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Market overview for October 2025: More listings, lower rates, fewer sales
According to new data from the Minnesota state and Twin Cities metro REALTOR® Associations, seller activity was up while buyer activity was down in October. Prices and market times rose.
Past presidents gather for annual luncheon
SPAAR held its annual Past President's luncheon on November 18.
Brian Bolier named SPAAR’s RPAC Investor of the Month for November 2025
Congratulations to Brian Bolier for being named SPAAR's RPAC Investor of the Month!The RPR AI CMA is live
The Mobile AI CMA is a new feature in the RPR Mobile™ app that helps Realtors® explain pricing strategy. It uses AI to score comps based on similarity and provides plain-language insights that support smart pricing conversations.
Jim Cormier accepts NAR Distinguished Service Award during NAR NXT
Jim Cormier this morning formally accepted the prestigious NAR Distinguished Service Award and shared a few words to thousands of his peers in attendance during NAR NXT in Houston.
Advocacy Scoop focuses on shutdowns and elections: What’s next for real estate?
The most recent Advocacy Scoop (Episode 21) was recorded live at the NXT Conference in Houston and just as the government shutdown was ending after 43 days.
NorthstarMLS to host 3iCon: Innovate. Impact. Inspire.
NorthstarMLS is putting on its 3iCon: Innovate. Impact. Inspire. event on Wednesday, December 3 from 10am to 1pm, creating a memorable experience for all members!
Ryan O’Neill is named SPAAR Hero
The latest SPAAR Hero is Ryan O’Neill. Ryan’s parents taught him and his siblings to serve in their everyday lives, which is evident throughout his real estate and Foundation work.