Advocacy News
SPAAR advocates for you and your business.
Our Government Affairs team works to make sure both REALTORS® and homeowners are represented in government.
In addition, the Government Affairs Committee works to expand the Association’s sphere of influence in local, regional, state and national public policy areas focusing on issues affecting communities throughout the Association’s jurisdiction.

Service opportunities available on Ramsey County Boards
There are a multitude of service opportunities available on Ramsey County Boards for those who reside within the county.
Local advocacy: see something, say something!
SPAAR’s Advocacy Team strives to share the latest information with all members, especially news that may impact business for Realtors® with SPAAR's 12-county service area.
Member opportunity to serve on Dakota County Board of Appeal and Equalization
An opportunity awaits a SPAAR member who lives in Dakota County and wants to serving their community.
Member sought to represent SPAAR on the St. Paul TISH Board
SPAAR is currently seeking a licensed Realtor® to fill a future open seat on the St. Paul Truth-in-Sale of Housing (TISH) Board.
RPAC opportunities available to SPAAR members
SPAAR has two upcoming opportunities for members to get involved in the REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC), the non-partisan political action committee that is supported by voluntary contributions from Realtors®.
The City of Saint Paul reopened Citywide Downpayment Assistance and Inheritance Fund programs
The City of Saint Paul has reopened its Citywide Downpayment Assistance and Inheritance Fund programs.
Representative Betty McCollum named June 2025 Realtor® Champion of the Month
Representative Betty McCollum is SPAAR's June 2025 Realtor® Champion of the Month.