News & Past Hot Tips

• November 12: Initial voting email sent
• November 14: Reminder email sent to members who have not yet voted
• November 19: Final reminder email sent
• November 19 at 9:00 AM: Electronic voting closes at the start of the Annual Meeting

Additional Ways to Vote

Members may also:

• Request a paper ballot at the RASCW office.
• Vote electronically or by paper ballot at the Annual Meeting.

Please note that the RASCW & SCWMLS offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day.

We will resume regular business hours on Thursday, November 12.

We extend our sincere gratitude to all who have served and continue to serve our country. Thank you for your service and sacrifice!

We’ve added a fourth option to the Agency dropdown in ShowingTime: Agent of the Firm.

This option is intended for situations when you are showing a listing from your own firm and are acting on behalf of the firm, but do not have a buyer agency agreement with the buyer.

Previously, the available options were Pre-Agency, Buyer’s Agent, and Subagent. The new option helps distinguish an agent affiliated with the listing firm from a true subagent.

Under Wisconsin law, a subagent is a firm engaged by another firm to provide brokerage services in a transaction but is not associated with that principal firm. For example, an agent from an outside firm working with a buyer who is a customer may be acting as a subagent of the listing firm.

When should you select Agent of the Firm?

When you are affiliated with the listing firm, are showing one of that firm’s listings, and do not have a buyer agency agreement with the buyer, select Agent of the Firm.

This additional option provides a more accurate way to identify your agency relationship when scheduling showings.

Important Reminder: Agency relationships can vary depending on the circumstances of a transaction. Agents should always consult with their managing broker or brokerage for guidance on which agency option to select in ShowingTime.

Please be sure to select the option that best reflects your agency relationship in each transaction.

Due to scheduled system maintenance, Paragon and Paragon Connect will be unavailable from 10:00 PM CST on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, through 6:00 AM CST on Thursday, November 12, 2026.

Can AI predict which homeowners may be ready to sell? Join domii on November 19th for a live demonstration of AI-powered seller prospecting. Discover predictive insights, explore ZIP code targeting, and learn how to identify potential listing opportunities. Register today and see what AI could do for your real estate business.

Learn how to strengthen your sphere and maximize holiday-season conversions using data, local intel, and marketing assets. Discover practical strategies to create 20+ referral touchpoints, stay top-of-mind with past clients, and generate predictable business. Perfect for agents looking to finish the year strong and set up a referral pipeline for 2027.

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Webinar Date & Time: November 19th 2026 at 12:00 PM CST

Promotional Code: SCWMLS

Call, text, or chat your 24/7, SCWMLS-powered AI assistant

BrokerBot is adaptable to your needs:

• Call when you’re driving between showings and need an answer hands-free.
• Text when you’re in a meeting and need a quick fact.
• Chat when you’re at your desk and want to work through something longer.

Same assistant, same answers, whichever way you reach it.

Try it now: Call or text 608-927-0800 or use the chat widget on the bottom right corner of Paragon, SCWMLS.com, and RASCW.org 

Are you interested in getting more involved with SCWMLS and helping shape the future of our MLS? Consider applying to serve on the 2027 MLS Committee!

Committee service is a great way to share your perspective, contribute your ideas, and help guide the continued growth and success of our MLS.

Important Deadline:

• Applications Due: November 13, 2026

All applicants will be contacted by the end of November with information about next steps.

We appreciate your interest in getting involved and helping make SCWMLS even better!

Don’t miss your chance to make a difference. Apply by November 13!

Apply Now!

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RASCW is proud to recognize this year’s Good Neighbor Award recipients for their generosity, compassion, and commitment to making a difference in our communities!

Please join us in congratulating:

• Jaclyn Cunningham & Jeff Kuhl – Domestic Abuse Intervention Center Dane County
• Joe Luther – Special Spaces
• Brandon Buell – Easterseals Wisconsin
• Ashley Malinowski – Morgan’s Caring Connection

These recipients demonstrate the power of giving back and the positive impact individuals can make through service, kindness, and dedication to others.

We look forward to celebrating their contributions at our Annual Meeting on November 19!

SCWMLS users now have expanded access to listing data from NorthstarMLS, covering all of Minnesota, including Minneapolis–St. Paul, and five western Wisconsin counties: Buffalo, Pepin, Pierce, Polk and St. Croix.

This partnership makes it easier to research properties, identify opportunities, and serve clients buying, selling, or relocating across markets.

Shared listing statuses include: Active, Under Contract, Coming Soon, Pending, Closed, TNAS, Expired and Cancelled.

To access RPR directly in Paragon, go to Resources -> RPR Homepage.

More data. More market visibility. More ways to serve your clients!

IMPORTANT DATES – 

RASCW Dues Invoices Were Sent via Email: October 1st
Didn’t get the email? Contact member@wisre.com for assistance ASAP!

RASCW Dues Payment Deadline: December 1st *
*If enrolled in autopay, your payment method will be charged on this date. Membership dues are non-refundable and non-transferable.

RASCW $100 Late Fee* Assessed: December 2nd
*This late fee is non-waivable and non-refundable

How to pay:

• Through the link in the invoice.
• Online through your HomeBase account. If you do not have a HomeBase account, you can create one.
• By phone by calling our office 608-240-2800.
• By check (Address to REALTORS® Association of South-Central Wisconsin, 4801 Forest Run Rd, Suite 101 Madison, WI, 53704)

If you have Autopay set up, please review your payment information through your HomeBase account. 
If you do not have a HomeBase account, you can create one.

• Not sure if you have Autopay? You would have received an email today (11/3) stating that you have Autopay set up.
• Update your Payment Information.
• Set up Autopay.
• Autopay will run on December 1st. 

Need to update your contact information? Complete the Agent Change of Info form and submit it to member@wisre.com.

Why RASCW? Click HERE to discover the benefits & services that come from being a member!

Your new SCWMLS assistant that never sleeps

BrokerBot is available to every SCWMLS member. It’s an SCWMLS-powered AI assistant you can reach any time, day or night.

No app to download and no new password to remember.

Try it now: Call or text 608-927-0800 or use the chat widget on the bottom right corner of Paragon, SCWMLS.com, and RASCW.org

Ask it a question the way you’d ask a colleague, whether it’s 7AM on a Tuesday or 7PM before a showing appointment.

Our RASCW/SCWMLS team will be stepping away from the office this morning to vote. We anticipate resuming normal operations by 10:00 AM.

We appreciate your patience and encourage everyone to get out and vote!

Join us to learn all about AutoReel! In this session you’ll learn:

• How to turn the photos from your MLS listing into a short listing video in a few minutes, with no filming or scheduling
• How to use virtual staging and quick photo edits with the right disclosures for digitally altered images
• How to brand your videos and format them for MLS, Instagram, Facebook and other social channels
• How to get started with the SCWMLS member offer: a free 7-day trial, then 45% off the annual plan (https://t.ly/SCWMLS)

We’ll do a live walkthrough and leave time for questions.

Click below to register:

Can AI predict which homeowners may be ready to sell? Join domii on October 29 for a live demonstration of AI-powered seller prospecting. Discover predictive insights, explore ZIP code targeting, and learn how to identify potential listing opportunities. Register today and see what AI could do for your real estate business.

Register

Webinar Date & Time: October 29 2026 at 12:00 PM CST

Promotional Code: SCWMLS

Mark your calendar! The Wisconsin DSPS broker license renewal period is officially open.

The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) opened the renewal period on October 26, 2026.

Key dates to remember:

• Renewal opens: October 26, 2026
• Renewal deadline: December 14, 2026

How to Renew Your License

• Visit LicensE and log in to your account.
• Select Renew My License.
• Choose your broker credential and complete the renewal steps.
• Watch for your confirmation email once your renewal is complete.

Having trouble logging in?
Click Forgot Password on the LicensE login page and follow the instructions to reset your password.

Hot Tip: DSPS recommends using a computer rather than a smartphone to complete your renewal. If you must use your phone, turn it horizontally for a better experience.

For current fees and renewal information, visit the DSPS Credential Fees and Renewal Dates page.

Don’t wait until the last minute! Renew early to avoid the year-end rush.
Source: Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS), October 26, 2026.

• October 27th | Power Up Your Commercial Real Estate Playbook: Where The Pros Find An Edge
• October 28th | Fast, Smart, Customizable: RPR’s Dynamic Client Reports
• November 2nd | Level up with RPR Fundamentals: The Platform That Helps Agents Produce!
• November 3rd | Search Smarter with RPR and Deliver Wins for Your Clients
• November 4th |  How to List Like a Pro! Win Sellers with RPR’s Presentation Tools
• November 5th | Price It Like a Pro: RPR’s CMA Secrets Unlocked
• November 9th | Stand Out with Stats! RPR’s Local Market Trends

View the full list of webinars here!

We have 6 seats available! If you’re interested in being part of the conversation, please complete the survey below no later than November 2nd, 2026.

SCWMLS Technology Task Force Application Form