April 2, 2018
Don't delay! The end of the 2-year cycle will be here before we know it. Every REALTORĀ® is required to complete 2.50 CE Hours of Code of Ethics training by December 31, 2018*.
 
If you have yet to complete it, please choose your class below or go to our website for more options. You can see if you've satisfied the requirement by logging into the portal. View this video on how to find it.
Upcoming Code of Ethics Opportunities
Wednesday, April 4 (1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
Pathways to Professionalism - Code of Ethics 2017/18
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 2.5 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
 
Tuesday, April 17 (1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 2.5 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
 
Wednesday, April 25 (1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
Pathways to Professionalism - Code of Ethics 2017/18
Location notice: Maple Grove Community Center
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 2.5 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
 
Thursday, April 26 (8:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.)
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 3.75 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
Failure to complete the required periodic (every 2 years) ethics training shall be considered a violation of a membership duty; for which, REALTORĀ® membership shall be suspended until such time as the required training has been completed.

Secure your registration for Summit 2018
Wednesday, May 9
Minneapolis Convention Center 
 
Your registration includes:
Breakfast, lunch, refreshments
Highly sought-after speakers
3 continuing education credits
25+ Expo Vendors (during non-CE times)
Prizes and a swag bag (during non-CE times)
Post-event Happy Hour
  • The Top Micro Strategies for Real Estate Marketing - Kristi Kennelly
  • The Next Ten Years - Steve Murray
    This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 1.5 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education.
  • Make Way for Gen Z - David and Jonah Stillman
    This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 1.5 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education.
  • Press, Politics and the Public - Tom Hauser

Friday, April 13 (9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.)
Broker Support Meeting 

The Minnesota REALTORS has passed a new Citation Policy beginning June 1, 2018, as part of the preliminary procedures and initial review by the Grievance Review Panel when filing complaints through the Minnesota REALTORS Professional Standards Program. What is the Citation Policy, how will it work, and who does it involve will be addressed during this MAAR's Broker Meeting with guest speaker Jonathan Kopecky, JD, Associate Legal Counsel with the Minnesota REALTORS.

This is a complimentary broker member benefit. 

MARKET ACTIVITY
Weekly Market Activity Report
 
"In general, housing markets are performing rather well across the country and locally. While some measures may show year-over-year declines at times, the truth of the matter is that showings are plentiful, buyers are eagerly searching for homes to purchase and good properties are exchanging hands whether or not the overall inventory situation is less than favorable or mortgage rates go up a quarter percent." VIEW REPORT
UPCOMING CLASSES
Tuesday, April 3 (10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.)
Tuesday Mornings at MAAR
Tuesday, April 3 (1:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.)
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 3.75 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education 
Wednesday, April 4 (1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 2.5 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
 
Thursday, April 12 (8:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.)
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 3.75 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
 
Tuesday, April 17 (10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.)

Tuesday, April 10 (8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)
This one-day update course, copyrighted by The Appraisal Foundation, focuses on recent changes to USPAP requirements for ethical behavior and competent performance by appraisers. The course, which clarifies several commonly misunderstood aspects of USPAP, will aid participants in all areas of appraisal practice seeking updated competency in USPAP, including those subject to state licensing or certification and continuing education requirements imposed by professional organizations, client groups, or employers.
SOCIAL CORNER
Tuesday, April 10 (12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
 
In honor of the 50th Anniversary of Fair Housing, join the MAAR and SPAAR Diversity Committees for lunch and a conversation about the Mapping Prejudice Project that will connect the past to the present.

Thursday, April 19 (2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.)
 
Have you considered building a Real Estate Team in 2018? Are you currently on a team and want to leverage your time and talents? Learning how to build a real estate team will mean you can work every single lead that comes across your desk, and generate more referrals from closing them.

Monday, April 23 (11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
 
Join MAAR's Global Business Council as they serve you a delicious lunch followed by a discussion on FIRPTA, what it means from all angles and what can happen when it is not done right.

2017 Membership Survey
 
Results are in! View the video below for highlights and read the full report on what our members are saying about the association.

STORE 
Get your open house signs just in time for the Spring Market! Available in our store on-site and online. 
Minneapolis Area Association of REALTORS
5750 Lincoln Drive
Minneapolis, MN 55345