May 21, 2018
NAR LEGISLATIVE MEETING RECAP
Three inspiring Minneapolis Area Association of REALTORS® scholarship recipients,
Lyndon Smith, Susan Jackson and Ken Colston, were part of a historic moment this year at the National Associations of REALTORS® (NAR) Legislative Meetings as NAR commemorated the 50-year anniversary of the national Fair Housing Act of 1968. They also met with Minnesota legislators and senators to discuss issues related to personal property rights and advocate for legislation that will protect and support the future of homeownership i.e., Fair Housing, Tax Policy, Net Neutrality and Flood Insurance.
Read more on the scholarship program and consider applying for the 2019 scholarship program by December 1.

2018 REALTOR® Seminar
Eastern Carver County Schools
Do you know the right selling points about this fast-growing, high-performance school district in the southwest metro? This event will enable you to be the best possible expert for your buyers that consider living in the Eastern Carver County Schools, which includes Chanhassen, Chaska, Carver and Victoria. Join us at 8:00 a.m. for registration and breakfast!
 
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 2.00 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
MARKET ACTIVITY
Weekly Market Activity Report
 
"Inventory and days on market both continue to skim along at historic lows, while buyer demand is creating competitive purchase offer situations that are increasing the number of homes sold for more than the asking price. This practice is nothing new in more popular areas, but higher offers are becoming normal outside of the hottest cities and neighborhoods. Affordability is a challenge for some potential buyers, yet prices still rise in an environment of economic confidence." VIEW REPORT
UPCOMING CLASSES
How to Read an Appraisal
Tuesday, June 5 (1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.)
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 1.00 hour of Real Estate Continuing Education
 
RPR Advanced: 10 Powerful Ways to Earn More Business
Tuesday, June 5 (2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.)
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 1.00 hour of Real Estate Continuing Education
 
Condos 101
Tuesday, June 5 (3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.)
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 1.00 hour of Real Estate Continuing Education
 
Salesperson & Broker Required Module: Agency, Fair Housing & Special Entities Authority
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 3.75 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
  
The Art of Negotiation
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 3.00 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education

Complete your Code of Ethics requirement
 
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
 
Professionalism - Code of Ethics 2017/18
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 3.75 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
 
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
 
*Failure to complete the required periodic (every 2 years) ethics training shall be considered a violation of a membership duty; for which, REALTOR® membership shall be suspended until such time as the required training has been completed.

Myths of the VA Home Loan
 
Guest Speaker: Mark Hesser
 
VAREP is a non-profit and HUD-approved housing counseling organization dedicated to increasing sustainable homeownership, financial-literacy education, VA loan awareness, and economic opportunity for the active-military and veteran communities.
SOCIAL CORNER
 PRIDE FESTIVAL
In honor of 50 years of Fair Housing, MAAR and SPAAR are participating at the 2018 Twin Cities Pride Festival on June 23 and 24.  
We are seeking REALTORS® who are willing to volunteer in 2-hour increments at the booth. Come out and join the fun while engaging with the public and building camaraderie with other fellow REALTORS® and friends.
 

Heart of the Community Award
The Heart of the Community Award shines a light on members who have dedicated their time, talents and energy to serve as volunteer leaders within our communities. On behalf of the selected REALTORS® who have made an extraordinary commitment to improving the quality of life in their community through volunteer leadership and community service, Minneapolis Area REALTORS® will make a $500 contribution to the organization of their choice. You can nominate yourself or another for the award.
 

WE'RE HIRING!
 
If someone you know is interested in either of the following positions at the Minneapolis Area Association of REALTORS®, please have them apply online. Thank you! 
 

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Minneapolis Area Association of REALTORS
5750 Lincoln Drive
Minneapolis, MN 55345