SPAAR's in-person closure is through June 30 for the safety of all
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To protect the health and safety of SPAAR members, visitors and staff, SPAAR’s Executive Committee, comprised of Realtor® members, voted to suspend all in-person classes, events and meetings through June 30.
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SPAAR continues to follow the orders issued by Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. SPAAR staff members will continue to work remotely to serve members Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 4:45pm. They will provide all services they are able to do in a virtual or electronic capacity, including
assisting members with member services support, regular communication updates, and online CE and non-CE classes.
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SPAAR Cares: NAR provides member access to TeleHealth at no cost. Members must register before new deadline of May 31
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The National Association of REALTORS
®
(NAR) has expanded access to Members TeleHealth
SM
at no cost to members who register by May 31. The program comes as part of NAR’s larger
Right Tools, Right Now
(RTRN) initiative, making numerous valuable resources available to its 1.4 million members at reduced or no cost.
Members TeleHealth
SM
provides around-the-clock access to non-emergency healthcare from more than 2,300 board-certified U.S. physicians including common issues such as allergies, asthma, rashes, joint aches, flu and nausea, among others.
NAR is funding two months of services for members who lack access to telemedicine and enroll in this program by May 31. For more information, including the TeleHealth application,
click here.
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Looking for continuing education or networking opportunities? Check out all of SPAAR's upcoming events!
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Virtual education offered through SPAAR in place of in-person classes, meetings and events, which are cancelled through June 30
SPAAR's in-person education offerings have been cancelled through June 30 in an effort to keep members, instructors and staff safe. This decision is based on recent developments with the coronavirus (COVID-19) in an effort to stop its spread and keep everyone healthy. In this current ever-changing environment, SPAAR will continue to provide updates as they are known. See below for virtual education offerings.
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SPAAR new members in 2020. Welcome, all!
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Take part in free CE and non-CE classes for SPAAR members
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SPAAR is offering the following education classes, including many with free CE. You may click on the highlighted link to register.
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Lots of options to take the At Home With Diversity® course
SPAAR members are welcome to join Instructor Robert Morris for a virtual At Home With Diversity® (AHWD) course that is being offered at
no cost to all NAR members
(a $99 value).
REALTORS®
know the importance of adapting and remaining relevant in today’s marketplace. By developing a business of practice rooted in inclusion and equality,
REALTORS®
can help buyers of all backgrounds achieve the dream of homeownership. The AHWD certification course teaches
REALTORS®
how to work effectively with diverse populations in order to achieve success in today’s multicultural real estate market.
*If May 19 doesn't work to take the course, SPAAR’s Diversity Committee is offering scholarships for SPAAR members to take the AHWD course, as well. Submit proof of course completion and SPAAR members will receive a check to reimburse the course price. Also note, there is a one-time $75 fee to apply for and use the AHWD certification, which is not covered by SPAAR’s scholarship.
*CE is
not
available for this course; however,
the AHWD certification counts as the Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) Designation elective, the C2EX Endorsement and one elective credit towards the CIPS Designation.
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NAR offers sitewide promotions for REALTORS
® now through May 31
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The National Association of REALTORS
®
(NAR) is offering a sitewide promotion for its Right Tools Right Now through Sunday, May 31. These promotions include online courses as well as designation certifications. As a side note, part of earning a C2EX endorsement includes obtaining a designation, for any member interested.
Click here to learn more about the Right Tools Right Now by NAR
.
Additional topics offered through Right Tools, Right Now include managing finances, market reports to inform your clients and education opportunities to expand your skills.
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Brush up on RPR and the many resources available
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Interested in a refresher on RPR knowledge and skills? This link is a main dashboard for pre-recorded and live webinars for all sorts of RPR functions from beginner to advanced.
https://blog.narrpr.com/workshops/
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The CE Shop offers a 40 percent discount through May
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In need of a few more CE credits? Have you completed your Code of Ethics requirement? Now is the time to complete requirements and use a discount through The CE Shop.
Use promo code SUPPORT40 at
spaar.theceshop.com
for 40 percent off your order through the end of May.
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REALTOR® Store Offers Free Tool
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Members can download a free copy of
Social Media for REALTORS®: Digital Marketing
, which is part of the
National Association of REALTORS
®
(NAR)
Social Media for REALTORS® series. This easy-to-understand guide shows members how to use the power of social media to save time, money and effort while effectively marketing themselves and their businesses online.
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National and State member resources also available
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SPAAR is grateful to its premier sponsors
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