Winter Social installs 2020 President Patrick Ruble
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With about 225 people gathered at the Saint Paul Hotel on January 9 for the Winter Social, SPAAR members and guests had a memorable evening as Patti Jo Fitzpatrick concluded her year as SPAAR President and Patrick Ruble was installed as SPAAR's President for 2020. Tracy Baglio takes the role of 2020 President-Elect and Mark Mason is now the 2020 Treasurer.
In addition, five SPAAR members were recognized for their dedication and received the following honors:
- 2019 REALTOR® of the Year: Patti Jo Fitzpatrick
- 2019 William Tschohl/James Stanton Distinguished Service Award: Tony Maurer
- 2019 SPAAR Good Neighbor Award/Better Communities: Amy Geislinger
- 2019 Affiliate of the Year: Cindy Allen
- 2019 Rising Star Award: Brianne Lawrence
SPAAR's Winter Social event is a highlight each year as it's an opportunity to reflect on the previous year and celebrate the start of the year ahead.
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Spotlight on SPAAR: meet Patrick Ruble, SPAAR's President for 2020
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SPAAR recently kicked off its weekly video series of Spotlight on SPAAR with topics to keep members in the know. These videos highlight timely news, events and key information to help benefit members in their business. As such, these videos complement content also shared in SPAAR's newsletters, on its website and on social media.
Have an idea for a video? Email spaar@spaar.com with the subject: SPAAR video idea.
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Sponsorship opportunities still available in 2020
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Upcoming events for consideration include the following:
- Leadership SPAAR – Kickoff in January with full year program to follow
- Good Morning YPN! - February
- Cheers for Charity – April
- Biggest Tuesday Sales Meeting Ever! – May
Interested in more information or any questions? Contact Kristin at
kparker@spaar.com
or (763) 489-3303.
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VAREP will host a Lunch 'n Learn at SPAAR on Thursday, January 23 from 11am-1:30pm at SPAAR (325 Roselawn Ave East in Maplewood) with the presentation by the Minneapolis regional VA Training Team. There will be three hours of free CE Provided by the Minneapolis Regional VA Loan Center.
Register here for the VAREP Lunch ' Learn
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Weekly safety tips as provided by SPAAR and its members
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SPAARky says:
Trust your gut
If someone makes you feel uncomfortable, step away and call a friend. Pretend to be giving directions to a client on their way over. Or simply leave. Don't try to rationalize your feelings. Trusting your gut may be in your best interest.
We like hearing what tips SPAAR members have to share, too, such as:
Being that I live in boots all winter, I bring a pair of house shoes to my showings and open houses. They keep my feet warm and because they're never worn outside I can easily slip them on (and off) and wear them without worry.
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What is your #1 safety tip to share?
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Please share your safety tip and provide your name and email by sending an email to Jennifer at jkovacich@spaar.com. Member safety tips will be shared in future issues of eNews. Thank you to all who have submitted one or more safety tips. Keep them coming!
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Housing Market Statistics
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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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Learn about the new Fair Housing action plan
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The leadership of the National Association of REALTORS® met in Washington on January 8, 2020, where they unanimously passed a Fair Housing Action Plan which will distinguish NAR as a national industry leader on fair housing.
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Take part in SPAAR's Member Communications Survey to help make your local Association stronger
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Every two years SPAAR invites participation in its Member Communications Survey, an opportunity for members to share their voices, thoughts and ideas in a number of areas. Because this information also helps to take the pulse on the programs and services offered at SPAAR, as well as provide insight to be sure members' needs are met, an incentive is provided for feedback shared.
SPAAR's Member Communications Survey is currently open and will remain open through Sunday, January 19, at 11:59pm.
Congratulations to James Sanchez
whose name was drawn for completing the Member Communications Survey. The earlier members take the survey, the more chances there are to win.
Please take 15 minutes to participate and share your input as SPAAR continues its commitment to Better Agents and Better Communities. Thank you!
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Brokers: this series is for you!
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Take part in the upcoming Better Brokers Series on Friday, January 17, as Courtney Jones of the National Association of REALTORS
®
(NAR) provides an update on Commitment to Excellence.
Commitment to Excellence (C2EX) is a program of NAR that empowers members to evaluate, enhance and showcase their highest levels of professionalism. C2EX is an endorsement that REALTORS
®
can promote when serving consumers and other REALTORS
®.
Learn how C2EX can help you and your agents gain the relevant expertise needed for today's market.
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SPAAR's New Member Orientation (NMO) in 2020 is changing to a 2-day format so new members will be announced following NMO, which is typically held the third week of each month. Stay tuned!
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SPAAR has participated in Bridging activities over the years, most recently assembling dressers during the annual Dresser Build in November and delivering a large quantity of blankets around the holidays. Bridging Founder
Fran Heitzman died on January 11, 2020, at age 94.
Read more about Fran here.
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See SPAAR in the news? We'd love to know about it! If you see articles in your local paper about SPAAR members, events or other news, please send an email to
jkovacich@spaar.com
or mail to Jennifer Kovacich at SPAAR (325 Roselawn Ave E, St. Paul, MN 55117) or simply call (651) 287-3922 with the station or publication information. Thank you!
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