Member News

Take part in the Opportunities to Advance Black Homeownership session

February is Black History Month and Bell Bank Mortgage is hosting a virtual discussion on Opportunities to Advance Black Homeownership with national experts from the National Association of REALTORS® and the Mortgage Bankers Association on Tuesday, February 18, from 10 to 11am.
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NAR offers The REALTOR® Collective cohort opportunity for members

NAR is providing an opportunity for members take their business to the next level with The REALTOR® Collective. Starting on March 5 and March 6, there are two 6-week cohorts that will provide an invaluable opportunity to enhance critical skills needed to thrive in today’s competitive market, including mastering the art of building trust with clients and communicating their value as a REALTOR®. Members can lock in the exclusive introductory price of $799—an incredible value for this expert-led program.
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Patti Jo Fitzpatrick is MNR President for 2025

SPAAR member Patti Jo Fitzpatrick was installed as the 2025 President of Minnesota Realtors® on February 5.
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In memoriam: Jason Cassel

Former SPAAR Jason Cassel Jason Robert Cassel, 44, most recently of Lakeville, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025.
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In memoriam: Lloyd Miller

Former SPAAR President Lloyd Miller, age 98, of Roseville, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025.
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Don’t miss NAR’s 2025 Tax Summit!

Don't miss NAR's 2025 Tax Summit, a Center for REALTOR® Financial Wellness offering.
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Annual news conference tells housing story in Twin Cities and throughout Minnesota

SPAAR held its annual housing market news conference in conjunction with Minneapolis Area REALTORS® and Minnesota Realtors® on January 28 at the Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity.
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SPAAR members showed their Realtor® spirit in the Grande Day Parade

More than 50 SPAAR members, staff members, families and friends took part in the Saint Paul Winter Carnival's King Boreas Grande Day Parade on January 25, bundling up to brave the cold and share their Realtor® spirit with the parade attendees.
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Two sessions: Mapping Prejudice and Nonprofit Resources (for homeownership) open to members this Wednesday

SPAAR’s Committee for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion has two member events taking place on Wednesday, January 29, and members are welcome to participate.
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