NAR’s Riding with the Brand will stop in Twin Cities on August 1

NAR is leading the nationwide tour as Realtor® pride sweeps across the nation with Riding with the Brand and a stop in Minneapolis will take place on Tuesday, August 1.

Attend the SPAAR-B-Q: a networking cookout for members on July 18

All SPAAR members are invited to join in the upcoming networking cookout: the SPAAR-B-Q. This networking event is for members to connect, mingle and enjoy some delicious food.

MLS fees for third quarter are due June 30 

Third quarter MLS fees are due on or before Friday, June 30 to avoid suspension of MLS access. Members will incur a $25 reinstatement fee after this date.

SPAAR Toastmasters meets on July 11 and July 18

Take part in an upcoming SPAAR Toastmasters meeting on Tuesday, July 11 or Tuesday, July 18, 2023, from 1-2pm at SPAAR.

SPAAR Board of Directors applications due this Friday, June 30

SPAAR is seeking to fill roles for its Board of Directors in 2024: three directors and three officers. Apply for a position by June 30!

Resolution created to study solutions addressing identity discrimination in purchase agreements

SPAAR’s Committee for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion has studied identity discrimination and impacts on housing disparities for several years. Previously, solutions to this issue seemingly conflicted with the requirement that parties to a transaction must be identified to form a contract.

Spreading Smiles: Stories of Joy and Giving with Toys for Joy

Join us as we dive into the magical world of Toys For Joy, a charitable organization serving the Anoka County area that has been bringing happiness to families in need for decades. Hear heartwarming stories from Toys For Joy President Mike Hunstad and Board Member Ashley Haataja that will remind you of the incredible power of generosity and compassion.

Down Payment Assistance Programs in Minnesota

SPAAR’s Education & Events Director, Kristin Parker, sits down with two SPAAR Affiliate Members: Cindy Allen of Bay Equity Home Loans and Kevin Harris of Wells Fargo Home Mortgage to talk about Minnesota Down Payment Assistance Programs – shedding some light on a variety of opportunities for homebuyers.

First Time Homebuyers: Financing & Credit (What You Need to Know)

SPAAR’s Education & Events Director, Kristin Parker, sits down with two SPAAR Affiliate Members: Cindy Allen of Bay Equity Home Loans and Steven Tran of Fairway Mortgage to talk about First Time Homebuyers – what REALTORS® can do to educate and better help these consumers become a homeowner.