FORUM: Real Estate Investments: Five Star Conference

The Real Estate Investment Forum (REIF) is where the industry's leading minds across SFR, REO, and BTR converge at this year's Five Star Conference. This premier gathering connects investors, operators, lenders, service providers, and strategic partners for unique insights and high-level networking. From sourcing inventory and scaling portfolios to innovative financing and untapped revenue streams, REIF dives deep into the opportunities and challenges shaping today’s real estate landscape. Learn directly from seasoned panelists as they share decades of experience in navigating market shifts and building resilient, profitable portfolios.

8:35 AM - 9:20 AM

REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT FORUM:
First Things First: Fireside Chat + What Every Investor Need to Know Now
Kicking off REIF with a powerful fireside chat between Ed Fay and event host, Bryan Lysikowski, unlocking fresh insight into the investment landscape, capital trends, and aset class shifts. From CRE volatility to SFR strength, this session will help you think bigger and act faster. Start with the intel that drives smarter decisions.

Bryan Lysikowski, CEO | ZVN Properties
Ed Fay, CEO | The Fay Group

9:25 AM - 10:15 AM

REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT FORUM:
Seizing the Shift: 5 Proven Tactics to Source, Acquire & Scale SFR Portfolios
What should you be buying right now, and how? This session unpacks the sourcing strategies, inventory types, and capital considerations behind today’s top-performing portfolios. Whether you're chasing REO, Turnkey, or BTR - this panel helps you pick your play.

Barry Owens, Chief Strategy Officer | Black Dome Services

10:25 AM - 11:15 AM

REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT FORUM:
Creative Capital: Lending Strategies That Unlock More Deals
Whether you're growing or pivoting, capital makes it happen. This panel breaks down nontraditional solutions to fund your next deal - even in today's uncertain rate environment. Think beyond the bank to unlock the deal.

Tim Herriage, CEO | Ternus
Caroline Gim, REO Broker | Expert Real Estate & Investment
Mark Burch, BDM | Temple View Capital
Robert Jayne, Head of Originations, Construction Lending | Kiavi
Samer Kuraishi, President and Founder | The ONE Street Company and ONE Street Commercial Properties

1:15 PM - 2:05 PM

REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT FORUM:
Scaling from 10-100 Doors: Tech, Teams, and Tough Lessons
From solo landlords to full-stack operators, this panel dives into what it really takes to scale. Hear how others overcame growth hurdles, chose tech wisely, and built teams that deliver. Grow smarter. Grow faster.

Sebastian Stofenmacher, Broker - Partner | Edgestone
Brandon O'Briant, Executive Vice President | AssetVal
ROCHELLE JONES, Broker Owner | Aplomb Real Estate
Norris Bishop, Broker | Norris Bishop Realty
Trish Beeman, Regional Vice President - Atlanta | Fay Servicing/Genstone Realty
John Watt, VP, REI Program Manager | Unitas Financial Services

2:20 PM - 3:05 PM

REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT FORUM:
Unlocking Hidden Profits: Revenue Plays You're Probably Missing
Every door should be making you more. This session breaks down untapped monetization opportunities for operators ready to think beyond rent checks. Profit is in the margins, if you know where to look.

3:10 PM - 4:00 PM

REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT FORUM:
5 Essential Strategies for SFR & BTR Success: Source, Rehab, Manage, Exit
From the first bid to final exit, this panel walks through the exact steps top SFR and BTR operators use to grow. Whether you’re acquiring REO, optimizing a rehab, or building a platform, these 5 strategies will sharpen your edge. Master the full SFR playbook.

Zach Bassett, COO | Property Masters Inc
Ren Richards, Senior Director of Strategy | Seek Now
Eric Delgado, Director | MCM Capital
Tauheed Siddiqui, CEO | TAAS Investments LLC

4:05 PM - 4:55 PM

REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT FORUM:
Your 5-Star Edge: Mastermind Breakouts + Expert Host Introduction
Before we break into peer-led mastermind tables, meet the expert facilitators who guided today’s sessions. Then roll up your sleeves for interactive small groups designed to turn insight into action. Leave with solutions, not just notes.