Black Sheep Convention 2025 by StepStone Realty

Hands-On REI Training

26-27 September, 2025 - Houston, Texas

Now Available Virtual!

Overview

About the Black Sheep Convention

No Fluff. No Sales. No Long Boring Lectures.

HANDS-ON TRAINING from EXPERTS in Texas who are having success RIGHT NOW!

5 class periods. 2 focused classes at a time. Intimate setting for maximum learning. No matter where you are in your career, this is THE Convention you NEED to have success this year and beyond!

NEW: Can't make it to Houston? Join select sessions virtually and earn 10 hours of CE credit!

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The Convention You need RIGHT NOW

  • Location

    Houston, Texas + Virtual
  • Tickets

    In-Person & Virtual Available
  • Speakers

    Professional Speakers

Event Schedule

Registration
  • 12PM - 1PM
Opening Speech
Angie Rhea
Angie Rhea
Designated Broker, StepStone Realty, LLC
  • 1PM - 1:30PM
Kill the Noise: How to Stop Overthinking & Start Executing ZOOM CE
Let's be real—most investors aren't losing because of bad deals... they're losing because of what's going on in their head. They're busy, not productive. They're stuck in "almost ready" mode. They're addicted to doing more instead of doing what matters. In this raw, no-BS session, Jon Barbera breaks down: Why being busy is killing your bank account—and how to fix it fast. The truth about what's actually holding you back. The silent limiting beliefs that are costing you deals—and how to shut them up. How to rewire your focus, execute under pressure, and dominate your market.
Jon Barbera
Jon Barbera
CEO, Pryme Homes
  • 1:30PM - 3:30PM
The Multifamily Playbook: From Purchase to Profit CE
The Multifamily Playbook: From Purchase to Profit is an in-depth, two-hour class designed for aspiring and current real estate investors who want to master the multifamily investment process. From identifying lucrative properties to maximizing returns, this class will guide you through every step of the journey. Learn how to analyze potential deals, manage your property effectively, add value through strategic improvements, and capitalize on the sale or refinancing of your investment.
Peter Fain
Peter Fain
Multi-family Investor since 2014
  • 1:30PM - 3:30PM
Break
Fuel Your Business: Basics of Modern Marketing ZOOM CE
A comprehensive overview of marketing vehicles to create a comprehensive yet personalized marketing campaign. Learn how top producers are generating leads and closing deals in today's market.
Jeremy Fain
Jeremy Fain
Top Producing Real Estate Agent
  • 4PM - 6PM
The Novations Playbook and the JV Alternative CE
What we will discuss: What are novations. When to use novations. How to negotiate and structure novations. How to contract for novations. How to close novations (reviewing the HUD). Alternatives to a novation (JV/equity partnering).
Alan Ceshker
Alan Ceshker
Attorney/Owner - Ceshker Group: Law and Title Professionals
  • 4PM - 6PM
Break
Dinner with Speech - Let the Good Times Roll!
Daniel Francis
Daniel Francis
CEO, StepStone Realty, LLC
  • 6:30PM - 7:30PM
Happy Hour
Registration
  • 8:30AM - 9:00AM
Cold Calling: How to Find Distressed Property Leads without Breaking the Bank
Want to get into real estate wholesaling but don't have thousands to spend on marketing? Cold calling might just be your fastest, most affordable way to find deals — and you don't need experience to start. In this hands-on class, Christopher Gibbins will walk you step-by-step through the basics of using cold calls to find motivated sellers and distressed properties.
Chris Gibbins
Chris Gibbins
Virtual Wholesaling Expert
  • 9AM - 11AM
Storm Shelter: Do Short Sales, Save Lives ZOOM CE
A wave of short sales is hitting our economy, and the trend is growing. Don't be afraid of short sales! Investors and agents can make money and help homeowners who thought there was no hope for them.
Michael Lund
Michael Lund
Investor/Agent and Short Sale Expert
  • 9AM - 11AM
Lunch Provided
  • 11AM - 12:30PM
Work Smarter: Step Into the Future with AI & Automation ZOOM CE
If you're ready to finally make sense of AI and automation in real estate—this is your launchpad. We'll start with the foundation: the free and low-cost AI tools that are helping real estate professionals market smarter, save hours, and actually enjoy their business again. Learn how to eliminate MWAs—those Minimum Wage Activities that eat up your day—and replace them with powerful, hands-free workflows.
Anita Ortiz Lubke
Anita Ortiz Lubke
Real Estate Agent and AI Expert
  • 12:00PM - 2:00PM
Rentals: Hard Money to Cash Flow! CE
This class is designed to walk you through the process of buying distressed properties with hard money loans, renovating the property, refinancing, and turning the properties into profitable rentals. Included are detailed steps to help you take action as well as tips to avoid costly mistakes.
Jake & Rebecca Striebeck
Jake & Rebecca Striebeck
Seasoned Investor/Agents
  • 12:00PM - 2:00PM
Break
Fannie Who? Finding Funding for Your Deals without Fannie and Freddie ZOOM CE
The PROPERTY is only half of the DEAL. Now to find the FUNDING! This class will cover many different funding sources for real estate outside Freddie and Fannie guidelines. Learn to employ private loans, seller financing, DSCR loans, and more. We'll cover the good, the bad and the ugly of each loan type.
Will Pritchett
Will Pritchett
Passive Income King
Veronica Pritchett
Veronica Pritchett
Passive Income Queen
  • 2:30PM - 4:30PM
Death in Real Estate
When a property owner passes away, it can create both challenges and opportunities. This class will show you how real estate moves through death — who really has the power to sell, how title clears, and what roadblocks can stall a deal. Gain the insider knowledge that turns tricky situations into profitable deals.
Caroline Ortego
Caroline Ortego
Investor and Attorney
  • 2:30PM - 4:30PM
Happy Hour & Networking

Our Speakers

Alan Ceshker

Attorney/Owner - Ceshker Group

Angie Rhea

Designated Broker, StepStone Realty

Anita Ortiz Lubke

Real Estate Agent and AI Expert

Caroline Ortego

Investor and Attorney

Chris Gibbins

Virtual Wholesaling Expert

Dan Francis

CEO, StepStone Realty

Jeremy Fain

Top Producing Real Estate Agent

Jon Barbera

CEO, Pryme Homes

Michael Lund

Short Sale Expert

Peter Fain

Multi-family Investor

Jake & Rebecca Striebeck

Seasoned Investor/Agents

Veronica Pritchett

Passive Income Queen

Will Pritchett

Passive Income King

Expert Speakers

Professional speakers who are having success in this market TODAY. Not here to sell, but to TRAIN you on what works!

10 Focused Sessions

5 class periods. 2 focused classes at a time. Intimate setting for maximum learning. Choose your path!

In-Person or Virtual

Join us in Houston for the full experience, or attend virtually from anywhere. Get CE credits either way!

Tickets

$399
All Access In-Person

Full convention experience with all sessions, meals, and networking. No sales pitches, just real training!

  • All 10 Sessions
  • Meals & Happy Hour
  • Face-to-Face Networking
  • Hands-On Training
Register In-Person
$99
Virtual Attendance

Join 5 select sessions via Zoom and earn 10 hours of CE credit from anywhere!

  • 5 Live Zoom Sessions
  • 10 Hours CE Credit
  • Interactive Q&A
  • Session Recordings
Register Virtual

Event Facilities

Hilton Houston Westchase Hotel

Hotel

World class hotel in Houston makes for the ideal location! Houston Hilton Westchase with special room rates for attendees.

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Hilton Houston Westchase Bar

Happy Hour

Huge full bar at the hotel is a perfect setting for Happy Hour Networking Friday and Saturday Evening. This is where DEALS get DONE!

Facilities

Intimate classroom settings will get you focused and ready to learn new skills. We are here to make YOU a better investor!

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