SPAAR News
Be up on the latest SPAAR news, which will keep you in the know with the latest Association and real estate information.
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Leadership SPAAR applications now open for 2024
Leadership SPAAR is designed to empower emerging Realtor® leaders and guide them in maximizing their leadership potential.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SPAAR-statistics.jpg)
Prices still strong, sales and listings still slow given stubbornly high rates
Home prices rose slightly in September, as reported by the Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS® and Minneapolis Area REALTORS®, which jointly share housing market reports with local media each month.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Career-connect-Blog.png)
SPAAR reps at local Career Exploration and Job Fair
SPAAR took part in a Career Exploration and Job Fair hosted by the St. Paul Area Chamber on October 17 along with more than 100 businesses.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Better-and-Better-podcast-banner.png)
Beyond the Stats: a look at the September 2023 housing market
We are back with another episode of Beyond the Stats! Join us for a deep dive into the September 2023 housing market stats.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Carl-youngquist-NR.png)
Former SPAAR President Carl Youngquist has passed
Carl Youngquist, a Realtor® for more than 50 years, has passed away, as published in the Star Tribune on October 15.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/photo-of-bowling-balls-lined-up.png)
Social Mixer Tour – Bowling Night at Ranham
Join us as we enjoy a family-friendly event of bowling, networking, and fun!![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Better-and-Better-podcast-banner.png)
Selling With Style: Expert insights on staging and decluttering a home
Kira, founder and owner of Zestful Design, came on the podcast to share insights on home-stating and decluttering that you can implement with your clients selling their home.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Vendor-Fair-blog.png)
SPAAR Connect: network, learn and lunch on October 16
SPAAR Connect: network, learn and lunch on October 16![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/ODSO-Keller-Williams-blog-photo.png)