May 25, 2020
SPAAR is closed today for the Memorial Day holiday.

In memory of our heroes.

Remember and honor.
Spotlight on SPAAR: building relationships with local communities
The week's SPAAR video features Realtor ® Alex Gleeson sharing about Government Affairs and its role in building relationships with local communities. This information is helpful to share with other agents as well as when working with buyers and sellers.

Each week, SPAAR highlight's timely news, events and key information to help members in their business. As such, these videos complement content also shared in SPAAR's newsletters, on its website and on social media


Have a video idea? Email spaar@spaar.com with the subject: SPAAR video idea.
Follow SPAAR on social media today
Stay tuned to SPAAR's news, education and events by following the Association on social media: Facebook , Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube. Visit SPAAR's website and click on the social media icon under the Member Login for the platform of your choice , or follow SPAAR on all platforms!
SPAAR assists members with questions, store purchases and more
Did you know that in addition to contacting SPAAR with questions, members can still purchase sign riders and electronic lockboxes and conduct non-contact pickups in SPAAR's vestibule at its 325 Roselawn Avenue East location. Simply contact SPAAR at spaar@spaar.com or (651) 776-6000 to learn more or make arrangements.
Comprehensive FAQ released by NAR regarding unemployment benefits for independent contractors
SPAAR continues to receive many member inquiries about unemployment benefits and is in regular communication with Minnesota REALTORS® to learn the latest news and information. Click on this link to see the new NAR FAQ , which has answers to many questions that have been asked in recent days and weeks. SPAAR will continue to share updates as they are known.  Click here to read the latest on Minnesota Unemployment Insurance .
May 31 deadline is nearing to register at no cost for TeleHealth
The National Association of REALTORS ®  (NAR) has expanded access to Members TeleHealth SM  at no cost to members for those who register before May 31, 2020.

Members TeleHealth SM  provides around-the-clock access to non-emergency healthcare from more than 2,300 board-certified U.S. physicians including common issues such as allergies, asthma, rashes, joint aches, flu and nausea, among others.

NAR is funding two months of services for members who lack access to telemedicine and enroll in this program before May 31. For more information, including the TeleHealth application,   click here.
NAR offers additional member support during COVID-19
The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has provided member resources related to COVID-19 and real estate including NAR's Member Support Team hotline at  (800) 874-6500 between 8am and 6pm CST, Monday through Friday.
 
NAR’s Right Tools, Right Now   program allows to visit  nar.realtor/coronavirus  for regular updates as well as reach out to SPAAR at  spaar@spaar.com .
NWHP expands its list of services
Nonprofit NeighborWorks Home Partners is known for providing homebuyer readiness classes and coaching, credit repair and foreclosure prevention counseling. Now, Neighborworks Home Partners can provide mortgage loans, down payment assistance and mortgage refinancing.

Weekly safety tips as provided by SPAAR and its members
SPAARky says:

A safety app is another great way to stay on top of inclement and fast-changing weather, especially here in Minnesota.

In addition, if you're out and about in unfavorable weather, let a family member, friend or someone on your team know your whereabouts.

What is your #1 safety tip to share?
Please share your safety tip and provide your name and email by sending an email to Jennifer at jkovacich@spaar.com. Member safety tips will be shared in future issues of eNews. Thank you to all who have submitted one or more safety tips. Keep them coming!
Housing Market Statistics
Get up-to-date housing market information here. SPAAR provides four different types of reports so you can offer your clients the most accurate housing data available. Click below to see how the market is doing:

Weekly Market Activity Report [this will be updated on SPAAR's website on May 26 due to the holiday]
Welcome new members!
SPAAR's New Member Orientation (NMO) has moved online during this time of COVID-19.

If you've taken part in a virtual NMO session and have a picture of yourself in class, please email it to Luke Fleck at lfleck@spaar.com. Thank you and welcome to SPAAR!
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