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Prices on the rise again after flattening out; seller activity may be stabilizing
(September 15, 2023) – According to new data from Minneapolis Area REALTORS® and the Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS®, home prices rose modestly in August. Both buyer and seller activity were lower compared to last year.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Better-and-Better-podcast-banner.png)
Self-Defense And Situational Awareness In Real Estate (Better & Better Podcast)
Danae shares stories and experiences from both inside and outside of the real estate industry along with helpful tips on how to become situational aware and protect yourself in difficult situations.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Toastmaster-Open-House-NR.png)
SPAAR Toastmasters open house is October 3
The SPAAR Toastmasters open house will be Tuesday, October 3, from 12-2pm, which includes an hour of networking, learning and light refreshments followed by a Toastmasters meeting from 1-2pm.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Northstarmls-logo.png)
MLS invoices are due this week by September 30
Fourth quarter MLS billing notices were sent to members via email on September 5 from billing@spaar.com. As a reminder, payment must be received on or before September 30, 2023, to avoid suspension of MLS access.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Better-and-Better-podcast-banner.png)
Safety Is Key When Selling Or Buying A Home (Better & Better Podcast)
The first of two safety focused podcast for safety month 2023!![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Safety-banner.png)
4 Safety Action Items for REALTORS®- Safety Month 2023
This year, SPAAR if focusing on increasing safety awareness in real estate, providing resources to grow your knowledge as a real estate professional, and providing you with resource to share with your clients. To start the month off, here are 4 Safety Action Items For REALTORS®.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Guy-on-computer-at-night.jpg)
Interested in SPAAR’s payment plan for dues? Enrollment open through September 25.
SPAAR is again offering a flexible dues billing program for the 2024 dues cycle.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Better-and-Better-podcast-banner.png)