Real Estate CE Instructors

Heidi Hayes, some may know her as Heidi Crenshaw, is a seasoned real estate professional with over 25 years of experience. She has served others in various capacities such as a Sr. Loan Officer, Realtor, Business Development Manager for title, Digital Marketing Specialist, CE Instructor, Brokerage Management, Transaction Coordinator and a Real Estate Coach.  Her exceptional skills have earned her numerous marketing and sales awards with the most recent awarded from the Women's Council of Realtors Texas, Entrepreneur of the Year for 2022.

She is an expert in developing interactive educational programs that are both fun and effective. With a reputation as a sought-after instructor, Hayes is known for her engaging teaching style that makes her classes both practical and impactful. Her high energy and welcoming personality help to create a comfortable learning environment for all participants. Her success is evidenced by her consistently high evaluations, glowing testimonials, repeat business and referrals from satisfied clients. She is dedicated to delivering quality educational experiences that inspire and motivate her students to crush their goals. 

Heidi has served in various board positions for the Women's Council of Realtors Bay Area and Texas. Her true passion lies in equipping real estate professionals with knowledge, tools, and coaching that encourages them to be brave, bold, and uniquely themselves. 

Heidi has been an instructor for real estate professionals' continuing education courses through her company, the Real Estate CE Academy, LLC, since 2010. She is also a Brian Buffini Mentor and runs a successful transaction coordination company called TransAct Management Solutions, LLC. She partners with Realtors to leverage their time and gives them the necessary tools and education to achieve their goals.

Heidi is a firm believer in utilizing all real estate technology available to help buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals connect the dots. She creates systems that benefit her clients in the ever-changing market and is not afraid to deal with tough issues with determination, honesty, and style.  Her heartfelt desire is to be a catalyst to positive change in everything and everyone she encounters.  

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Cindy Marx is a mother of 4 and grandmother of 2. Presently residing in Clear Lake, she has returned home from several years in South Florida. A former League City resident for almost 40 years. She raised her children in Clear Creek schools and dedicated many volunteer hours with all their respective activities. Additionally, she spent time volunteering in local and area civic functions.  Born in Washington, D.C., her father was in the service, so they lived many places on the East Coast and Gulf Coast before settling in League City.  

With hundreds of hours in dedicated real estate education, Cindy grew her career to over an 80% repeat/referral database. When her first broker told her she had returning clients like none he had seen for a new agent, she knew then it would be the key element in her business. Many accolades for production and achievement awards were garnered through the years. Receiving the Star Award with Re/Max, given to top agent not only for financial success but also who gave back significantly, was quite humbling. She did so by complimentarily assisting hurricane victims, community involvement and training new agents.   

Her career has touched many facets of real estate. Apartment leasing grew her database as she moved to residential sales and leasing. Assisting clients with credit repair on their path to home ownership began with her established lease clients. Having a very diverse database, from the drive thru clerk to the self made gentleman on the Forbes list, offered many opportunities for growth. Through multi-million dollar commercial deals to very complex residential transactions she acquired a wealth of global investors. Subsequently, she opened her property management and real estate offices overseeing roughly 100 new builds through completion, lease and continued management from Conroe to Texas City. With the use of traditional lenders, credit unions, hard money and private investors Cindy helped secure her clients needs for homes, investment projects and Business Brokering.   

Real Estate is an opportunity to help people change their world. Helping people achieve their goals both in real estate and in life has always been her passion. Relationships are the entire core of our industry. Learning the critical fact that your colleagues are not your competition, but rather they are your pathway to success helped in reaching for all parties that win-win scenario.  

She is very excited about her next step in this industry to teach Continuing Education classes. With the diversity of knowledge Cindy has obtained, she will be teaching a variety of CE classes. Sharing her knowledge and experience with agents, thereby helping them grow their careers and change lives is an incredible opportunity.  Collaborating with Real Estate CE Academy and the amazing Heidi Hayes offers tremendous growth which she is very eager to gain.

Becky is a licensed Realtor and Team Leader for Enlightened Realty Group, she is dedicated to helping clients find their dream homes in League City and surrounding areas. With 7+ years of experience in the Real Estate industry, she has developed a deep understanding of the market and a passion for educating others. In addition to her Real Estate career, I is a business coach focused on empowering aspiring entrepreneurs. Through personalized coaching sessions, she helps individuals unlock their potential, develop strategic plans, and achieve their business goals. Her approach is centered on fostering growth, confidence, and success. As a Certified CE Instructor, she is passionate about sharing her knowledge and experience with fellow Real Estate professionals. Her goal is to provide valuable insights, practical strategies, and up-to-date industry trends to help them excel in their careers.  She strives to create an engaging and supportive learning environment that promotes professional development and growth. When she is not helping her clients buy or sell homes, she enjoy's spending time with my family, reading and collaborating with others.

Christina Herrera, you many know her as Tina, is a Licensed Supervisor with the Texas Real

Estate Commission and Team Leader of The TUT Group. She has a passion for guiding

others to success. Tinas dedication to her craft is evident in her motto, "Team Up with

Tina".

Being a graduate of the Texas Realtors Leadership Program, she believes in continuous

professional growth and development. She believes in sharing her expertise and mentoring

new agents, fostering a supportive environment for their success. With over a decade of

experience, Tina has mentored countless agents, instilling in them the importance of

providing exceptional service to clients.

Inspired by her time as a Brian Buffini Mentor, Tina is a strong advocate for building a real

estate business through referrals. Her ultimate goal is to empower others to become

confident, successful professionals who thrive on building lasting relationships.

Tina's unique background as a high school math teacher and junior college professor brings

a distinctive energy to her role as a real estate mentor. Her ability to inspire and engage

students is mirrored in her approach to training and coaching real estate professionals. Her

core values are integrity, collaboration, legacy, and fun.

Tina is dedicated to developing courageous entrepreneurs who are driven to succeed within

today’s ever evolving real estate industry. Through her experience and knowledge, she

equips them with the tools that are necessary for them to be prepared.

She believes in her motto, “It is better to be prepared for an opportunity and not have one,

then to have an opportunity and not be prepared.”

Ashley Warren is not just a passionate Realtor with Orchard Brokerage, but also a dynamic force in the real estate continuing education world. While she thrives in the fast-paced world of real estate, Ashley’s true passion lies in sharing her knowledge and insights with fellow Realtors. As a continuing education instructor, she brings a unique blend of engagement, enthusiasm, and expertise to every class. Her classes are consistently praised for being informative, entertaining, and highly interactive, leaving agents not only educated but inspired. With a proven track record of growth and success in the CE field, Ashley is eager to apply her presentation skills in new and exciting ways, knowing that her ability to engage and educate can be an invaluable asset to all who attend.  

Seth Saldivar is the founder and President of Texan Direct Lending. Seth is a life-long resident of the Houston area and graduated from the University of Houston in 2009. Seth quickly found his home in the mortgage industry and has never looked back. Seth enjoys helping families understand their options and make financial decisions that put them on the path to building generational wealth. After spending 13 years in retail mortgage companies Seth started Texan Direct Lending, a boutique mortgage brokerage that is positioned to offer their clients the fees and rates they deserve.

Debi Sanders has worked and lived in the Houston Bay area for the past 20 years.  Debi brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the world of real estate education. Prior to becoming a Realtor, Debi was a dedicated teacher and school counselor, and she now channels her expertise into empowering real estate professionals through her role as a Certified Real Estate Coach.

Debi’s diverse background as a teacher, school counselor, and life coach equips her with unique skills to guide and support individuals through their real estate journeys. She has a deep passion for teaching and training, always striving to inspire and equip others to succeed. When you work with Debi, you can expect not only expert guidance but also a supportive and empowering experience that helps you thrive in both your personal and professional life.

Debi’s commitment to her clients goes beyond just real estate transactions—she is a lifelong advocate who truly cares about your success. Whether you’re a new agent or an experienced professional, Debi is here to help you reach your fullest potential.

Alisa M. Hoggatt concentrates her practice in estate planning and probate law, business planning and tax law. Her practice includes estate planning, providing estate administration and probate services to executors, trustees, heirs and beneficiaries in matters involving probate, estates, and trusts, general business matters, formation and financing of business ventures, entity choice and formation considerations for business entities, asset protection, and tax planning for businesses and their owners.

Ms. Hoggatt received her L.L.M. in Taxation in 2012 and her Juris Doctorate degree in 2008, both from the University of Houston Law Center. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Government from The University of Texas at Austin in 2005.

Prior to starting her own practice, Ms. Hoggatt was an associate at Rapp & Krock, PC, and prior to that The Shanks Law Firm, both in Houston, Texas. Ms. Hoggatt is a member of the Galveston County Bar Association, The Bay Area Bar Association, the State Bar of Texas, and the Houston Attorneys in Tax and Probate. Ms. Hoggatt is admitted to practice before Texas State Courts, the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, and the United States Tax Court.

Kevin Sandel – Owner, American Dream Inspections TX LLC

Kevin is a dedicated professional with over eight years of experience as a residential and commercial inspector and the proud owner of American Dream Inspections TX LLC. With nearly 30 years of residency in the Willowbend area, Kevin brings a deep understanding of local properties and market conditions.

Passionate about delivering top-tier, 5-star inspection services, Kevin takes pride in uncovering issues that may otherwise go unnoticed, empowering his clients to make informed decisions.. His commitment to education and transparency ensures that both homebuyers and Realtors fully understand the inspection process and essential home maintenance.

Beyond his profession, Kevin is a devoted husband, father of four grown children, and a proud grandfather to eight grandchildren. He enjoys spending quality time with family and cruising to new destinations.

With a strong reputation for thoroughness, integrity, and client-focused service, Kevin continues to set the standard in the inspection industry.  Be sure and reach out for all of your inspections, inspection education courses and any questions about inspections. 

 kevin@adinspectionstx.com 

TREC# 22389

TPCL# 0755559

Cell# 346-438-8936

Scheduling# 832-566-0973

As a Real Estate Professional, Deeya understands the challenges and opportunities for growth and knowledge in the Real Estate industry. She is dedicated to providing exceptional communication while making learning fun. 

She has a true passion for entrepreneurship and people because it matters, is meaningful and impactful.

Deeya takes great pride in making sure you have an amazing learning experience. Not only does she love connecting with Real Estate professionals and business owners, Deeya is also thrilled to be a part of a growing industry where learning never ceases. 

Her philosophy is: Let’s make learning fun again!

Taylor Heald is in Business Development with Farmers Insurance, The Acosta Agency. She connects realtors and lending partners to the agency’s New Business Specialist, ensuring seamless insurance support for homebuyers during their due diligence period.

With 10 years in the real estate industry, Taylor excels in business development, graphic design, networking, and operations. She specializes in bridging the gap between real estate and insurance, primarily quoting policies during a buyer’s option period—helping clients evaluate insurance alongside inspections before closing.

Taylor and The Acosta Agency are partnered with 8+ real estate brokerages in the Greater Houston area, giving back through education, partnerships, and community events. She was recently invited to teach with Real Estate CE Academy, LLC, offering insurance perspective from a real estate point of view.

Throughout her career, Taylor has been aligned with top-producing real estate teams, contributing to their growth and success. She has been part of teams that have earned Lifetime Achievement awards and many other industry recognitions. The Acosta Agency has won every major Farmers Insurance award, including Presidents Council, Championship Award, Toppers Club, Prime with Farmers, and Tour of Torrey at the Farmers Open.

Outside of work, Taylor is passionate about social media evolution and is a self-taught graphic designer. She and her husband, Austin, have been together for 13 years and married for three. They love traveling with their two dachshunds (8 & 2 years old) and have explored more countries than U.S. states. Despite a fear of heights, Taylor has ziplined through Costa Rican jungles and the Smoky Mountains. 

Taylor is dedicated to building lasting relationships through education, following the principle of "Win-win or no deal. If you'd like to connect with Taylor Heald, she can be reached at 713-984-4611 or by email at taylor.jacosta2@farmersagency.com

With over 20 years of experience in the real estate industry, Amanda has built an impressive career spanning multiple roles. She began in 2004 as a Residential Mortgage Loan Officer, where she quickly developed a reputation for her exceptional organizational  skills and meticulous attention to detail. Amanda's ability to design efficient systems and processes helped create a seamless loan experience for all involved, consistently exceeding client and partner expectations. 

She earned a Marketing degree from Southwest Texas State University (now Texas State University) and spent several successful years as a Loan Officer. Amanda recently decided to pursue her passion for marketing and leverage her real estate knowledge to transition  into a business development role. Amanda's combination of mortgage expertise and marketing savvy has made her a valuable asset to the companies she has worked for over the years. 

In her current position at Survey 1, Amanda has been brought on to assist in business development for the Northern Houston metro area. She looks forward to maintaining the strong relationships she has built across Houston's real estate community while forging  new connections. Amanda's deep understanding of real estate transactions, honed over two decades in the industry, will allow her to continue serving the field she is deeply passionate about. 

Amanda is excited to draw upon her extensive experience to help realtors and other professionals better navigate and understand the survey process. Her goal is to be a trusted advisor and resource, empowering industry partners with the knowledge and tools they  need to succeed in an ever-evolving market. 

Hannah Holland is a licensed Realtor with a diverse background that enhances

her expertise in the real estate industry. Prior to her real estate career, she

worked as a Contractor Competency Coordinator and a Site Operations

Scheduler in the oil industry. This experience provided her with a deep

understanding of contracts and the importance of adhering to policies and

procedures.

Since leaving the oil industry in 2015, Hannah embarked on her entrepreneurial

journey as the proud managing owner of a small teahouse in League City, TX,

where the motto was “Where sweet memories are made.” Her passion was

focused on ensuring that every customer had an exceptional experience, from

the moment they stepped through the doors to the last sip of tea. Her unique

blend of analytical skills and creativity, combined with a passion for serving

others, inspired her to become a licensed Realtor in 2017. Since then, Hannah

has built a impressionable career helping clients navigate the complexities of the

property market. In early 2024 she joined Survey1, a respected land surveying

company based in Alvin, TX, as the Business Development for South Houston

Metro Area, Galveston and Brazoria County. In this role, she continues to build

lasting business relationships with industry partners as well as leverages her

extensive network and knowledge to educate fellow Realtors on the critical

importance of obtaining surveys for each transaction.

Hannah is passionate about empowering others and creating a supportive

learning environment. She focuses on professional development and growth,

striving to help real estate professionals become successful entrepreneurs in a

rapidly changing industry. She believes that “knowledge is power”—the more you

know, the more you grow—and is dedicated to equipping her colleagues with the

tools they need to excel in their careers.

Melanie Davenport is dedicated in helping Realtors grow their businesses with the same dedication and expertise she has applied throughout her career in the mortgage industry. With years of experience as a loan officer, she has helped countless clients secure their dream homes, and now, I’m passionate about sharing her knowledge with real estate professionals to help them elevate their careers.

She understands that navigating the world of real estate can be challenging, but with the right guidance, you can turn challenges into opportunities. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your reach, she is here to provide the training, insights, and strategies you need to build a successful and thriving real estate business. From understanding the mortgage process to building strong client relationships, she can teach you how to integrate industry knowledge into your practice and close more deals with confidence.

In addition to teaching you the ins and outs of real estate transactions, she desires to help you discover new ways to stand out in the market, enhance your marketing strategies, and develop lasting connections that will drive your business forward. Let’s work together to ensure you have all the tools and knowledge you need to succeed and grow in this exciting industry.

Lauren Brooke Ashley is a marketing director for The Matthew Hyde Team at NRL Mortgage. With a background in real estate and a master’s degree in counseling in business, she brings a unique blend of expertise and interpersonal skills to her role. Lauren is also the Marketing Chair for the South Bay Area Realtor Networking Breakfast, highlighting her commitment to networking, education, and self-growth. Her passion for literature fuels her continuous personal development, and she believes in investing in oneself for personal fulfillment and professional success. Her role as a single mother further showcases her strength, resilience, and ability to thrive in both personal and professional spheres. Overall, Lauren is a driven and multifaceted professional, making a significant impact in the industry through her marketing prowess.