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SPAAR kicks off ongoing safety initiative
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Safety is important. At work, at home, online and on the go, safety is a broad and varied topic, and one that SPAAR is taking on on behalf of its members and the communities they serve. SPAAR will be sharing safety tips and education opportunities each week through its newsletter, social media and, as scheduled, through presentations and classes.
REALTORS® are uniquely connected to the communities in which they live and work. SPAAR's safety initiative was designed to be connected and comprehensive. It's intended to cover a wide range of topics pertinent to creating better agents and better communities.
SPAAR recently introduced its new mascot, SPAARky, on Facebook. SPAARky was created to unify SPAAR's safety program and share safety tips. When you see SPAARky, see article below, you'll know he has a message, tip or event to share.
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SPAARky says:
Take the wheel! Whenever possible, take your own vehicle to a showing and suggest that your client meet you there. Always lock your vehicle when you exit it. Safety first, all year round!
SPAAR members have shared some great tips, too, including:
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Back your vehicle into the driveway of the home you show. In the unusual situation that you prefer to leave quickly it will provide a much quicker departure."
"Tell visitors arriving to an open house not to be surprised if they see others viewing the property at the same time."
"When showing a home to unfamiliar clients, note the back door location and unlock it. Never go upstairs or downstairs first. Always direct the client to go ahead of you, allowing yourself a quick exit, if needed."
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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 and you will be entered into a $25 drawing at the end of June.
CONGRATULATIONS to the May winners for submitting safety tips. Donis Dzialo of Edina Realty submitted the very first safety tip to SPAAR, and Peggy Langeslay of Coldwell Banker Burnet had her name drawn from among the May submissions. Donis and Peggy will each be receiving a $25 gift card.
THANK YOU to all who have provided safety tips. Please keep them coming. They're great!
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New dental plan open to members and their families
The Minnesota REALTORS® is offering a new dental plan available to members and their families. This new comprehensive plan includes huge savings, large network options and great plan benefits including orthodontic services.
Plan enrollment is currently open and will remain open through June 8. Contact Eric at MN Health at
eric@minnesota-health.com to learn more.
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Third quarter MLS invoices are due June 30
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The third quarter MLS billing was sent via email on May 31 from billing@spaar.com. If you do not see the notice in your inbox, please check your SPAM and junk folders so you do not miss out on this important information.
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, do not hesitate to contact the association at 651-776-6000.
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Excuse the noise as SPAAR undergoes a minor remodel
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SPAAR's St. Paul location is currently under construction to create and reconfigure existing space following the departure of Royal Credit Union, which used to be housed in the lobby at SPAAR. The remodel will include some new employee offices, a new meeting space and a renovation of another meeting space. Please excuse the noise and any inconvenience if you're onsite during the construction. Thank you.
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SPAAR's Professionalism Committee wants you!
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SPAAR is looking to expand its membership on the Professionalism Committee with a few new members. If you have an interest in helping members raise the bar in real estate, please contact Mandy Boldt at
mboldt@spaar.com
or complete this committee application and select "Professionalism."
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RealSatisfied: a new benefit for SPAAR members
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How is RealSatisfied working for you?
SPAAR now provides
RealSatisfied as a free, member-only benefit. Rolled out to all members in February, this tool is designed to help REALTORS® be more competitive in the real estate marketplace.
Brokerages and managers are not required to take any action to implement RealSatisfied, as the tool has been purchased by SPAAR for individual SPAAR members; however, if an office wants broker access the broker dashboard may be purchased for $600 per office annually.
RealSatisfied has information to get started and tutorials to learn how the tool works.
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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.
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Welcome to SPAAR! There are many ways to get involved and grow your business. We look forward to meeting you!
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New Member
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Organization
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Rebecca Anderson
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Virtuance
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Derek Biondich
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Coldwell Banker Burnet
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Mary Beth Burgstahler
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Edina Realty, Inc.
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John Buyense, Jr.
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Keller Williams Classic Realty
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Sandra Buyense
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Keller Williams Classic Realty
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Anna Cederholm
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Virtuance
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Cameron Christians
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Greater Midwest Realty
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Laura Cook
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Keller Williams Integrity NW
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Andrew Cosico
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Elite Realty Minnesota, LLC
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Megan Culhane
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Weichert, REALTORS - Heartland
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Jeffrey Cummings
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RE/MAX Results
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Jeremy Entinger
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Cross Check Home Inspection LLC
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Alaina Erickson
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RE/MAX Advantage Plus
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Joseph Fogarty
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Virtuance
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John Ford
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Keller Williams Classic Realty
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Kathryn Harmon
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Keller Williams Integrity RE
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Dana Hartmann
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Lund Realty
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Andrew Helmer
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Edina Realty, Inc.
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Katelyn Hewett
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Edina Realty, Inc.
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Heidi Huseth
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RE/MAX Advantage Plus
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Shannon Jarvis
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Keller Williams Premier Realty
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Katherine Kalow
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MDC Real Estate Services
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Victoria Kane
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Keller Williams Preferred Realty
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Cody Lind
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Keller Williams Preferred Realty
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Allison Loosbrock
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Edina Realty, Inc.
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Charles Martin
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Keller Williams Preferred Realty
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Lisa Martin
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Exp Realty, LLC
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Dawn Nelson
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Keller Williams Classic Realty
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Paige Ojha
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Keller Williams Classic Realty
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Donald Olson, Jr.
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Keller Williams Integrity RE
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Benjamin Oxenberg
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Keller Williams Integrity RE
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Dustin Peterson
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RE/MAX Results Inc.
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Robert Peterson
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Northstar Real Estate Associates
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Namgyal Rapten
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Integrity Realty
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Hannah Roehrick
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Edina Realty, Inc. - Faribault
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Nathan Ryan
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RE/MAX Advantage Plus
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Wyatt Samuelson
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Lund Realty
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Bret Scott
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Fish MLS Realty
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David Sender
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Edina Realty, Inc.
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Christine Swan
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Dunn Realty Group
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Ashley Tettamanzi
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Results Support Services, Inc.
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Mohammed Thamer
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Edina Realty, Inc.
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Carrie Tobin
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Keller Williams Integrity RE
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Patrick Toohey
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New Leaf Realty
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Benny Van Cleve
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RE/MAX Advantage Plus
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Samantha VonRuden
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Edina Realty, Inc. - Faribault
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Ian Yankton
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Virtuance
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Nicholas Young
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Virtuance
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