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Grant applications are due this Friday, May 10
Applicant requests will be considered based on the criteria that submissions include one or more components from SPAAR's four primary areas of focus (Advocacy, Community Engagement, Professional Development, and Communications), which are intended to create Better Agents and Better Communities.
Email RealtorsCharitableFoundation@spaar.com for questions or to submit an application.
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Enjoy lunch on SPAAR and spring clean in the same visit!
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SPAAR's annual spring member appreciation event taking place this Friday, May 10, from 11am to 2pm has a lot of variety to offer members. There will be a shred truck so bring in those personal and confidential items to shred. Bridging will be on hand to provide information and home items (furniture, housewares, etc., can be brought it to donate to the organization that provides for families in need. There will be a clothing collection to benefit Joseph's Coat and Two Dames and Friends will have information on decluttering. This is your chance to
spring clean!
Come hungry! The Tot Boss food truck will be on site so you can enjoy lunch on SPAAR!
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Apply now for a position on SPAAR's Board of Directors
Consider serving on the Board of Directors for the Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS® (SPAAR). The 2019 Nominating Committee is looking to fill three director positions for 2020. The position has a three-year term and directors are asked to make attending all Board meetings a priority.
SPAAR is also accepting applications for three officer positions: treasurer, president-elect and president.
What are benefits of serving as a director or officer of SPAAR?
As a Board Member you'll have:
- Opportunities to both learn from and teach others
- Direct involvement in decisions that impact the association
- A broader professional network of members, the community and civic leaders
- New experiences that develop professional and personal skills
- Social opportunities that often lead to lasting friendships
All candidates must have been a member of the association for one year prior to the date of the nomination and must be a REALTOR® member in good standing with no ethics violations within the past year.
If you are interested in applying for a Board position, complete the application form here no later than Friday, June 14, 2019. Questions? Contact Tracey Douglas at tdouglas@spaar.com.
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St. Paul's Grand Old Day Parade is ON, and SPAAR will be a part of it
SPAAR will be participating in this year's Grand Old Day Parade and we want you to join us!
Invite your family or friends, and
sign up today to walk in the Grand Old Day Parade as part of SPAAR from 8:30 to 11am on Sunday, June 2. We'll promote homeownership and draw attention to Fair Housing throughout the route.
Questions? Contact Joe McKinley at jmckinley@spaar.com. It's bound to be a fun time!
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Weekly safety tips as provided by SPAAR and its members
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SPAARky says:
Be sure to use the lockbox property-key procedure that has been established to improve real estate agent safety. Don't simply hand keys off to another REALTOR®, but take the correct steps to go through the process.
We like hearing what tips SPAAR members have to share, too, such as:
Note the license plate information or discreetly take a photo of it, then share with a friend or colleague so someone has the information. You can also have a code word or phrase to use if something doesn't feel right and you need or want someone to check in with you or send help.
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Learn how to bring a safety class to your office!
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Did you know SPAAR offers the class Safety Matters? This one-hour class is approved for one Continuing Education credit, and can be presented at your office sales meeting. Inquire for more details by emailing spaar@spaar.com. Let's work together to make safety a top priority!
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What is your #1 safety tip to share?
In keeping with the safety theme introduced in this newsletter, what is your #1 safety tip?
Share your safety tip and provide your name and email by sending an email to Jennifer at
jkovacich@spaar.com.
We've had so many GREAT safety tips shared since SPAAR began its weekly focus on safety. Please share one of your tips if you haven't already (or send another)! It's great to learn from each other. THANK YOU to all who have submitted one or more safety tips. Keep them coming!
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License renewals and education deadlines are nearing
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License renewals are due next month. Be sure you're up to date on your education requirements: check your
pulse portal transcript to find out your status. Also, note that deadlines may vary so be sure to check with your broker and plan accordingly.
Questions? You may reach out to your broker, the Minnesota Department of Commerce or SPAAR. At SPAAR, contact Kristin Parker at kparker@spaar.com.
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Nominations requested for the next SPAAR HERO
Each month, a member of SPAAR is recognized for their community involvement by being named SPAAR Hero. SPAAR Hero is coordinated by the Community Engagement Committee. Each month's SPAAR Hero is recognized in a news release, on social media and on SPAAR's website, and receives $250 for the nonprofit or cause they support.
Know someone who should be recognized as a SPAAR Hero? To nominate a SPAAR Hero, please provide details of the nominee's community service and the name of the cause or organization they support to Joe McKinley at (651) 772-6344 or jmckinley@spaar.com.
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Help stop opioid abuse!
Have you heard the radio ad featuring Chris Galler of Minnesota REALTORS®? There are ways that you can help to stop opioid abuse and urge people to safety dispose of unused medications. Remind clients to lock up their medications during any showings at their property.
Learn more here.
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Member golf opportunities are on the horizon. Sign up today!
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See SPAAR in the news? We'd love to know about it. Please let us know if you see articles in your local paper about SPAAR members, events or other news. You can send an email to
jkovacich@spaar.com or mail to Jennifer Kovacich at SPAAR (325 Roselawn Ave E, St. Paul, MN 55117) or simply let us know the station or publication. Thank you!
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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:
Local Market Updates
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SPAAR welcomes its newest members
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Welcome, new members! We look forward to working with you.
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Nicholas Biagini
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Keller Williams Premier Realty
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Adrienne Bray
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices North Properties
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Damon Coleman
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Keller Williams Integrity Realty
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Dana Diesch
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Title One, Inc.
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Matt Edick
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Edick Valuation Services LLC
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Vanessa Floyd
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Keller Williams Premier Realty
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Ekoue Folikoue
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AFE Home Inspection LLC
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Max Globensky
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Keller Williams Classic Realty
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Chabota Hantuba
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PCH Realty LLC
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Daniel Hofmeister
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Keller Williams Premier Realty
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Joshua Howard
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Realty Group, Inc.
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Carrie Johnson
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White Bear Lake Realty
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Saah Kemayah
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Keller Williams Classic Realty
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Rup Koirala
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Creative Results
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Mary Lee
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Creative Results
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Lisa McWilliams
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RE/MAX Advantage Plus
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Deanna Mosher
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Title One, Inc.
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Lauren Neal
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Anderson Realty
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Ambir Rich
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Northstar Real Estate Associates
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Amenti Senbeta
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Keller Williams Integrity RE
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Marianna Spakosky
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Elite Realty Minnesota, LLC
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Robert Swanson
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Realty Group, Inc.
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Chua Thao
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Creative Results
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Tou Thao
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Partners Realty Inc.
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Thown Thor
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Keller Williams Integrity RE
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Maneela Vang Yang
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Partners Realty Inc.
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Patricia Venne
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Keller Williams Integrity RE
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Kelsey Walker
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Keller Williams Classic Realty
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Kari Wolfe
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Edina Realty, Inc.
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