SPAAR CEO John Fridlington was a Realtor® champion and member advocate

John was a dedicated REALTOR® Association leader for more than 40 years, most recently as CEO of the Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS® (SPAAR) where he just surpassed his nine-year anniversary.

SPAAR recognizes newest C2EX endorsees

Congratulations to Mary Beck and Karen Stang! Mary and Karen are SPAAR's newest Commitment to Excellence (C2EX) endorsed members, having received their endorsements in July and August, respectively.

SPAAR’s Coon Rapids office to close year-end 2023

SPAAR’s Coon Rapids office to close year-end 2023.

Have an edge in your presentation speaking

SPAAR Toastmasters is seeking to add new members in 2024.

Keeping members informed: update in the case of Burnett v. NAR et al

SPAAR is committed to keeping members informed.

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.

Notice to consumers regarding class certification

Litigation around the country regarding the treatment of brokerage commissions, including the Moehrl case in Minnesota, has been ongoing for some time now. Some courts have certified cases as being class-action suits.

It’s back to school!

It's back to school time, and SPAAR is involved in a number of ways.

Sharing coverage of harassment allegations involving former NAR President Kenny Parcell

As reported in National Association of REALTORS®’ REALTOR® Magazine on August 28, Utah broker Kenny Parcell resigned Monday as president of NAR after an article in The New York Times, published online Saturday, detailed accusations of sexual harassment against him by NAR staff and members. NAR President-elect Tracy Kasper, who was set to take over as president in November, began her term immediately.