Results announced for SPAAR Bylaws vote
SPAAR members who are REALTORS® had the opportunity to vote from August 14-16 on potential changes to the SPAAR Bylaws. Below are the vote results as well as a recap of the two actions that were voted upon.
SPAAR present at Contracts for Deed field hearing held at UST
SPAAR’s Government Affairs Directors, along with Senator Tina Smith, Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan, and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, attended the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFBP) field hearing on Contracts for Deed at the University of St. Thomas on August 13.
Listings up but sales down as buyers eye lower mortgage rates ahead
According to new data from the Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS® and Minneapolis Area REALTORS®, which is provided jointly each month, seller activity rose in July compared to last year while buyers pulled back. Inventory and prices were higher.
Word on the Street: member responses for representing buyers vs sellers, and ways they provide value to their clients.
Members were asked: Do you tend to represent more buyers or sellers? In this role, what are some of the many ways you provide value to your client(s)?
Information sessions offered August 8 and August 13 prior to the vote
SPAAR will be holding informational sessions prior to the vote so members can learn more about the proposed changes. See the dates and times below to register.
Tech Dump had another successful run this year
SPAAR's annual Tech Dump member-event had another successful turnout on August 9.
Applications are now open for the 2025 Minnesota Realtors® committees
Looking to make a meaningful impact in real estate? Applications are now open for the 2025 Minnesota Realtors® (MNR) committees.
REALTORS® Relief Foundation awards $1,000,000 in grant assistance to Minnesota flood victims
REALTORS® Relief Foundation awards $1,000,000 in grant assistance to Minnesota flood victims.