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.

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.
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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.
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Representative Betty McCollum named June 2025 Realtor® Champion of the Month

Representative Betty McCollum is SPAAR's June 2025 Realtor® Champion of the Month.
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Bob Clark named June 2025 RPAC Investor of the Month

Bob Clark is SPAAR's June 2025 RPAC Investor of the Month.
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SPAAR members head to the Hill

SPAAR members head to the Hill.
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Jim Cormier receives NAR Distinguished Service Award

Jim Cormier named NAR Distinguished Service Award winner.
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Bob Clark inducted into RPAC Hall of Fame

Bob Clark inducted into RPAC Hall of Fame.
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Nicko Spehn is the RPAC Investor of the Month

Nicko Spehn is the RPAC Investor of the Month.
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Rebecca Noecker named SPAAR’s Realtor® Champion of the Month

Rebecca Noecker named SPAAR's Champion of the Month.
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