Better & Better - A SPAAR Podcast
By Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS®
Better & Better - A SPAAR Podcast Jun 27, 2023
Real Estate Trends in March 2024 - Beyond the Stats March 2024
Tune in for a deep dive into what's shaping the market, the challenges REALTORS® are facing, and the creative strategies they use to guide their clients through a dynamic and ever-evolving real estate market. Tune in now and stay informed!
What Is The Value of Title Insurance for Home Buyers?
Learn about real-world problems that title insurance can solve, like disputed property lines or undisclosed liens, and get expert advice on how to safeguard your client's transactions against potential fraud. This podcast will equip you with the tools to help you inform your clients on the value of title insurance, and help them navigate the complexities of buying a home with confidence.
Are Home Buyers On The Move? - Beyond The Stats
This episode of Beyond The Stats features a conversation between SPAAR Communications Director Jennifer Kovacich, and two local Realtors®, Susan Mall and Amanda Cox. Together they cover a wide range of topics related to current conditions, trends, and advice for buyers and sellers in the local market.
An Interview With 2024 SPAAR President Amy Peterson
2024 SPAAR President Amy discusses what members can expect to experience this year at SPAAR, her thoughts on AI in the real estate industry, and more.
Beyond the Stats - January 2024 Statistics
Dive into the January 2024 housing market statistics!
Beyond the Lens: Elevating Your Real Estate Listings With Visuals
Borna Albus, the owner of Square Feet Floor Plans, shares his expertise on the importance of quality home photography, videography, and the value of 2d-floor plans and 3d tours to help you level up your real estate listings.
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2023 Recap With SPAAR's 2023 President
2023 SPAAR President Brianne Lawrence shares her experience as president and SPAAR's accomplishments in 2023.
Beyond the Stats - November 2023 Statistics
Better and Better is back with another episode of Beyond the Stats! Join us for a deep dive into the November 2023 housing market stats.
Beyond The Stats - September Statistics 2023
We are back with another episode of Beyond the Stats! Join us for a deep dive into the September 2023 housing market stats.
Selling With Style: Expert Insights On Staging & Decluttering A Home
Kira, founder and owner of Zestful Design, came on the podcast to share insights on home-stating and decluttering that you can implement with your clients selling their home.
Beyond the Stats: August Statistics
Go beyond the stats with a focus on real estate safety!
Self-Defense And Situational Awareness In Real Estate
Our second Safety Month podcast features Danae Hudson, Co-Owner and Instructor at Valley Self-Defense. Danae shares stories and experiences from both inside and outside of the real estate industry along with helpful tips on how to become situational aware and protect yourself in difficult situations. Tune in to learn more about risk assessment and self-defense from Danae.
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Safety Is Key When Selling Or Buying A Home
Kira, an experienced safety expert and owner of Zestful Design, gives best practices to keep you and your home sellers and buyers safe both during and after closing.
Minnesota Housing: More Than Financing Programs
SPAAR sat down with El Karnwie-Tuah from Minnesota Housing who shared some valuable insight into what Minnesota Housing does beyond financing assistance.
Beyond The Stats - July Statistics
In this months Beyond the Stats, learn some tips you can use when speaking to your clients about the housing market!
GLOBAL BUSINESS COUNCIL: COMING SOON TO SPAAR?
The Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS® (SPAAR) is evaluating whether it should establish a Global Business Council (GBC). SPAAR's GBC would supplement the work of the Committee for DEI, providing members opportunities to expand their business about learning about diverse communities, cultures and business practices. Are you interested in global real estate? Are there opportunities to grow your business by embracing a global perspective?
Global Business Councils (GBC) coordinate opportunities for Realtors® to learn about global real estate: the ins and outs of international transactions, information about other cultures and connecting with buyers and sellers---domestic and international. The Global Business Council Program is part of the National Association of REALTORS®.
SPAAR Members are invited to participate in a survey to learn more about GBC and how they provide educational and networking opportunities for you and your business: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeR8PMjIbjlfuFJQRLHNDqqcFC0Vl_LlieoL7mmV_eCsIDbeA/viewform?usp=sf_link
Let’s learn more about Global Business Councils from REALTORS® Adriana Martinez and Adade Amenounve and SPAAR’s CEO, John Fridlington. What do GBC’s do? What does CIP stand for? Is real estate in St. Paul “global?”
Real Estate Investing 101
SPAAR Past President Mark Mason joins the conversation to talk about his personal journey in real estate investing and how you can get started.
Diving Into the 2023 Forms Changes
SPAAR's Education & Events Director, Kristin Parker, is joined by Ryan Torpey, Minnesota Realtors® Associate Legal Counsel, to talk about the upcoming forms changes taking effect on August 1, 2023!
Beyond the Stats - June Statistics
Go beyond the stats! Hear from Realtors® on what they are seeing the stats play out when working with clients.
Market Like A Pro: Marketing Tips For Realtors® - Part 2
Part 2 of diving into the world of real estate marketing with industry experts Dan Sherman, owner of Stainless Real Estate Photography, and Luke Fleck, SPAAR Director of Digital Engagement.
Market Like A Pro: Marketing Tips For Realtors® - Part 1
Join us for an engaging and informative episode as we delve into the world of real estate marketing with industry experts Dan Sherman, owner of Stainless Real Estate Photography, and Luke Fleck, SPAAR Director of Digital Engagement. In this insightful conversation, we explore key strategies and practical tips to help you elevate your real estate marketing efforts to the next level. From discussion on creating a marketing plan to leveraging the power of social media, we leave no stone unturned in uncovering effective tactics that can significantly impact your business.
Beyond the Stats - June 2023
Despite recent increases in interest rates impacting buyer affordability, there's some positive news for prospective buyers in certain areas. Declining sales prices and a surge in new construction are providing much-needed relief. Understanding these market trends can help your buyers and sellers make informed decisions. Stay updated on the real estate landscape to maximize your buying potential by going Beyond the Stats!
Spreading Smiles: Stories of Joy and Giving with Toys for Joy
Join us as we dive into the magical world of Toys For Joy, a charitable organization serving the Anoka County area that has been bringing happiness to families in need for decades. Hear heartwarming stories from Toys For Joy President Mike Hunstad and Board Member Ashley Haataja that will remind you of the incredible power of generosity and compassion. Check out their Facebook and Website for upcoming events and ways you can help!
Beyond The Stats - May 2023
Two of SPAAR’s Communications Committee members, Chelsea Erickson and Nichole Hayden, sat down with SPAAR's Communications Director to discuss the current local housing market statistics as well as what they’re experiencing in the field through their work with current and prospective clients.
Down Payment Assistance Programs in Minnesota
SPAAR’s Education & Events Director, Kristin Parker, sits down with two SPAAR Affiliate Members: Cindy Allen of Bay Equity Home Loans and Kevin Harris of Wells Fargo Home Mortgage to talk about Minnesota Down Payment Assistance Programs – shedding some light on a variety of opportunities for homebuyers.
First Time Homebuyers: Financing and Credit (What You Need to Know)
SPAAR’s Education & Events Director, Kristin Parker, sits down with two SPAAR Affiliate Members: Cindy Allen of Bay Equity Home Loans and Steven Tran of Fairway Mortgage to talk about First Time Homebuyers – what REALTORS® can do to educate and better help these consumers become a homeowner.
Couples In Real Estate: How Does It Work?
REALTOR®-REALTOR® couples who maintain a relationship while they grow a business: how do they navigate personal and professional commitments? Is work/life balance a myth? How do you decide who’s the “fun one” and who gets to deliver hard news to clients? In the first of a series of occasional episodes, we spoke with Dean Schlaak and Tom DeGree.
Better & Better - Real Estate Today: POV Of A New Agent
A recent article by the Minneapolis Star Tribune reported that during the pandemic more than 20,000 people took the MN Real Estate License Exam. We sat down with one of those agents, Charles Osugo, to hear his perspective and experience being a new REALTOR® in real estate today.
On Demand Education At SPAAR - With Kristin Parker
On average, SPAAR offers more than 300 CE hours of classes to its members each year, with approximately 5,000 of student/participants attending either in-person at SPAAR or virtually in our live Community Campus zoom classroom. Kristin Parker, SPAAR's Education and Event Director, joins the podcast to talk about SPAAR adding On Demand style CE.
Bridging Is Furnishing Homes With Hope
SPAAR sat down with Diana Dalsin and Mark Wilkening from Bridging to talk about their positive environmental impact, the impact of the pandemic on Bridging, and more!
Fair Housing Month Special With MN Housing
Kasey Kier, Assistant Commissioner at MN Housing, came on the show for a special Fair Housing Month episode! Kasey spoke with us about MN Housing's mission, their strategies for reducing housing disparities in Minnesota, current housing programs, and much more.
Greenway Expansion Plan
SPAAR sat down with Soren Jensen, Executive Director of the Midtown Greenway Coalition, to talk about the Greenways history, their plans to extend it into St. Paul, and what the expansion would mean for real estate.
NAR's Changes To The Code of Ethics
Jonathan Kopecky from Minnesota REALTORS® joined us on the podcast to talk about the recent changes to the Code of Ethics approved by NAR Board of Directors back in November of 2020.
The New Real Estate Fundamentals - An Interview with Danielle Pelton and Jennifer Livingston
In this episode of Better & Better, Joe McKinley interviewed 2020 Rising Star Award Winners and MetroYPN Chair and Vice-Chair Danielle Pelton and Jennifer Livingston to discuss their experience as REALTORS® and MetroYPN's new program Real Estate Fundamentals.
2020 Round-Up with President Patrick Ruble
In the very first episode of the Better & Better podcast, Joe McKinley sat down with SPAAR’s 2020 President Patrick Ruble to discuss the challenges the association faced this year, the impact of association involvement, and the future challenges facing the real estate industry.