January 27, 2020
Leadership Installation Highlights
MAR recognized outgoing volunteer leadership, installed our 2020 Board of Directors, Executive Committee and President Linda Rogers at our Leadership Installation and Awards Celebration held last week, Thursday, January 23 at the Edina Country Club. Awards recipients were also highlighted at the event. Congratulations and best wishes to you all.  PHOTOS

Scholarship Applications
 
Application deadline extended
through 
Friday, January 31
Jean Leake Emerging Markets

This scholarship will be awarded to members who demonstrate their commitment to serve the emerging markets communities, with particular efforts to increase homeownership among diverse communities in Minnesota. INFO
Ann Brockhouse Future Leader
This award honors future leaders in real estate and the association. The recipient must be willing to demonstrate leadership abilities within MAR and the REALTOR® community. INFO

Foundation Grant Recipient Feature: The Link
The Minneapolis Area Foundation of REALTORS is extremely proud of the partnerships it has developed with non-profits dedicated to ending homelessness in our communities. One of those partnerships is with The Link. The Minneapolis-based organization works with youth and families to overcome the impacts of poverty and social injustice. One of the ways it does that is to provide access to stable housing.

Supra Non-Member Access Training Webinar
Join us for an Introduction to Non-Member Access Training! This one-hour webinar is designed for agents who are new to Non-Member Access or would like a refresher. Webinar dates are January 28 and January 30. Note: Training is scheduled for the Pacific Time zone.

New Broker Fundraiser Baskets
 
MAR wants to support your fundraising efforts! Brokers can request a beautiful and practical home basket (valued at $200) now through February 14 for use at fundraising events. While there are many good causes, the fundraiser must be a broker event. 12 recipients will be selected. 

Upcoming Classes
7/1/19 - 6/30/20 Salesperson and Broker Required Module: Agency, Fair Housing & Energy Efficiency
Thursday, January 30, 2020 (8:30 AM to 12:15 PM)
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 3.75 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 3.75 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
No hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 3 hours of Real Estate Continuing Educat
Using Instanet & Authentisign 101
Wednesday, February 5, 2020 (9:00 AM to 12:00 PM)
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 3 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education
RPR: Navigating, Searching and Reporting for Your Consumers
Wednesday, February 5, 2020 (1:00 PM to 4:45 PM)
This course has been approved by the MN Commissioner of Commerce for 3.75 hours of Real Estate Continuing Education

Presidential Primary
The Presidential Primary is March 3. Early voting has started. Consider pre-registering. For more information, please follow this link.

Market Reports
The Mortgage Bankers Association reported that applications for home purchases rose 16% last week, reaching its highest level since 2009. More info

How to Become a Power Agent
Join Darryl Davis on February 6 for his half-day seminar, How to Become a Power Agent and Double Your Income in Today's Changing Market. 
 
To register, please follow this link.

Members Engage in Community Conversations on Housing 
Minneapolis Area REALTORS were well represented at two recent forums on affordable housing hosted by U.S Representatives Dean Phillips and Ilhan Omar. On Friday in Maple Grove, Rep. Phillips moderated a panel that focused on state and regional initiatives to address the affordability gap. On Saturday in south Minneapolis, Rep. Omar convened a panel of local experts on her Homes for All bill. By engaging in events like these, MAR members ensure they are well informed about issues that impact consumers’ access to homeownership. 
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