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.

November 3 is election day! Let SPAAR be a resource for voting information.
November 3 is election day! Let SPAAR be a resource for voting information.
SPAAR’s book club is back in session!
SPAAR’s fall housing book club is back with Brave New Home by Diana Lind. The book club will kick off on Thursday, October 22, at 8am through November 19, and each session will meet via Zoom.
SPAAR announces 2026 Candidate Endorsements
SPAAR members and staff conducted the Association’s annual candidate endorsement process in September.
South St. Paul Mayor Jimmy Francis named Realtor® Champion of the Month
SPAAR is proud to recognize South St. Paul Mayor Jimmy Francis as its Realtor® Champion of the Month for September 2026.
Take part in SPAAR’s 2026 candidate endorsement
SPAAR has begun its 2026 candidate endorsement process, and the advocacy team is seeking volunteers for candidate interviews that will take place in mid-September.
SPAAR’s Housing Resource Fair is September 24: excellent resources, new location!
SPAAR is hosting its fourth annual Housing Resource Fair on Thursday, September 24, from 4-6pm.

