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SPAAR offices in Maplewood and Coon Rapids will open late tomorrow, Tuesday, June 4, due to a staff training. The Maplewood office will open at 10:30am and the Coon Rapids office will open at 11am. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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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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Third quarter MLS invoices are due June 30
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Third quarter MLS billing will be sent by email this week from billing@spaar.com. If you do not see the notice in your Inbox, please check your spam or junk folders.
As a reminder, payment must be received on or before June 30 to avoid suspension of MLS access. If not paid on or before June 30, you will incur a $25 reinstatement fee.
To access your portal account, please click here . If you have questions regarding your third quarter MLS fees, please contact the association at 651-776-6000.
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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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SPAAR members welcome to Toastmasters meeting on June 4
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SPAAR members are always welcome to attend the Toastmasters meetings on the first and third Tuesday of each month from 1-2pm.
Learn more here.
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Visit a SPAAR Committee to learn what it's all about
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There are many ways to be involved in SPAAR from joining the Board of Directors, to attending events or serving one of the many committees available. SPAAR members are the key to committee success, and there are always new opportunities for involvement. If you're interested in checking out a SPAAR committee, contact the staff liaison below to find a meeting date and time that work for you. You're always welcome!
Below are the SPAAR committees and respective contacts:
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SPAAR marches as part of Grand Old Day festivities
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SPAAR members and their families took part in St. Paul's annual Grand Old Day parade -- now in its 45th year -- on June 2. Holding signs that read "Better Agents" and "Better Communities", members had a great time being part of the festivities and shining a spotlight on REALTORS® and all the great work they do in the communities in which they live and work.
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Weekly safety tips as provided by SPAAR and its members
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SPAARky says:
As Minnesota warm weather sets in, be prepared as you're out and about working with clients. Have water on hand so you and your clients stay hydrated. Dress in appropriate attire by choosing lightweight, light-colored clothing if you'll be in the sun. If needed, arrive to a property early to open it up so it isn't too stuffy for clients.
We like hearing what tips SPAAR members have to share, too, such as:
Carry yourself with confidence. Look clients in the eye when talking with them. Trust your gut and if something feels off plan accordingly. Leave if needed.
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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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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.
SPAAR Hero is sponsored by the REALTORS® Charitable Foundation.
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New requirements for residential leases are effective now
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The Minnesota Legislature has adopted new requirements for residential leases that are effective immediately. The revised law (Minn. Stat.
§ 504B) now requires a written residencial lease must:
1) Identify the specific unit the residential tenant will occupy before they sign the lease, for residential buildings with 12 or more units
2) Identify the lease start date and lease end date
3) Indicate the amount of prorated rent on the first page of the lease, dependent on the tenant move in or move out date
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Member golf opportunities are on the horizon. Sign up today!
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Interested in being a Toys for Joy golf sponsor? Sponsor opportunities at all levels are still available for the upcoming event on June 24.
Check out the existing options here.
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Choose red, white or blue -- all teams for a great cause!
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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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Ayanie Abdikarim
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Keller Williams Classic Realty
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John Ahnemann
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Keller Williams Integrity RE
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Kaitlyn Bahl
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Keller Williams Preferred Realty
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Amanda Beaudry
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Keller Williams Integrity NW
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Jacqueline Garofalo
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Keller Williams Premier Realty
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Amy Jeske
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Keller Williams Classic Realty
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Derick Lien
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Mingo Realty, Inc.
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Yee Lor
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Creative Results
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Patrick Martin
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RE/MAX Synergy
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Nicholas May
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Coldwell Banker Burnet
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Marie Merchant
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Keller Williams Premier Realty South Suburban
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Kimerly Miller
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Archi-Pix, LLC
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Nichole Okeefe
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Edina Realty, Inc.
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Bryce Pap
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Keller Williams Preferred Realty
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Alexis Smith
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Comcast
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Julia Warfield
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Edina Realty, Inc.
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Robin Wetther
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Edina Realty, Inc.
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Kong Yang
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Creative Results
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My Yang
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Eagan Realty LLC
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