Today,almost 400 Wisconsin Realtors marched to Madison to meet with their Legislators. 
They voiced their opinions and concerns on a wide range of issues that affect the American Dream. Those topics included a proposed 50% hike in our capital gains tax (from 40% to 60%), property taxes impact on housing affordability, and a proposal giving assessors the ability to enter onto private property with no notice required, no limits on when, how long or the frequency of their visit!
So while most days, Realtors spend their day Selling the American Dream, today many Wisconsin REaltors worked on Protecting the American Dream.
The day concluded with an address from Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle, and his views on the state economy and ways to bring it back. Of course he agreed that housing was a key to this revival. He signed a consumer protection bill relating to real estate to conclude the day.
If you live in Wisconsin, plan on attending next year. Our association Governmental Affairs Directors do a great job preparing for this day. Our WRA experts start our day with a briefing on the issues and key points to stress to our Legislators! It is a chance to see our government in action first hand. Join us next year and help protect the American Dream.
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