April 24, 2017
 
REALTOR® Summit 2017
 
LAST CHANCE to join us for Beyond All Limits: Breaking Through Barriers at REALTOR® Summit 2017 on April 27 at the Minneapolis Convention Center with National speakers Richard Leider, Beth Ziesenis and Jared James. REALTOR® Summit is our largest event of the year that draws REALTORS® from all over the metro. See the full schedule.
 
Here are the day's highlights:
  • The first 100 members to arrive will receive a signed copy of Richard Leider's book, "The Power of Purpose" 
  • Beth Ziesenis' courses within the Summit are approved for 3.00 continuing education credits through the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce
  • Over 20+ relevant Expo Vendors
  • Breakfast, lunch, refreshments
  • Prizes and giveaways (during non-CE times)
  • 1 free drink ticket to the post-event Happy Hour with Jared James
   

HOME MATCHMAKER AD CAMPAIGN
 
Promo Ends Friday, April 28
 
To prepare for our upcoming Spring ad campaign launch, share the "Cute is Important" video for a chance to win up to 3.75 CE credits. (Must be used by Dec. 31, 2017) 
Here's how to win:
 
1. Share the video to your professional REALTOR® Facebook page
2. Add a catchy title to boost your post
3. Be sure to include #HOMEMATCHMAKER to track shares
The share with the most likes by April 28 WINS a FREE CE CLASS!

Now Seeking Applicants for the 2018 MAAR Board of Directors
As a member of MAAR, you have the opportunity to help guide the association into the future.
Your committed participation serving on the MAAR Board of Directors will lend growth to the real estate industry and community at large. | APPLY

Twin Cities Pride Volunteer Opportunity
 
We’re looking for volunteers!
 
In our continued commitment to fair housing and homeownership for all, MAAR will again be participating at the 2017 Twin Cities Pride Festival, which will include hosting a booth that will be staffed by REALTOR® volunteers & friends of the Association. Feel free to email Kevin Amundsen, Event Manager, at kevina@mplsrealtor.com with questions. | INFO

Membership Report

The 2016 Annual Membership Report is here! | VIEW REPORT

WEEKLY MARKET ACTIVITY REPORT
  
In light of the low inventory and affordability situation this year, it was a good surprise to see existing home sales hit a national 10-year high. It isn't a surprise, however, to see multiple offers on a home within a few days of being on the market. Buyer demand is high and will continue to be for the foreseeable future, so it was also welcome news that builder confidence and housing starts were up as well. | MORE
The Skinny - April 2017
 
 

Wednesday, May 3 (1:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.)
Professionalism - Code of Ethics 2017/18 | 3.75 CE Hours | REGISTER

The new cycle has begun! This course is being offered to bring attention to the Code of Ethics as it applies to your business model in the 21st Century. Many changes have occurred over the years and will continue to change as does the modern-day consumer. It is my intention to update the industry as to how the code applies to the modern-day buyers and sellers in our market place. Along with review of Chapter 82 and the meaning of the fundamentals that we live with daily. As the industry gains momentum in the everyday life of ever consumer we need to take steps to secure our position and do it ethically and honestly. As we protect the largest purchase any consumer normally makes we need to take a step back and make sure we are all doing it according to the rules and regulations and the laws of this industry.
This course satisfies the NAR Code of Ethics requirement for January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018.
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 3.75 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
   

UPCOMING CLASSES/EVENTS AT MAAR
Tuesday, April 25 (1:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.)
Real Estate Redefined: REALTOR Growth | 3.75 CE Hours | REGISTER
 
Monday, May 1 (1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
Social Strategies: Facebook | 3.00 CE Hours | REGISTER
 
Wednesday, May 3 (8:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.)
7/1/15 - 6/30/17 Required Module: Residential Contracts | 3.75 CE Hours | REGISTER
 
Thursday, May 4 (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
e-PRO Certification | 7.50 CE Hours | REGISTER
Friday, May 5 (8:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.)
A Brokerage in the Cloud | 3.75 CE Hours | REGISTER

Wednesday, April 26 (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
Bloomington Schools Educational Services Center - Room 610/610 A | 3.00 CE Hours | REGISTER
This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 3.00 credits of continuing real estate education
 
Wednesday, May 3 (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
Hopkins High School - 2400 Lindbergh Dr. | 3.00 CE Hours | REGISTER
 
This course is pending approval through the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 3.00 credits of continuing education 

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