You are honored and remembered on this day and always.
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It's the last week to submit award nominations. Who will you nominate?
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Nominees are being sought for various SPAAR awards now through Friday, November 15. SPAAR is seeking nominations for the following awards.
(click on the Award names below to learn more):
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The SPAAR awards will be presented to the recipients at SPAAR's Winter Social event in January 2020.
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Robbie Grossman honored as SPAAR Hero for his work in VAREP
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Robbie Grossman has been named SPAAR Hero for October 2019. Sharing this honor on Veteran’s Day is fitting as one of Robbie’s volunteer endeavors is serving as president for the Twin Cities chapter of the Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals (VAREP), of which he was instrumental in the local chapter’s founding. Robbie also serves as co-chair of the National Legislative Committee for VAREP. The Association exists in cities around the country to increase sustainable homeownership, financial-literacy education, VA loan awareness and economic opportunity for the active-military and veteran communities.
Robbie is appreciative of the SPAAR Hero recognition, but acknowledges that he’s one of many who strive to leave a legacy of contribution for the betterment of all and feels fortunate to be able to serve in a rewarding way that can create lasting change.
A Gold Star grandson of his maternal grandfather who served in the US Air Force and tragically lost his life in a service-related air accident in 1958, Robbie wanted to honor his family history of patriotism and military involvement. His passion for VAREP has become an avenue for him to serve his country and the veterans he holds great respect for in a meaningful way.
Beginning in 2020, Robbie will serve on SPAAR's Board of Directors and currently serves on its Government Affairs Committee.
A lifetime resident of Highland Park in Saint Paul, Robbie’s been a REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker Burnet for six years. Prior to this career, he worked as a first responder as a 911 Operator for the City of Minneapolis helping to save the lives of countless people through emergency life and death situations. In his spare time, Robbie loves to spend time with his family most of all. He likes to write, is an ace pool player and enjoys all kinds of music. He also has an interest in politics and history. Congratulations, Robbie, on being named SPAAR Hero!
SPAAR Hero is a program of SPAAR's Community Engagement Committee, sponsored by SPAAR's REALTORS
® Charitable Foundation. This article was co-written by Tina Angell and Patrick Ruble, members of SPAAR's Communications Committee. If there's someone you think should be named SPAAR Hero, contact Joe McKinley, Vice President of Advocacy & Community Engagement, at jmckinley@spaar.com.
A little more about veterans and VAREP:
Did you know that on a national level fewer than 12 percent of all veterans access their VA home loan benefit and approximately 36 percent reported to the VA that they know nothing about it? Alarmingly, 65 percent of veterans have reported to VAREP that they feel they will never own a home. VAREP accomplishes its mission to those it serves through a five-point plan that includes homeownership advocacy, community outreach, professional membership, veteran job creation and affordable housing.
Learn more about VAREP here.
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2020 Membership Renewals due November 30
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SPAAR 2020 membership renewals are due on or before November 30, 2019.
Click
here
for additional information regarding 2020 membership dues. Questions? Contact SPAAR at 651-776-6000.
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Weekly safety tips as provided by SPAAR and its members
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SPAARky says:
Stock your vehicle
Winter appears to have made an early entrance into Minnesota so be sure you are prepared for unfavorable weather. Pack extra clothing, a shovel, a flashlight and other key items you may need in a winter emergency.
We like hearing what tips SPAAR members have to share, too, such as:
I always talk a little more loudly, and with extra confidence, so that clients and open house visitors know I feel empowered, in charge and attentive.
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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. Members who submit safety tips have their names entered into a monthly drawing for a prize. Furthermore, safety tips will be shared in future issues of eNews. Thank you to all who have submitted one or more safety tips already. Keep them coming!
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Give to the Max Day a great way to give back
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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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Have a voice at the table with Metro Transit about the Gold Line project
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Metro Transit is seeking to form a Community and Business Advisory Committee for the METRO Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project. This planned 10-mile dedicated Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line will connect Saint Paul, Maplewood, Landfall, Oakdale and Woodbury generally along Interstate 94.
The committee, composed of local residents and business representatives, advises the Metropolitan Council on how future Gold Line stations can best serve the neighborhoods and businesses by providing the community perspective on the project design, engineering, outreach, construction and operations. SPAAR is working to have REALTOR® interests represented throughout the planning process, and asking for Association members who live in Saint Paul, Maplewood, Landfall, Oakdale and Woodbury to consider applying for this committee.
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Share your ideas and make your voice heard by sitting on one of SPAAR's many committees
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I have made some great friends and new connections. When I attend Realtor events I no longer feel like an anonymous individual, but instead I recognize and am recognized by Realtors from all over the state. I believe the most beneficial thing members can do to grow their businesses and gain name recognition is to join a committee."
-SPAAR YPN Committee member
Find a committee that best matches your talents and interests and apply today!
SPAAR is beginning to recruit members for its committees in 2020. Both existing committee members and those new to serving on a committee are welcome to join.
Committees offer opportunities to get to know your Realtor
® peers and those affiliated with real estate. Committees allow ease to network and become involved in programs and projects within the communities where you live and work. The time commitment to participate on a committee is minimal, with additional
optional opportunities on occasion.
Attached is the
application; if there is a committee of interest to you, feel free to apply to serve in the upcoming year. Questions? Contact Mandy Boldt at mboldt@spaar.com.
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Apply now for Leadership SPAAR Class of 2020
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Sharpen your leadership skills in 2020!
Leadership SPAAR is a year-long program designed to identify 8-12 emerging leaders from within SPAAR membership and empower them to maximize their leadership potential and advance their efforts to build successful real estate careers.
Application deadline: Midnight, Sunday, December 1, 2019. Email the completed application to Mandy Boldt at
mboldt@spaar.com
. The Professionalism Committee will review applications and schedule interviews with finalists. Participants will be notified in mid-January.
Apply here
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Jim Crow of the North documentary special showing for SPAAR members this Thursday, Nov. 14
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SPAAR’s Diversity Committee has scheduled a special showing of Jim Crow of the North, a documentary produced by Twin Cities PBS. J
im Crow
of the
North
reveals the history and impact of racist real estate covenants in the Twin Cities. The documentary special showing will take place on Thursday, November 14, from 5:30-7pm at Sunrise Banks, 2525 Wabash Ave, St. Paul (55114). There is no cost to attend.
Jim Crow of the North expands the Diversity Committee’s examination of restrictive covenants and real estate practices that led to disparities in homeownership by people of color. This special screening will include a facilitated discussion led by director Daniel Bergin and Mapping Prejudice researcher Kirsten Delegard.
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Welcome to SPAAR! We're glad you're here!
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Rachel Aeilts, Keller Williams Premier Realty
Ryan Baer, Keller Williams Premier Realty
Lynne Bury, Keller Williams Premier Realty
Holly Dylla, Elite Realty Minnesota, LLC
Sean Edlund, eXp Realty
Cassandra Gregory, Edina Realty, Inc.
Leah Groff, RE/MAX Professionals
Bill Kraus, Sky Definition
Shawn Lake, RE/MAX Advantage Plus
Daniel Larson, Danlar Inspection Services LLC
Brooke Matzek, Anchor Real Estate Trust, LLC
Amy McNamara, J&R Appraisals, Inc.
Peyman Pirzadeh, RE/MAX Advantage Plus
Bryan Qualy, Edina Realty, Inc.
Carol Reed, Realty Group, Inc. - Apply Valley
Irada Rybak, BLIS Realty
Sherri Rybak, Town & Country Real Estate Inc.
Marques Taylor, Keller Williams Preferred Realty
Quinn Terence, RE/MAX Advantage Plus
Sherry Tissaw, Keller Williams Classic Realty
Eric Wandersee, National Realty Guild
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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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