July 18, 2019
Full SPAAR Calendar

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

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Please note: SPAAR's Coon Rapids office will be closed on Friday, August 9. The Maplewood office will be open from 8:30am to 4:45pm, as usual. 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

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 .
Habitat Humanity presentation provides REALTOR ® opportunity

Habitat for Humanity representatives Adade Amenounve, Chris Coleman and Jen LaCroix presented to SPAAR members today about the organization's new program that helps families who may otherwise not be able to afford homeownership.

Questions? Contact Jen LaCroix of TCHFH Lending, a subidiary of Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity at jen.lacroix@tchabitat.org.
Pictured at left: Habitat for Humanity staff members met with SPAAR's Diversity Committee presenting about their first-time homeowner program and what members should know.


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: are you a SPAAR member and a Veteran?
The Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals (VAREP) would like to sponsor six SPAAR members who are also Veterans for the REALTORS ® Charitable Foundation Golf Tournament on Wednesday, September 11. Golfers who fit this criteria will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. If interested, fill out this form. 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 23, a film: Jim Crow in the North
  • 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.
Ever thought about running for public office?
This free course will help you develop and run a successful campaign for office. The class is offered by the Minnesota REALTORS®, and will be held on Wednesday, August 7, from 9 am - 3 pm at SPAAR's Roselawn office.

Register here
Ready to get rid of that old printer?
For all the details and to sign up, click here.
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.
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.
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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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