September 24, 2018
Members: MLS Fees are due by September 30
UPCOMING CLASSES
Infosparks II - Sharpening the Data Sword
Tuesday, September 25 (1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 2.5 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
 
REQUIRED! Salesperson and Broker Required Module Risk Management
Location: Maple Grove Community Center
Wednesday, September 26 (8:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.)
This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 3.75 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
 
REQUIRED! Pathways to Professionalism - Code of Ethics 2017/18
Location: Maple Grove Community Center
Wednesday, September 26 (1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 2.5 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
 
Forms 2018
Thursday, September 27 (8:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.)
This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 3.75 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
 
RPR: Using RPR to Better Serve Buyers and Sellers
Thursday, September 27 (1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 3.00 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
 
The Art of Negotiation
Friday, September 28 (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.)
This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 3.00 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
 
The Fall calendar is now available for sign up on the website. Check it out!

MEMBERS: MLS FEES ARE DUE ON SEPTEMBER 30
 
Quarter 4 MLS fees have been billed to member accounts and payment is due by September 30, 2018.
To log in to the portal and pay, visit our website and then click the red “Login” button at the top right.
 
Please note, if the fee is not paid by the due date, your MLS access will be suspended, and a $25 late fee will be applied. Once payment is submitted, there are no refunds. Thank you.

Increasing Equal Housing Opportunities for All
Wednesday, October 17 (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.)
Bloomington Center for the Arts
This course is approved with the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 3.0 hours of real estate continuing education credit
The Diversity Committee is putting on an event with national speaker Marki Lemons to our area to speak in more detail about Fair Housing in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act. Sign up now to secure your seat! 
MARKET ACTIVITY
Gung-ho Sellers Post Largest Increase In Nearly Thirty Years
The Skinny - August 2018
Weekly Market Activity Report
 
"The kids are tucked into schools, harvest festivals and fall equinox parties are underway, and residential real estate markets are entering a new season with strong fundamentals and healthy levels of activity. While it is sensible to monitor reputable news sources that report on housing with respectable statistics to back claims, it is also important to stay grounded in the reality that we continue to enjoy a prosperous time in real estate." VIEW REPORT

SOUTHEAST MINNESOTA REALTORS® MLS MERGES WITH NORTHSTARMLS
  
"Southeast Minnesota REALTORS (SEMR) signed papers to merge its MLS operations with NorthstarMLS, and our president, Kath Hammerseng was there with pen in hand." READ MORE

REALTORS® Relief Foundation
 
Minneapolis Area REALTORS® is donating $5,000 to the REALTORS® Relief Foundation (RRF) to help those communities directly affected by Hurricane Florence. When you donate to the RRFevery dollar goes directly to victims of disaster. Consider donating today! Donations are tax-deductible.

Every REALTOR® is required to complete 2.50 CE Hours of Code of Ethics training by December 31, 2018. If you have yet to complete your Ethics requirement, please choose a class that works for you below or view our calendar for additional dates.* 
 
Pathways to Professionalism - Code of Ethics 2017/18
Location: Maple Grove Community Center
Wednesday, September 26 (1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 2.5 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
 
Pathways to Professionalism - Code of Ethics 2017/18
This course has been approved by the Minnesota 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 Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 3.75 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
 
Professionalism - Code of Ethics 2017/18
This course has been approved by the Minnesota 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, REALTOR® membership shall be suspended until such time as the required training has been completed.

Tools for Creating an Impressive CMA
Presenter: Zoe Liston, 
Sponsor: Tami Tushie, American Home Shield
 
There is no CE available for Tuesday Mornings at MAAR events. This is a free benefit open to all members.
SOCIAL CORNER
REALTORS® UNITE STATE CONVENTION
 
Minneapolis Area REALTORS® is a proud sponsor of our state's association large annual convention, REALTORS® Unite! This is event is coming very soon, held for two days October 3 and 4 at the beautiful St. Paul RiverCentre. Find MORE INFO and SIGN UP today! 

THE FOUNDATION NEEDS YOUR HELP
 
The Foundation is in need of volunteers to help with the patio renovation Project at CommonBond Communities Winnetka West affordable housing community on Wednesday, September 26. If interested, please email the Foundation Director, Alicia Gordon Macalus, at aliciag@mplsrealtor.com

COMMITTEE APPLICATIONS DUE OCTOBER 15
 
Volunteering at the association is good for your professional growth and for your business! Whatever your particular interest in real estate, we're probably already discussing it and creating policies around it. Applications are due by October 15. Please note, current members need to reapply to their committee(s) of choice every year. MORE

REALTOR® OF THE YEAR AWARD
 
The Minneapolis Area Association of REALTORS® (MAAR) presents the prestigious REALTOR® of the Year Award. The purpose of the award is to recognize each year one active member who has provided outstanding volunteer services to the association, real estate profession, and community during the previous year.
The 2019 REALTOR® of the Year Recipient will receive the award at the MAAR annual leadership installation event.

The recipient receives a $1,000 charitable gift made payable to a charity of their choosing. Nominations are due by November 1.

ALL STAR PANEL
Technology and Leverage
Cambria Galleria on 7th
Join the Young Professionals Network on October 24 for an exciting All Star Panel exploring ways to leverage your business with technology! Learn from the pros as they give insight on how technology has changed their business. 

September is REALTOR® Safety Month
As part of an ongoing effort to keep you safe, here are resources from planning your safety strategy to articles and videos
 
According to NAR’s 2016 Member Safety Report, 39% of REALTORS nationwide have experienced a work-related situation in which they feared for their physical safety or protection of their personal information. This is your reminder to stay aware and stay safe!

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