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INDUSTRY VOICES

Live Education for Homeowners & Real Estate Professionals —
All Weekend

March 28–29, 2026 • Oakland Expo Center

Michigan’s Largest Real Estate Show brings together industry professionals, service providers, and experts from across real estate and home improvement. As part of the event, our Speaker Series features presentations designed to give homeowners, buyers, sellers, and investors helpful insights into today’s housing market.
 

Real estate professionals interested in earning credit hours can also explore our Continuing Education courses offered during the event.

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A lineup of respected professionals sharing insights on real estate, financing, home improvement, investing, and the future of housing. Seating is limited. We encourage guests to arrive early to secure a seat, with additional standing room available behind the seating area.

Industry Voices: Speaker Series

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John H. Brennan

Author | Speaker | Facilitator 

JLB Productions, Inc.

"The E.I. Connection” The Key to Elevating the Experience

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Brenda Ratliff

Licensed Mortgage Broker and Branch Manager

Brick Financial Group

Realtor Education for the Public & Continuing Education Course

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Dr. Clara Gruber

Owner | Staging Consultant

Set The Stage Southeast MI

The Psychology of the Spaces we live in: Neuroscience meets interior design.

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Adam Rought

Founder & CEO

Green Shield Deck Builders

Decks That Pay You Back: How Outdoor Living Adds Real Value to Your Home

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Mike Latimer

President of Design & Development

TK Design

Creating the Next Standout Exterior Million-Dollar Design

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Pamela Rose

President & Founder

Pamela Rose Auction Company

Real Estate Auctions 101: How to Sell Smart and Profit

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Heidi Gates

Founder & Mortgage Strategist

Mortgage Like A Mother

It's Time to Mortgage Like a Mother: You Don't Know What You Don't Know — But You Need to Know!

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Matt Adler

Mortgage Loan Officer

Lake Michigan Credit Union

Financing Vacant Land: What Buyers and Investors Need to Know

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Chuck Connolly

President

Clearview Homes

From Land to Keys: How to Find Property, Secure Financing, and Build Your New Home

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Toussaint Carpenter

President & Owner

CMIT Solutions of Northwest Metro Detroit

Cybersecurity Workshops for Real Estate Professionals

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Don Torchia

Owner & Lead Home Inspector

Basement to Roof Home Inspections

The Top 10 Issues Home Inspectors Find — and What They Mean for Buyers and Sellers

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Jeff Land

Financial Consultant

Belle Isle Wealth Management

Three Financial Questions Every Homeowner Should Ask Before Buying, Selling, or Moving

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Bill Burkhardt Jr.

VP of Marketing & Owner

Four Seasons Kanga Roof

Metal Roofing 101: Raising the Property Value  

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Andre Morton

Founder, YAFI (You Asked For It)

AI Productivity & Business Growth Advisor

Technology Spotlight: Emerging Tools in Real Estate

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Jim Guntzviller

Inspector Manager

Trademark Inspection Services

Squatters & Property Owner Rights 

Saturday's Speaker Schedule
March 28 | 11:00 AM - 6:35 PM

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Dr. Clara Gruber (Set the Stage) 
11:00 AM - 11:20 AM

The Psychology of the Spaces we live in: Neuroscience meets interior design

Mike Latimer (TK Design)
12:00 PM - 12:20 PM

Creating the Next Standout Exterior Million-Dollar Design

Adam Rought (Green Sheild Deck Builders) 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Deck Improvements and the Value Added to Your Home

Matt Adler (Lake Michigan Credit Union)
2:40 PM - 3:00 PM

Financing Vacant Land: What Buyers and Investors Need to Know

Chuck Conolly (Clearview Homes)
3:10 PM - 3:30 PM

Buying Property & Preparing for Financing

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Jeff Land (Belle Isle Wealth Management) 3:40 PM - 4:10 PM

Three Financial Questions Every Homeowner Should Ask Before Buying, Selling, or Moving

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Don Torchia (Basement to Roof Home Inspection) 
4:20 PM - 4:40 PM

The Top 10 Issues Home Inspectors Find — and What They Mean for Buyers and Homeowners

Bill Burkhardt (Four Seasons Kanga Roof) 
4
:50 PM - 5:10 PM

Metal Roofing 101: Raising the Property Value  

Jim Guntzviller (Trademark Inspection Services) 
5:20 PM - 5:40 PM

Protecting Your Property: Squatters, Occupancy Laws, and Homeowner Rights

Brenda Ratliff (Mortgage Broker /Real Estate Broker, Brick Financial)
5:50 PM - 6:20 PM

Real Estate Education for the Public

John H Brennan (Speaker, JLB Productions, Inc.)
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

The E.I. Connection: Emotional Intelligence & Elevating the Client Experience

Sunday's Speaker Schedule
March 29 | 12:00 PM - 3:35 PM

Pamela Rose (Pamela Rose Auction Company) 
12:00 PM - 12:20 PM

How to Make Money with Auctions

Andre Morton (You Asked For It!)
12:30 PM - 12:50 PM

Technology Spotlight: Emerging Tools in Real Estate

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Heidi Gates (Mortgage Like A Mother)
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM

It's Time to Mortgage Like a Mother: You Don't Know What You Don't Know — But You Need to Know!

Toussaint Carpenter (CMIT Solutions of Northwest of Metro Detroit)
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM

Why Real Estate Is a Prime Target for Cybercrime: What Michigan brokerages can do to protect deals and data.

Jeff Land (Belle Isle Wealth Management) 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Three Financial Questions Every Homeowner Should Ask Before Buying, Selling, or Moving

Oakland Expo Center

Conveniently located with direct access from Telegraph Road and just minutes from major highways, our state-of-the-art facility offers a seamless blend of accessibility, versatility, and modern amenities to accommodate events of all sizes.

Location

2212 Mall Dr E, Waterford Township, MI 48328

Michigan's Largest Real Estate Show

Saturday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sunday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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