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MNR Makes Advocacy Impact at D.C. at REALTORS® Legislative Meetings Nearly 100 Minnesota R ealtors ® (MNR) traveled to Washington, D.C. this June for the National Association of REALTORS®' biggest advocacy event of the year. The Minnesota delegation was ...

2026 Forms Changes Summary In 2026, the Minnesota Realtors® (MNR) Forms Committee convened for five meetings focused on refining MNR's existing forms and creating several new ones. The Forms Committee met with several objectives , including improving the clarity of existing ...

How to Sell Your Home Without a Realtor ® (Spoiler: Do n't) We live in the golden age of the "Do It Yourself" movement. With a few quick search queries and a couple of YouTube tutorials, you can learn how to re - tile a bathroom, fix a leaky garbage disposal, or ...

The Ultimate Bucket List: Top Things to Do in Stillwater, MN Imagine walking down a historic brick sidewalk, the scent of fresh waffle cones in the air, while paddlewheel boats cruise by on the s parkling St. Croix R iver flanked by massive bluffs. It sounds like a scene ...

Spring Market Late But Strong as Sales and Inventory Climb Key Updates: Both buyer and s eller activity rose in May , according to new data from the Minnesota state and Twin Cities metro REALTOR ® Associations . New ...

Your Guide: Things to Do in Alexandria MN Whether you’re cruising I-94 or looking for a permanent change of scenery, there’s a magnetic pull toward Alexandria, Minnesota. Known affectionately as "Alex" by the locals, this isn’t just a town you pass through— it’s ...

Meet Andrea Estrada: MNR Governmental Affairs Intern for the 2026 Legislative Session Minnesota Realtors ® (MNR) Governmental Affairs (GA) team is your voice at the Capitol, advocating for bills that promote homeownership, strengthen the real estate industry ...

Housing Market Gains Momentum: More Homes, More Deals, Softer Metro Prices Key Updates: Both buyer and s eller activity rose in April , according to new data from the Minnesota state and Twin Cities metro REALTOR ® Associations . ...

Your Number One Guide on Things to Do in Rochester MN Whether you’re a traveling professional visiting the world-renowned Mayo Clinic or a house hunter looking for the perfect blend of Midwestern charm and modern amenities, Rochester, Minnesota, has a way of surprising you. ...

On Tuesday, April 21, a select group of Minnesota Realtor® member s gathered i n the historic L'Etoile du Nord Vault Room at the Minnesota State Capito l, for an inspiring and insightful afternoon program —the association’s annual Realtor® Day at the Capitol (RDAC) ...

Autism Awareness Month: Your Practical Guide for Working with Neurodivergent Clients ft. Anna Elder Real estate is often described as a " people business," but to truly serve all people, we have to recognize that not every brain processes the world in the same way. ...

Listings and Prices Up in March—Sales Still Catching Up Key Updates: S eller activity rose while buyer activity slowed across the state in March , according to new data from the Minnesota state and Twin Cities metro REALTOR ® ...

NAR's "More Than Opening Doors" Consumer Campaign Comes to the Twin Cities Big news for Minnesota Realtors® and the consumers we serve: Minneapolis and its greater metro area has been selected as one of only three cities in the country to launch ...

What Realtors® Need to Know About the Minnesota Safe at Home Program Realtor s ® are more than just a facilitator of transactions; they are a guide through one of the most significant transitions in a person's life. Wh ile school districts and number of bathrooms might ...

What’s Blooming in this Year’s Spring Housing Market? Minnesota Realtors ® Director of Research, David Arbit, sat down to share his top 5 predictions for the Spring Housing Market with us . Get the inside scoop (or shovel) on what seeds have been planted and what it could mean ...

Court Vacates FinCEN Reporting Rule — MNR Disclosure No Longer Needed On  March 19, 2026 , the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued a ruling vacating FinCEN’s 2024 Final Rule governing mandator y reporting for non-financed residential real ...

New and active listings rise while prices dip Key Updates: S eller activity rose while buyer activity slowed across the state and metro in February , according to new data from the Minnesota state and Twin Cities metro REALTOR ...

Your N umber One Guide on Things to Do in Duluth MN As you look out onto Lake Superior a t the start of the North Shore Scenic Drive , it’s a moment that takes your breath away—no matter how many times you’ve seen it. This 154-mile scenic byway ...

The Female Trailblazers of Minnesota Real Estate If you walk into a real estate office in the state of Minnesota today, you’ll likely see a room full of diverse, high-achieving professionals. In fact, women now make up nearly 6 2 % of all R ealtors ® across the country ...

Important Update: New FinCEN Reporting Rule & MNR Disclosure Form Beginning March 1, 2026, a major federal change will affect certain residential real estate transactions across the country. The U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network — or FinCEN — is implementing the new Residential ...