WiscoREIA Madison: Landlord & Tenant Laws

Landlord & Tenant Laws

Stay Ahead of the Law: Key Landlord/Tenant Updates You Need to Know

We’ll be breaking down the latest landlord/tenant case updates—including the Koble case recently reviewed by the Wisconsin Supreme Court.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

Tenant Screening & Applications

• Establishing fair and legal criteria

• How to lawfully reject an applicant

• Understanding occupancy standards

The CARES Act’s Lasting Effects

• One remaining “hang-over” effect of the Cares Act from the COVID days.

⚖️ Reasonable Accommodations & Modifications

Rental Documents & Notices

• Drafting and serving notices of default

• Handling security deposits the right way

• Timing, refunds, and lawful deductions

Evictions, Abandoned Property & Collections

• Best practices for recovering money due

• When to bring in an attorney

Open Q&A Session

This isn’t your typical legal lecture—it’s a practical guide to protecting your investments, staying compliant, and managing your rentals with confidence.

If you’re a landlord or property manager, this session is a must-attend!

Speaker:Atty. Jay D. Koritzinsky

Jay is the senior member of Koritzinsky & Karls, LLC, in Madison, Wisconsin,

where his law practice focuses on landlord/tenant law, fair housing issues, residential and commercial real estate transactions, and collections.

Jay received his undergraduate degree with honors from the University of

Wisconsin--Madison, and is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Law

School. He does extensive lecturing throughout the State on landlord/tenant

issues, fair housing laws, and collection matters.

WiscoREIA's Madison Meeting Always Meets on the 2nd Monday of the month from 5:30 pm - 8:15 pm!

Make sure to bring tons of business cards as you will be meeting with people that you want to get to know!

Our Agenda:

5:30 PM – Registration Check-In & Networking

• Informal networking with fellow investors

6:00 PM – Meeting Kickoff

• Welcome by Host and/or Co-Host

• WiscoREIA PowerPoint / announcements and updates

• Sponsor Introductions

• Haves & Wants – Share deals, services, and resources

6:30 PM – Deal Case Study

• Breakdown of a real deal with teachable moments (good, bad, ugly)

7:00 PM – Networking Breakouts

• Guest Orientation with Host

• Member & Sponsor general breakout for continued connection

7:15 PM – Main Presentation

• Host introduces Guest Speaker

8:15 PM – Closing Remarks

• Final thoughts and upcoming events

• Invitation to the "Meeting After the Meeting" for more networking

Location:

Vintage Brewing Co. Madison

674 S Whitney Way

Madison, WI 53711

Please enjoy food, drinks, and TIP YOUR SERVERS!

The meeting ends at 8:15 PM, but we’ll continue with an informal after-meeting for anyone who’d like to stay.

You can stay after the meeting as well to network! Remember to bring your deals!

Our doors are open to EVERYONE!

***Make sure to pre-register - We are now Cashless***

Hosts:Chris Hake & Tanner Hake