October 3, 2019
SPAAR's Coon Rapids and Maplewood offices will be closed until late morning
on Tuesday, October 8, for a staff training.
SPAAR calendar
Looking for continuing education or networking opportunities? Check out all of SPAAR's upcoming events!

Check out what classes and events are currently available at SPAAR
SPAAR offers many free and ongoing classes and events to keep members updated, involved and in the know.
The following classes and opportunities are now available, or check out SPAAR's calendar to see more [note new CE rule in red box below].

October 4, 1-4pm: Introduction to NorthstarMLS

October 7, 1-3pm: Realist Tax Intro

October 17, 1-3pm: Comparative Market Analysis in NorthstarMLS

October 24, 9-11am: B reakfast for the Brain - Mortgage Gotcha's that'll Get Ya

October 30, 9:30-10:30am: Remine Training

October 30, 11:30am-12:30pm: Remine Training
Effective immediately, members signed up for free CE classes offered at SPAAR must cancel at least 24 hours in advance; no-shows will be charged a $25 fee per class effective Oct. 1, 2019. Members may cancel through the SPAAR member portal .
Requirement Blitz is a great member benefit
SPAAR is offering members an opportunity to complete both the Required Module and Code of Ethics in one day on Wednesday, October 23.

The Requirement Blitz on Oct. 23 will ensure members complete 3.75 CE hours for the 2019/20 Required Module: Agency, Fair Housing and Energy Efficiency as well as 2.5 CE hours for the 2019/20 NAR Code of Ethics.

SPAAR will offer additional Requirement Blitzes beginning again in January. Check SPAAR's calendar for more detail.
Pasta with a Purpose
Looking for an excuse to eat out? What's better than a pasta night with friends, family, clients or your peers?

Let SPAAR's REALTORS® Charitable Foundation treat you to a fun-filled evening complete with a spaghetti dinner.

Hear from Minnesota's Housing Commissioner on October 17
SPAAR’s Diversity Committee is hosting the Minnesota Housing Commissioner, Jennifer Ho, for a presentation and Q&A session on Thursday, October 17. 

The lunch is sponsored by SPAAR’s Diversity Committee from 11:30am to 12:30pm. This event is open to all SPAAR members, and lunch will be served. 

Visit SPAAR’s events calendar for registration information beginning on Monday, October 7.
Congresswoman McCollum meets with local and state Association members
Members of SPAAR’s Board of Directors and Government Affairs committee, along with staff and members from Minnesota REALTORS®, met with Congresswoman Betty McCollum on October 3. Over an hour-long conversation, SPAAR engaged the congresswoman on the REALTOR® agenda in Washington, DC.
 
Led by Federal Political Coordinator, Deanna Weiner, SPAAR members praised Congresswoman McCollum for her support of a long-term flood insurance program solution. REALTORS® remain committed to protecting clients and ensuring homes are a stable and secure investment in the face of frequent natural disasters.
 
Congresswoman McCollum reiterated her desire to see bipartisan solutions to reform Government Subsidized Enterprise’s FannieMae and FreddieMac to guarantee consumers have equitable access to credit from financial institutions. Additionally, she is pursing federal government investments in infrastructure like roads, bridges and broadband that enhance our communities’ schools, hospitals and business.
 
SPAAR is grateful for the opportunity to advance the REALTOR® Party agenda with our elected officials at all levels of government. If you are interested in being involved, contact spaar@spaar.com for more information.
Wine & Dine Experience a fun night for SPAAR members
With 160 tickets sold to SPAAR's 7th annual Wine & Dine Experience on October 2, SPAAR members and their guests enjoyed an elegant evening of food and drinks and auction item fun. Coordinated by SPAAR's Affiliate Committee, proceeds benefited SPAAR's REALTORS® Charitable Foundation.

In addition to the hard work of the Affiliate Committee, special thanks goes to sponsors AAA Movers, Inc.; Allstate, Thomas Tallman Agency; Bay Equity Home Loans, The Allen Team; Pillar Title Services; Summit Mortgage, Bill Schwietz; Supra; and Stewart Title for helping make this event possible.

Thanks to all who took part in the 2019 Wine & Dine Experience!
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