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AASEW MEETING: "Companion Animals - When A Landlord Must Accept Them" on August 18, 2014
Posted by Tristan R. Pettit, Esq. in AASEW, Fair Housing / Discrimination, Seminars, Companion/Comfort Animals / Comments
I will be speaking at the AASEW's monthly meeting on the issue of companion/comfort animals and when a landlord must accept them in their rental properties.Disability-related complaints, including those that involve assistance animals, are the most common complaint filed with HUD over the past few years. While the definition of a "service animal" under the ADA is very limited and requires that the animal be specifically trained (and excludes ...
Read MoreOnly 7 Days Left To Sign Up For Landlord Boot Camp on March 8th
Posted by Tristan R. Pettit, Esq. in AASEW, Seminars, Landlord Boot Camp / Comments
There are just 7 days left to register for Landlord Boot Camp!!!Come learn about Wisconsin's new Landlord Tenant law – Act 76 – plus everything else you need to know about Landlord-Tenant law in Wisconsin.The Apartment Association of Southeastern Wisconsin's 9th “Landlord Boot Camp" can help you navigate these treacherous waters and learn how to run your properties with greater profit and less hassles.Who: ...
Read MoreAASEW Meeting: Come Learn About The New Landlord-Tenant Law (Act 76) on Feb. 17th
Posted by Tristan R. Pettit, Esq. in AASEW, Legislation, Act 76 (SB 179) / Comments
As many of you know I have been blogging over the past month or so about aspects of the new Landlord-Tenant law that goes into effect on March 1, 2014. Well, I will continue to blog about the new law in the future, but if you would prefer to learn all about Act 76 in its entirety you should plan on coming to the next AASEW monthly meeting on Monday, ...
Read MoreJUST ANNOUNCED: AASEW's Next Landlord Boot Camp - Saturday, March 8, 2014
Posted by Tristan R. Pettit, Esq. in AASEW, Seminars, Act 143 (Landlord's Omnibus Law), Act 76 (SB 179), Landlord Boot Camp / Comments
Landlording can be pretty complex, with a seemingly never ending myriad of paperwork, rules, landlord-tenant laws and simple mistakes that can cost you thousands.The Apartment Association of Southeastern Wisconsin's 9th “Landlord Boot Camp" can help you navigate these treacherous waters and learn how to run your properties with greater profit and less hassles.Who: Taught by Attorney Tristan Pettit, ...
Read MoreWhy I Am So Excited About This Saturday's AASEW Landlord Boot Camp
Posted by Tristan R. Pettit, Esq. in AASEW, Legislation, Seminars, Act 143 (Landlord's Omnibus Law), Act 76 (SB 179), Landlord Boot Camp / Comments
I am really excited about this Saturday's AASEW Landlord Boot Camp. Why you ask? Well let me tell you.Just last week the Senate in Madison passed SB 179 which is a very large and sweeping revision to much of landlord-tenant law in Wisconsin. This bill not only cleans up the unintended consequences of last years Act 143, it also makes some major changes such as:- Applies the ...
Read MoreSB 179 ("Landlord-Tenant Bill") Is On It's Way To Governor Walker To Be Signed Into Law
Posted by Tristan R. Pettit, Esq. in AASEW, Legislation, Evictions, State of Wisconsin, Small Claims Court, Act 143 (Landlord's Omnibus Law) / Comments
At about 6:40 pm on October 16, 2013, SB 179 (commonly referred to as the Landlord-Tenant Bill) was concurred by the state Senate after a minor amendment was made in the state Assembly earlier. The bill passed 18-15 despite attempts to delay the bill via a motion to non-concur. The bill now goes to the Governor who has 30 days to "call" for the bill and sign it.If you would like to ...
Read MoreAASEW's Landlord Boot Camp On October 26th To Address New Landlord Tenant Law Soon To Be Passed
Posted by Tristan R. Pettit, Esq. in AASEW, Legislation, Seminars, Landlord Boot Camp / Comments
Be the first on your block to learn about the new Landlord-Tenant law which is expected to be passed later this month!The AASEW's popular Landlord Boot Camp will address the ins and outs of the new law (currently referred to as Senate Bill 179) on Saturday, October 26, 2013 from 8:30 am - 5:30 ...
Read MoreGUEST POST: The New and Improved Apartment Association of Southeastern Wisconsin
Posted by Tristan R. Pettit, Esq. in AASEW / Comments
For the past two and a half decades or so, I put a lot into the Apartment Association. I remain a board member and avid supporter of the organization.We did some good and prevented some bad during my tenure on the board. We've had very impressive leaders before and after my presidency such as Dave Domres , Attorney John Savage and Attorney Tristan Pettit. We've also had some of the brightest ...
Read MoreDon't Miss The Landlording Event of The Year - AASEW Trade Show on Friday, September 27th
Posted by Tristan R. Pettit, Esq. in AASEW, Seminars, Bedbugs / Comments
Hello Everyone --- The event of the year -- the AASEW's Conference & Trade Show -- will be held in a little more than 1 week.You will not want to miss this great event at its new location at Potawatomi Bingo Casino. When: Friday, September 27, 2103 from 11 am - 4:30 pm (Doors open at 10 am)Where: Potawatomi Bingo Casino, 1721 West Canal Street, Milwaukee, WI 53233How Much? Free ...
Read MoreGUEST POST: Is the Apartment Association of Southeastern Wisconsin Against the City of Milwaukee?
Posted by Tristan R. Pettit, Esq. in AASEW, City of Milwaukee / Comments
Is the Apartment Association against the City of Milwaukee?After a recent meeting I received an email from an irate member who was offended by some of my commentary regarding the city of Milwaukee, it seemed the association had an anti-Milwaukee tone to its messages. Having committed much of my career to making Milwaukee, especially its central core, a better place to live I was initially surprised by the feedback, ...
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