July 25, 2019
Full SPAAR Calendar

Looking for continuing education or networking opportunities? Check out all of SPAAR's upcoming events!

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SPAAR's Coon Rapids office will be closed on Friday, August 9. SPAAR's Maplewood office will be open from 8:30am to 4:45pm. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
Check out what classes and events are currently available at SPAAR

SPAAR offers many free and ongoing classes to keep members updated and in the know.

Check out the classes and opportunities with availability below or check out SPAAR's calendar for a complete list.
July 31, 9-11am: Breakfast for the Brain -- Mortgage Gotcha's That'll Get Ya

August 5, 1-4pm: Introduction to NorthstarMLS

August 6, 1-2pm: Toastmasters
Information here (no need to register in advance)

August 7, 9am-3pm: Learn how you Can Make a Difference in Government

Note: Many of SPAAR's classes provide Minnesota real estate continuing education. Continuing education courses must be attended in their entirety in order to receive credit for the number of approved hours (MN Statute 45.30 Subd.4a).  See full list of classes here .
Hear from national, state and city leaders as they discuss Hispanic homeownership in Minnesota

Take part in a talk about Hispanic homeownership in Minnesota on Thursday, August 1 and network with national, state and city leaders. 

Participants in the event include   Henry Jimenez , Executive Director of Latino Economic Development Center;  Mr. Gerardo Guerrero Gomez,  Mexican Consul;  Kasey Kier , Minnesota Housing Assistant Commissioner;  John Patterson,  Minnesota Housing Director of Planning, Research and Evaluation; and  Sandra Heidinger , AMP, Freddie Mac Affordable Lending Manager.

Below is the event agenda:
  • 10:30am: Arrival, registration, network with industry peers and exhibitors
  • 11am: Opening remarks, program speakers, panel discussion: Ways to increase homeownership and overcome obstacles
  • 1pm: Lunch, member recognition and sponsors exhibits
Register here to attend. This event takes place at the Wellstone Center in Saint Paul.
Electronics piling up? Let the Tech Dump be your solution.
For all the details and to sign up, click here.
Join us: Golf + bag tournament + dinner for a GREAT cause!
The 2019 REALTORS® Charitable Foundation Golf Tournament is Wednesday, September 11, 2019. This annual tradition funds programs that invest in SPAAR's members and in the community.

Join us for a Patriotic themed day of golf, a bags tournament and a delicious dinner!

Get all of the information and register here.

Attention veterans! The Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals (VAREP) is seeking to sponsor two more individuals to be part of their golf foursomes. Interested? Fill out this form, and contact Jackson Cussons with VAREP at jackson@jacksoncussons.com.
Join the fight for housing justice!

Be a part of conversations and come to view films about closing the Twin Cities housing gap. ABC Realty along with the East Side Freedom Library, MICAH and Cookie Cart are hosting a series of films on the widening housing gap and what we will do about it.
  • July 30, a film: Detroit 48202
  • August 13, a community conversation: Housing Equity in the Twin Cities
Food will be provided at the three film events. All events will include community conversation. The events will take place at the East Side Freedom Library at 1105 Greenbrier Street, Saint Paul, MN  55106. Learn more here on the East Side Freedom Library's calendar.
Wine & Dine sponsorship opportunities now available

Sponsorship opportunities are now available for this year's Wine & Dine event on Wednesday, October 2. The following options are open on a first come, first served basis until they are filled:
  • Wine Pull Sponsor: $850
  • Networking Sponsor: $650
  • Experience Sponsor: $400
  • Bottle of wine donations (minimum value $15)
  • Silent auction and raffle donations that include gift cards, tickets to sporting events and themed baskets.

Contact Kristin Parker, SPAAR's Education & Events Director, at kparker@spaar.com or (763) 489-3303 to learn more or to discuss a sponsorship or donation.
Bring SPAAR Squad to you!

Did you know SPAAR staff are willing to present at your office? Whether it's real estate issues, advocacy, education or news about upcoming events, remember that SPAAR staff and available to speak at your upcoming meeting (and they enjoy it)!

SPAAR Squad is here to help! Our staff members are available to attend meetings and speak about a variety of relevant topics. SPAAR staff will also provide onsite training (some with free CE) for groups of 25 or more.
REALTORS® Unite registration is open
Registration opened this week for the REALTORS® UNITE Convention. REALTORS® Unite 2019 will take place in Prior Lake and will feature nationally-renowned speakers, career-boosting sessions, and world-class dining and entertainment. This is the place for you to learn, connect and grow this September 2019. Click here to register.
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Like SPAAR on Facebook in two places by searching Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS® and also SPAAR Charitable Foundation. Find SPAAR on Instagram at spaar_realtor.
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