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See something, say something: SPAAR’s Advocacy Team welcomes input

In an effort to better advocate for Realtors® with local and county governments SPAAR has created a new program, the Key Contacts Program. The Key Contacts Program is designed to leverage SPAAR member networks to enhance SPAAR’s Advocacy work.
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Take part in Learning from Place: Bdote, an immersive experience

Join SPAAR’s Committee for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion to learn about Dakota culture and history on Thursday, October 2, from 7:30am to 3pm. Due to the nature, serious content, and length of the day, this workshop is not intended for young children.
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Tour The Nine at Lexington Station

SPAAR members are invited to tour The Nine at Lexington Station (411 Lexington Pkwy N, St. Paul, MN 55104) on Tuesday, September 23, from 10-11:30am.
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Affiliate of the month oct 2025 April Ranallo

SPAAR Affiliate of the Month: April Ranallo

April serves as the 2025 Chair of the SPAAR Affiliate Committee and as a member of SPAAR's Community Engagement Committee. Outside of committee involvement, April consistently attends Association events and seeks to create stronger relationships between all REALTORS® and Affiliates.
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Golden Valley ADU welcomed visitors and provided project overview

On Thursday September 4, SPAAR members and staff attended an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) open house in Golden Valley.
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Drumroll, please! And the prizes go to…

SPAAR's all-member survey closed on August 29.
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Safety Savviness Is Good Business – SPAAR Realtors® talk safety in their real estate work

Tune in to hear from Realtors® Nichole Hayden and Ben Smith as they talk with Jennifer Kovacich, SPAAR's Communications Director, and share their real estate experiences and how they incorporate safety measures into their daily work routines.
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Advocacy in Action with the GADs: an August 2025 update

SPAAR's Government Affairs Directors, Becky Wegscheid and Simon Opatz, met with a number of city and county elected officials, staff and other local housing stakeholders to discuss various housing related topics.
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SPAAR’s Pack the Bus program prepared local kids for back to school!

SPAAR’s Community Engagement Committee recently concluded its annual school supply collection drive, Pack the Bus.
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