The MN Realtors® Political Action Committee (MN-RPAC) is a bi-partisan Political Action Committee (PAC) that supports state and local candidates who advocate for homeowners and the real estate industry. It achieves this through campaign contributions and independent expenditures at election time. Any issue that impacts your bottom line is an MN-RPAC issue.
MN-RPAC’s support of pro-real-estate candidates compliments Minnesota Realtors®' (MNR) advocacy work. When more RPAC-supported candidates are elected, MNR and its Government Affairs team have more allies as they lobby for issues important to our industry.
This past year brought many challenges, and thanks to MNR’s advocacy efforts the services provided by Realtors® were deemed essential by Governor Walz. This allowed real estate professionals across Minnesota to continue working safely on behalf of their buyers and sellers. At the federal level, Realtors® were also included in COVID-19 relief programs such as the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and were made eligible for pandemic unemployment insurance. At the state level, MNR, along with other business groups, advocated for federal tax conformity for forgiven PPP loans and was successful.
MN-RPAC relies on financial support from individual MNR members. Their contributions protect Realtors® and their clients from policies that would harm the real estate industry. MNR can better influence policy and legislation to expand and safeguard homeownership, and strengthen this cornerstone of Minnesota’s economy when more candidates are elected with MN-RPAC support and share those priorities.
MN-RPAC’s greatest advocates are Realtors® from across the state. Below, many share their thoughts on why it is so important to invest in MN-RPAC. Learn more about RPAC and make your own contribution by visiting: mnrealtor.com/rpac.
Why Realtors® Invest in RPAC
RPAC holds up the sky for everyone working in the real estate industry. We are the largest trade organization in the nation with the only PAC that advocates for consumers, as well as industry protections. If we all do our part by investing in RPAC and responding to calls to action, each person in our industry will do better, homeownership will be more accessible, and our economy will soar.
— Kath Hammerseng, ABR, GRI
Sohus Real Estate Group, Plymouth
I am a major investor because real estate is my business, property rights are an important part of that business. RPAC helps protect them, so it is in my best interest to majorly invest. It gives me a voice and a choice to better our industry.
— Michelle Lyons, C2EX
Port Cities Realty, Duluth
I invest in RPAC because Real Estate is my livelihood, and I want to be a part of protecting it.
— Mike Hunstad, C2EX, AHWD, CRS, ePRO, MRP
Counselor Realty, Coon Rapids
An investment in RPAC is an investment in our business. It makes a difference for our clients and our members. We support issues that make the industry better for us all.
— Fran Davis
Coldwell Banker, Minneapolis
I invest in RPAC because it protects housing, homeowners, private property rights and because the housing industry impacts over 60% of the economy.
— Patty Zuzek, CRS, SFR, SRES
Fieldstone Real Estate Specialists, Burnsville
The connections made through RPAC—both professionally and personally—have created a well-respected culture of protection for all things real estate related.
— Mary Lindgren, ABR, CRS, ePRO, GRI
RE/MAX Results, Austin
I invest in RPAC to support homeownership and private property rights, which are foundational elements of strong communities and our nation as a whole.
— Pat Paulson, AHWD, SFR
EXIT Realty Metro, Minneapolis
I voluntary contribute to RPAC because it helps protect my clients and it’s the best investment in protecting my livelihood and business as a Realtor®.
— Man Huynh, AHWD
Edina Realty, St. Paul
RPAC is an investment in my business. It ensures that we have a seat at the table when decisions are made for property rights, legislation and rulemaking that will affect both my business and my clients’ interests.
— Bob Clark, C2EX, ePRO
Lynsky & Clark, Stillwater
An investment in RPAC keeps our business ventures viable. Think of it like insurance for your livelihood and property rights.
— LeRoy Bendickson, C2EX, ABR, AHWD, CRS, GRI, PSA
Edina Realty, Edina
Disclaimer
Paid for by the Minnesota Realtors® Political Action Committee. Contributions are not deductible for income tax purposes. Corporate contributions of any kind are prohibited. Contributions to RPAC are voluntary and are used to benefit political candidates on a state and federal level who support REALTOR® objectives. You may contribute more or less than the suggested amount. You may refuse to contribute without reprisal, and the National Association of REALTORS® or any of its state or local associations will not favor or disfavor any member because of the amount contributed. One hundred percent (100%) of contributions under $1,000 go to MN-RPAC for use in state and local elections. Contributions totaling $1,000 or more result in a 70% allocation to MN-RPAC to support state and local political candidates and a 30% allocation (up to the federal contribution limit) to NAR-RPAC to support federal candidates and is charged against your limits under 52 U.S.C. § 30116. Any amount exceeding federal contribution limits under 52 U.S.C. § 30116 will be allocated to MN-RPAC. Federal law prohibits NAR-RPAC from soliciting donations from other than: (i) executive and administrative personnel of the National Association of REALTORS® or affiliated state or local associations, (ii) members of the National Association of REALTORS® or any affiliated state or local associations, (iii) individual members of a member nonstock corporation (with proper prior approval), and (iv) families of all three groups. Any contribution received from any other person will be returned to the donor. For further information concerning RPAC contributions, please contact Chris Galler, RPAC Treasurer at cgaller@mnrealtor.com.