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Value of a Realtor® videos highlight all that Realtors® do every day
It’s no secret that Realtors® bring great value to the clients and communities they serve; however, sometimes all those things aren’t known, or obvious, so these fun short videos, featuring SPAAR member volunteers, highlight the significant impact and numerous activities Realtors® do for their clients every days.Minnesota Housing announces new first-generation homebuyer loan program
Minnesota Housing will be launching the Agency First-Generation Homebuyer Loan program this spring.Beyond the Stats: how insurance and mortgage work in tandem within the real estate industry
Dive into the world of home insurance and its impact on the loan process.News
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Metro home prices hit record high despite higher rates and more inventory
According to new data from the Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS® and Minneapolis Area REALTORS®, who provide a joint monthly report, listings rose slightly compared to last year while sales softened. Inventory levels and prices were up.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/DSC5419-300x200.jpg)
SPAAR-B-Q: A networking cookout for members
Connect, mingle and enjoy (a free) lunch with fellow SPAAR members at this year’s SPAAR-B-Q, the ultimate networking cookout taking place on July 23 from 11am to 1pm at SPAAR.SPAAR In The Media
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SPAAR in the News
Local news featured Amy Peterson, 2024 President of the Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS®, sharing about the 2023 housing market.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/For-sale-sign-300x100.png)
Homes for sale down in Twin Cities, up slightly statewide
Minneapolis Area Realtors and the St. Paul Area Association of Realtors also put out a report on the Twin Cities regional market. While new listings throughout the state were up, new listings in the Twin Cities declined 1.1% in October, although the report notes that this is the lowest decline since May 2022.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/External-house-image-older-home.jpg)
Finance & Commerce article: Twin Cities home sales fall, home prices rise
Minneapolis and St. Paul Realtor groups said Monday that Twin Cities home prices rose in June, but sales activity — weighed down in part by rising interest rates and tight inventory — was slower compared to last year.Advocacy
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Candidate endorsement interviews are on the horizon
SPAAR has begun its 2024 candidate endorsement process, and the advocacy team is looking for volunteers for candidate interviews taking place in mid-September.![2024 SPAAR President Amy Peterson Presenting at NAR's sustainability summit](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2024-SPAAR-President-Amy-Peterson-Presenting-at-NARs-sustainability-summit-300x100.png)
NAR’s 2024 Sustainability Summit was held in Minneapolis
NAR’s Sustainability Summit in 2024 was held on June 4th and 5th in Minneapolis, bringing Realtors®, property managers, appraisers, brokers, and other stakeholders together to learn about and discuss sustainability in housing and real estate.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Fair-Housing-Advocacy-Blog-Banner-300x100.jpg)
Shakopee Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control Information
Shakopee Public Utilities has a Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control Policy* designed to keep customer drinking water safe and free of contaminants.Community
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SPAAR-B-Q: A networking cookout for members
Connect, mingle and enjoy (a free) lunch with fellow SPAAR members at this year’s SPAAR-B-Q, the ultimate networking cookout taking place on July 23 from 11am to 1pm at SPAAR.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/coloring-blog-300x100.png)
Artists aged 2 to 101 participated in Fair Housing coloring contest
SPAAR recognized Fair Housing Month with its annual coloring contest this past spring. In its fifth year, 50-plus colorful entries were received. The coloring sheet communicates REALTORS®’ support for housing protections and the federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 with the simple idea: “All are welcome in my neighborhood!”![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/NNO-blog-300x100.png)
National Night Out is August 6; SPAAR again supports this year’s events
National Night Out builds better communities by connecting neighbors. Realtors® build better communities by connecting clients with information and resources.Housing Market Press Releases
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Metro home prices hit record high despite higher rates and more inventory
According to new data from the Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS® and Minneapolis Area REALTORS®, who provide a joint monthly report, listings rose slightly compared to last year while sales softened. Inventory levels and prices were up.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Tiny-house-image-300x169.jpg)
Growth in listings met by cooler demand leads to an increase in supply
According to new data from the Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS®, in conjunction with Minneapolis Area REALTORS® as the two Associations provide this information together each month, listings rose slightly compared to last year while sales softened. In fact, both inventory levels and prices were up.![](https://spaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/housing-stats-300x200.jpg)