HBREA REALIST WEEK
Upcoming HBREA Realtist Week Events
A curated networking mixer for Houston real estate professionals, lenders, developers, and community leaders. Connection with purpose.
Mind, Body & Spirit: Wellness Morning for Houston Real Estate Professional
Monday | April 13, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. CST
Modern Agent Institute
3300 Chimney Rock Road #Suite 100 B HTX 77056
The most successful professionals don't just build portfolios -- they build themselves.
Kick off Realtist Week 2026 the right way. Mind, Body & Spirit is an intentional morning designed for Houston real estate professionals who know that how you show up matters -- in the room, in the deal, and in the community.
Top Shelf Somatics HTX will lead a guided somatic movement session focused on recovery, stress regulation, and body awareness -- tools that directly serve the demands of a high-performance real estate career. This isn't yoga. This isn't a workout. Somatics is about reconnecting your body and mind so you move through your week -- and your work -- with more clarity, focus, and calm.
A light continental breakfast will be served. Come hungry, come ready to move, and leave centered.
WHAT TO EXPECT
• A 60-minute guided somatic movement class led by Top Shelf Somatics HTX
• Light continental breakfast served before and after class
• A featured spotlight on Modern Agent Institute -- Houston's Black-owned real estate school in the Galleria area
• A relaxed, community-focused environment to connect with fellow Realtists before the week kicks into full gear
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
• HBREA members and Realtists
• Licensed agents and brokers looking to sharpen focus and reduce burnout
• Real estate professionals curious about somatic movement and wellness
• Anyone starting Realtist
• Week and wanting to begin with intention
PRESENTED BY
Houston Black Real Estate Association (HBREA) | hbrea.org
SPONSORED BY
Modern Agent Institute | modernagt.com
Instruction by Top Shelf Somatics HTX | chatwitht.com
Membership & Collaboration Day: Momentum Monday
Monday | April 13, 2026
06:00 p.m. - 09:00 p.m. CST
Juliet Stakehouse
5857 Westheimer Rd Suite P, Houston, TX 77057
Join us at Juliet in Houston for an elevated networking mixer bringing together Realtists, lenders, developers, investors, public officials, and community leaders who are serious about advancing homeownership and economic empowerment.
This isn’t just another happy hour. It’s a curated room of professionals committed to collaboration over competition — the kind of space where referrals are shared, partnerships are formed, ideas are exchanged, and deals begin.
This mixer is your opportunity to:
• Strengthen relationships within the real estate community
• Meet industry leaders and rising professionals
• Explore partnerships that move business and mission forward
• Expand your network with intention and purpose
Come ready to connect, collaborate, and build momentum for a week focused on advocacy, access, and advancement in housing.
Houston, let’s make this the room everyone talks about.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
• Realtists and HBREA members
• Lenders, title reps, and mortgage professionals
• Developers, investors, and commercial real estate professionals
• Attorneys, appraisers, and adjacent real estate professionals
• Public officials and community leaders invested in housing equity
TICKET INFORMATION
• 50 complimentary tickets available -- register early
• 25 late registration tickets available at $5 each
Pancakes & Politics: A Housing Policy Roundtable
Tuesday | April 14, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. CST
Houston City Hall
901 Bagby Street Houston, TX 77002
As part of Realtist Week 2026’s Political Engagement Day , we’re bringing the conversation directly to the table—literally.
Pancakes & Politics: Civic Engagement Edition is a powerful, moderated roundtable designed to connect Houston’s real estate professionals with the policymakers shaping our housing landscape.
This is a room where your voice matters.
We’re inviting elected officials, housing advocates, and real estate professionals for a direct, solutions-focused conversation on what it will take to close the Black homeownership gap in Houston—and how we align political influence with real estate production to actually get it done.
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What to Expect:
This interactive roundtable will feature guest speakers from the HAR Governmental Affairs Committee, who will provide a briefing on:
• The Texas legislative session
• Primary election outcomes
• What it all means for housing locally in Houston
From there, we move into a facilitated discussion where attendees are encouraged to engage, ask questions, and contribute to the dialogue.
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Topics on the Table
• The current state of Black homeownership in Houston
• Affordable housing supply and development challenges
• Zoning and policy barriers impacting growth
• Down payment assistance programs and access to capital
• The role of elected officials in expanding housing opportunities
• What the real estate community needs from city and county leadership
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Who Should Attend
• Realtors, brokers, and agents engaged in housing advocacy
• Community leaders and nonprofit housing partners
• Developers, lenders, and investors
• Anyone who believes real estate professionals should have a seat at the policy table
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Why This Matters
If we want to move the needle on homeownership, we can’t operate in silos.
This conversation is about alignment—bringing together those who influence policy and those who execute on the ground to create real, measurable change in our communities.
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Ticket Information
• 🎟️ First 35 tickets: Free
• 🎟️ Next 25 tickets: $5
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Come ready to connect, contribute, and be part of the conversation shaping the future of housing in Houston.
Because policy doesn’t just impact our business—it defines what’s possible for our communities.
Fair Housing & Education Summit: Shiba Report | Realtist Week 2026
Thursday | April 16th, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. CST
Houston Association of Realtors
3693 Southwest Freeway Houston, TX 77027
Know the law. Know your rights. Know your power. Join our Fair Housing summit featuring SHIBA Report and real talks on housing discrimination.
Fair Housing isn't just a law. It's the foundation of everything we fight for Join HBREA for a powerful education summit anchored by the SHIBA (State of Housing in Black America) Report — NAREB's landmark data on the housing barriers facing Black Americans.
This year, we are honored to feature Courtney Johnson Rose, a national leader and advocate in real estate and fair housing, who will bring insight, perspective, and actionable strategies to this critical conversation.
This event brings together housing professionals, fair housing advocates, legal experts, and community members for a deep dive into what fair housing means in practice, what violations look like, and what we can do about it.
April is Fair Housing Month. This is how we observe it — with education, action, and accountability.
Topics Covered
• Key findings from the SHIBA (State of Housing in Black America) Report
• Fair Housing Act — history, protections, and current enforcement landscape
• Recognizing and reporting housing discrimination
• How real estate professionals can champion fair housing in their practice
• Resources for consumers facing housing discrimination
Who Should Attend
• Realtists, agents, and brokers committed to ethical practice
• Housing advocates, nonprofit partners, and legal professionals
• Community members who want to understand their Fair Housing rights
Tickets
40 Free Tickets (early registration)
25 Late Registration Tickets – $25
Presented By
Houston Black Real Estate Association (HBREA) | Realtist Week 2026 | In partnership with NAREB
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Ticket Information
• 🎟️ First 35 tickets: Free
• 🎟️ Next 25 tickets: $5
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Come ready to connect, contribute, and be part of the conversation shaping the future of housing in Houston.
M.I.R.E. & W.I.R.E.: Wealth-Building Experiences | Realtist Week 2026
Friday | April 17th, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. CST
Avenue Community Development Corporation
3517 Irvington Boulevard Houston, TX 77009
Men and women investing in real estate together and separately—dual-track wealth-building for Houston’s next generation of investors.
M.I.R.E. (Men Investing in Real Estate) and W.I.R.E. (Women Investing in Real Estate) come together for a powerful dual-track experience designed specifically for real estate professionals who are ready to go beyond transactions—and step into ownership, investment, and legacy-building.
Hosted during Realtist Week 2026, this experience brings together agents, investors, and industry leaders for an evening of fireside chats and interactive workshops focused on how to build wealth through real estate—and how to guide clients to do the same.
This is not just about learning how to sell real estate.
This is about learning how to own it, leverage it, and teach others to do the same.
M.I.R.E. and W.I.R.E. will run as parallel experiences, creating intentional space for both men and women to engage in conversations, strategies, and community-building that meet them where they are—while also coming together for shared insights and collective growth.
WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE
• Fireside chats with real estate professionals actively building wealth through investing
• Workshops focused on how agents can transition from transactional income to ownership
• Practical strategies for helping clients become investors—not just homeowners
• Real conversations around access, capital, and scaling in today’s market
• A community of professionals committed to building wealth and legacy together
TOPICS COVERED
• How real estate professionals should be investing in today’s market
• Turning your commission into capital and long-term assets
• Helping your clients transition from buyers to investors
• Investment strategies: single-family, multifamily, and creative approaches
• Building a portfolio while maintaining your active business
• Partnerships, syndication, and community-based investing
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
• Real estate agents ready to build their own investment portfolio
• Brokers and team leaders looking to expand into wealth-building strategies
• Investors and aspiring developers seeking community and strategy
• Professionals who want to better serve clients through investment education
• Anyone serious about building wealth and legacy through real estate
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Ticket Information
• 🎟️ First 35 tickets: Free
• 🎟️ Next 25 tickets: $5
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Come ready to connect, contribute, and be part of the conversation shaping the future of housing in Houston.
Building Black Wealth DAy: Community Impact Day
Saturday | April 18, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. CST
New Life Tabernacle Church of God in Christ
3021 DeSoto Street, Houston, TX 77091
If buying a home is on your mind, this is where clarity begins. No pressure, just a plan. Join our FREE April 18 Community Impact Day!
BUILDING BLACK WEALTH COMMUNITY IMPACT DAY
Presented by the National Association of Real Estate Brokers & Houston Black Real Estate Association
If buying a home is even on your mind this year—this is where clarity begins.
No pressure. No obligation. Just a plan.
📍 New Life Tabernacle Church of God in Christ | 3021 De Soto Street, Houston, TX 77091
🕘 Doors Open at 9:15 AM
🎟️ FREE Event | Limited Seating Available
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🔑 WHO THIS IS FOR
First-time homebuyers
Renters ready to own
Credit-challenged but motivated
Families building generational wealth
Future real estate investors
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💡 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
How to buy your first home (even if you think you’re not ready)
Down payment & closing cost assistance programs
Credit strategies to get mortgage-ready
Seller strategies in today’s market
Options for inherited property (“Big Mama’s House”)
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🎤 FEATURED SESSIONS
Pastors & Civic Leaders Roundtable: Building Stronger Communities
“Everything Home Buying” Workshop
Mortgage Ready: Build & Leverage Your Credit
Where Is the Money? (Grants & Assistance Programs)
Real Estate Career Opportunities Panel
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🤝 WHAT YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH
A clear homebuying roadmap
Real answers from real professionals
Access to lenders, realtors, and housing counselors
FREE 1-on-1 consultations (including a real estate attorney)
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🎁 BONUS
Door prizes
On-site program representatives
Networking opportunities
Bring a friend!
🚨 Spots are limited and expected to fill quickly.
Secure your seat today.
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