridan, LivingTree Real Estate, to the membership.
Read More01.20.2015
First Informal Breakfast A 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…
Read More01.15.2015
Welcome, New Members
The Commercial Alliance of REALTORS is pleased to welcome: Bruce Arnsman, Berkshire Hathaway Commercial and Don Penniman, Lakeshore Environmental to the membership.
Read More01.14.2015
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…
Read More01.12.2015
KEEP YOUR EYES ON THE 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…
Read More01.08.2015
TRIA Reauthorization Passes the 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…
Read More01.07.2015
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!
Read More01.07.2015
Welcome, New Members!
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!
Read More12.18.2014
Realtors® Applaud Final Passage of Legislation to 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…
Read More12.15.2014
Welcome, New Members
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.
Read More12.03.2014
Welcome, New Members
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…
Read More12.02.2014
NAR Reports Commercial Real Estate Demand is 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…
Read More12.01.2014
EPA Issue In The 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…
Read More11.24.2014
Realtors oppose EPA’s 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…
Read More11.12.2014
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…
Read More11.11.2014
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…
Read More11.05.2014
“Women In Commercial Real Estate” featured in 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…
Read More11.05.2014
Welcome, New Members
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!
Read More11.04.2014
Legal Update Panel at Summit Featured in 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/
Read More10.31.2014
CAR Affiliate Member Named Contractor of the 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…
Read More10.23.2014
Certificates of 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…
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