Advocacy Scoop focuses on shutdowns and elections: What’s next for real estate?
The most recent Advocacy Scoop (Episode 21) was recorded live at the NXT Conference in Houston and just as the government shutdown was ending after 43 days.Generosity from SPAAR members supports feeding the community
SPAAR’s Community Engagement Committee recently approved donations from the committee’s budget to Second Harvest Heartland, Emma Norton Services and Open Arms of MN on behalf of SPAAR’s members.
NorthstarMLS to host 3iCon: Innovate. Impact. Inspire.
NorthstarMLS is putting on its 3iCon: Innovate. Impact. Inspire. event on Wednesday, December 3 from 10am to 1pm, creating a memorable experience for all members!
Ryan O’Neill is named SPAAR Hero
The latest SPAAR Hero is Ryan O’Neill. Ryan’s parents taught him and his siblings to serve in their everyday lives, which is evident throughout his real estate and Foundation work.
Kaohly Her makes history: SPAAR-endorsed candidate elected Mayor of Saint Paul
SPAAR proudly congratulates Kaohly Her on her election as the next mayor of Saint Paul. Her victory over two-term incumbent Melvin Carter marks a historic milestone — she will be the first Asian American and first woman to lead Minnesota’s capital city.
Lockbox times: are they accurate?
It’s that time of year again! The Daylight Saving Time fell back an hour on Sunday, November 2.
Save the date for SPAAR’s Winter Member Appreciation: A Night to SPAARTY
Join SPAAR for its first-ever Winter Member Appreciation: A Night to SPAARTY! on Thursday, January 15, 2026.
Advocacy in Action: an October 2025 update
SPAAR’s Government Affairs Directors (GADs), Becky Wegscheid and Simon Opatz, actively engaged with numerous elected officials, government staff and housing stakeholders throughout October on behalf of SPAAR members.