In this issue of SPAAR's eNews:
- Spotlight on SPAAR: Paths into real estate and what is learned along the way
- SPAAR introduces its Housing Affordability Task Force
- SPAAR’s Professionalism Committee offers At Home With Diversity certification reimbursement
- What to know about Supra eKey access for non-members
- NorthstarMLS upgrades its user sign-on and security
- Fourth quarter MLS invoices are due September 30
- 2022 membership renewal now underway
- Housing Market Statistics
- Join SPAAR's Facebook group for members only
- Welcome, new members!
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Spotlight on SPAAR: Paths into real estate and what is learned along the way |
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From left, as pictured, Mannaan Majeed, Tracy Baglio, Wardell Haywood and Nichole Hayden share their journeys into real estate.
SPAAR's weekly videos highlight timely news, events, member features 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.
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SPAAR introduces its Housing Affordability Task Force |
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The Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS® (SPAAR) Housing Affordability Task Force was created to research, brainstorm and discuss ideas for how to address the complex and pressing problem of Housing Affordability in Minnesota. The Task Force has crafted a set of proposals to be considered when addressing this issue. SPAAR hopes this document renews the conversation among stakeholders about how to approach this problem. SPAAR will work with said stakeholders to implement these proposals where it makes sense to do so.
The Task Force believes that Housing Affordability is an issue that needs to be addressed with a multi-pronged approach, with both short- and long-term solutions. Visit our webpage at Housing Affordability Task Force – SPAAR for more information!
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SPAAR’s Professionalism Committee offers At Home With Diversity certification reimbursement |
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The Professionalism Committee is honoring SPAAR members who take the At Home With Diversity course, or who have already completed it, by reimbursing them for the cost of the At Home With Diversity certification of up to $75 in 2021.
SPAAR members simply need to submit a copy of the At Home With Diversity certificate and paid receipt to srichards@spaar.com and SPAAR’s Professionalism Committee will then provide reimbursement up to $75. This opportunity is directly in connection with NAR president Charlie Oppler’s Fair Housing Challenge.
Questions? Contact Sheri Richards, SPAAR’s Professionalism Committee liaison, at srichards@spaar.com.
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What to know about Supra eKey access for non-members |
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Supra has secure access for non-Association members to access residential properties with authorized access from a Supra keyholder, which is available via Bluetooth keyboxes through a tablet or smartphone for a limited time of 2-to-72 hours. A non-transferable access credential is sent to the non-member’s device and the user creates his or her own Pin number for lockbox access. The non-Association member access was created with limited access, security and accountability in mind.
A non-member may include an appraiser, a home inspector, a repairman, etc., who do not belong to the REALTOR® Association.
Non-member process:
- A Supra keyholder sends a text invitation to a non-member.
- A Supra keyholder must activate the non-member access feature one time via a desktop or laptop computer prior to use.
- The non-member downloads the eKey app (one time only)
- The non-member accepts terms and conditions (one time only)
- The non-member fills out registration (one time only)
- The non-member enters eKey authorization code
- The non-member will receive a text each time access to a KeyBox is granted.
Questions? Contact Supra at (877) 699-6787.
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NorthstarMLS upgrades its user sign-on and security |
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NorthstarMLS is changing to a new vendor—Remine—for its single sign-on and security. This is the system that ensures subscriber-only access to the MLS and allows you to access all NorthstarMLS systems with a single sign-on.
Members will be able to continue to login with their NRDS ID. Whenever possible, existing passwords from the old system will transfer to the new system. For members whose passwords need to change, it will be a fast and simple process.
The Remine system is equally secure and robust, yet offers more features and flexibility for greater subscriber convenience in accessing services.
The changeover is scheduled for late night Monday, September 27, with minimal disruption. There will be no change to Matrix or any of the other systems; just the underlying login/security system. Questions? Contact the Help Desk between 8am and 5pm, Monday through Friday, at help@northstarmls.com or (651) 251-5456.
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Fourth quarter MLS invoices are due September 30 |
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Fourth quarter MLS billing notices were sent to members via email on September 2 from billing@spaar.com. As a reminder, payment must be received on or before September 30 to avoid suspension of MLS access. If not paid on or before September 30, you will incur a $25 reinstatement fee. Click here to access your portal account.
Remember to check spam or junk folders if the email isn't found in your inbox. Questions regarding your fourth quarter MLS fees? Contact the Association at (651) 776-6000.
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2022 membership renewal now underway |
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SPAAR 2022 Membership Renewal Notices were sent by email on August 5 and August 6 from billing@spaar.com. Be sure to check your spam or junk folder if you do not see your renewal notice in your inbox so you do not miss any important information.
If payment is not received on or before November 30, a $50 late payment fee will be added to the amount due. Click here to view important 2022 dues billing information.
Primary Realtor® members: please review your invoice and log into your portal account no later than September 25 to take advantage of the flexible dues billing payment option. This payment option does not apply to MLS-only members, affiliates, secondary members, unlicensed Realtor® assistants or new Realtor® members.
Check out the links below for more helpful information:
Contact SPAAR at (651) 776-6000 if you have questions regarding your membership renewal.
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Housing Market Statistics |
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Get up-to-date Twin Cities housing market information here. |
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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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Check out the SPAAR Facebook page created specifically for members here.
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