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Advocacy in Action with the GADs: an September 2025 update
SPAAR’s Government Affairs Directors (GADs), Becky Wegscheid and Simon Opatz, engaged with several city and county elected officials and staff throughout SPAAR’s jurisdiction in September.Housing Market Momentum: State and Metro Post Gains in Listings, Sales and Prices
According to new data from the Minnesota state and Twin Cities metro Realtor® Associations, new listings, sales, inventory and prices all rose again in July.Touring The Nine at Lexington Station: a model for affordable housing
Projects like The Nine at Lexington Station demonstrate that it is possible to create attractive, affordable housing without sacrificing quality.News
Winter Member Appreciation: A Night to SPAARTY registration is now open
Get ready to celebrate with fellow SPAAR members on Thursday, January 15, 2026, from 5-9pm at The Confluence Hotel in Hastings.
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!SPAAR In The Media
SPAAR in the News: ‘Affordability concerns haven’t gone away’; Median price of a home in the Twin Cities reaches new high
“We have a (housing) shortage and it’s not just in the state of Minnesota,” said Jennifer Livingston, President of the St Paul Area Association of Realtors. “One of the biggest challenges we’re seeing right now are the people that are locked into the low interest rates. Some at two or 3.5% and they don’t want to get rid of that interest rate, so they are not selling their home.”
SPAAR in the News: KSTP-TV talks with President Jennifer Livingston about today’s market
SPAAR President Jennifer Livingston was interviewed on July 10 by KSTP-TV reporter Richard Reeve, reflecting on today’s mortgage rates and what they means for buyers.
Annual news conference tells housing story in Twin Cities and throughout Minnesota
SPAAR held its annual housing market news conference in conjunction with Minneapolis Area REALTORS® and Minnesota Realtors® on January 28 at the Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity.Advocacy News
Kaohly Her makes history: SPAAR-endorsed candidate elected Mayor of Saint Paul
SPAAR proudly congratulates Kaohly Her on her election as the next mayor of Saint Paul. Her victory over two-term incumbent Melvin Carter marks a historic milestone — she will be the first Asian American and first woman to lead Minnesota’s capital city.
How is the government shutdown impacting the real estate market?
As the federal shutdown continues, NAR is hearing growing reports of delays across the housing market, from NFIP flood insurance renewals to mortgage underwriting and loan processing interruptions.
Danielle Bickham Pelton is RPAC Investor of the Month for October 2025
Congratulations to Danielle Bickham Pelton, SPAAR’s RPAC Investor of the Month for October 2025.Community
Generosity from SPAAR members supports the community
SPAAR’s Community Engagement Committee recently approved donations from the committee’s budget to Second Harvest Heartland, Emma Norton Services and Open Arms of MN on behalf of SPAAR’s 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.
Poured with Purpose was a night of celebration and success
REALTORS® Charitable Foundation held its first-ever Poured with Purpose networking and fundraising event on October 20 welcoming 100 attendees to the beautiful 7 Vines Vineyard and Winery in Dellwood.Housing Market Press Releases
Housing Market Momentum: State and Metro Post Gains in Listings, Sales and Prices
According to new data from the Minnesota state and Twin Cities metro Realtor® Associations, new listings, sales, inventory and prices all rose again in July.