ARPB Oakland Realtist

15/06/2026

Ever wonder exactly how your property taxes are calculated, or where those hard-earned dollars actually go?

The Associated Real Property Brokers (ARPB) invites you to an exclusive virtual session featuring Phong La, the Assessor for the County of Alameda. He’ll be breaking down the complexities of local property taxes and sharing how his office works for the community. Whether you’re a real estate professional, homeowner, or prospective buyer, you won’t want to miss this valuable blueprint!

Your Blueprint to Property Taxes in Alameda County
📅 Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
🕒 Time: 4:00 PM PT
💻 Online via Zoom
🔗 Registration Link in bio

Don’t leave your property tax questions unanswered—secure your spot today and get the clarity you need!

03/06/2026

One Home. One Board. One Day.

The Associated Real Property Brokers (ARPB) is proud to join NAREB for Realtist Restore Day 2026—a national day of service to revitalize homes and restore communities.

Here in our community, ARPB will adopt one local home to complete high-impact exterior improvements in a single day.

Realtist Restore Day 2026
📅 Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
🕒 Time: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM PT
🤝🏾 Join the Movement: Our scope of work includes exterior painting, landscaping, pressure washing, and minor safety repairs. We need volunteers, partners, and sponsors to make this housing stabilization effort a success.

Ready to make a difference? Please contact our event leadership to get involved:
Chair: Frederick Adams (510) 422-5313
Co-chair: Don Dunbar (510) 472-3861

Let's make a collective impact, one community at a time.

01/06/2026

Ever wonder exactly where your property tax dollars go or how they’re calculated? 🤔

Join the Associated Real Property Brokers (ARPB) for an exclusive session featuring Phong La, Assessor for the County of Alameda, for essential insights into how local property taxes work and where your money is allocated.

📅 Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
🕒 Time: 4:00 PM PT
💻 Online via Zoom
🔗 Registration Link: bit.ly/blueprint61726

See you there!

25/04/2026

📢 New Series Alert: The Blueprint 🏠

We are excited to launch our new monthly series, "The Blueprint." Every third Wednesday, we’re delivering the strategies and tools you need to achieve growth in today's market.

Our kickoff session, "From Assistance to Assets," features Tara Banks, Homeownership Program Administrator for the Oakland Housing Authority. Join us for an in-depth look at OHA’s Homeownership Program and learn how to help more clients transition into property ownership.

The Blueprint: From Assistance to Assets
📅 Wednesday, May 20, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📌 via Zoom | Register here: bit.ly/arpb05202026

Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain a competitive edge and better serve the community!

25/04/2026

Are you ready to serve your clients smarter and build a more robust real estate business?

Associated Real Property Brokers (ARPB) is proud to present The Blueprint, a monthly series kicking off this May. We are breaking down the essential tools, programs, and industry “game” you need to achieve real growth, starting with our first session: From Assistance to Assets.

We are thrilled to welcome Guest Speaker Tara Banks, the Homeownership Program Administrator for the Oakland Housing Authority, for an in-depth look at Oakland Housing Authority’s Homeownership Program. Join us as we explore how to help more clients transition into becoming property owners.

The Blueprint: From Assistance to Assets
📅 Wednesday, May 20, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📌 via Zoom
🔗 Register here: bit.ly/arpb05202026

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain a competitive edge and better serve the community. Tap in every 3rd Wednesday of the month starting this May!

17/04/2026

Realtist Week 2026 has been phenomenal! 🙌🏾🔥

Huge shoutout to our Chair Kathleen Sebastian & Co-Chair Jayme Victoria, and the entire committee for the time, energy, and leadership it took to make this week happen 👏🏾💼

If you haven’t been tapped in yet… take a look at what we’ve been building all week 👀✨

Catch us tomorrow at the 100 Black Men of the Bay Area Career Fair ✊🏾📚
Then we’re wrapping up Realtist Week the right way at the YRD Oakland Networking Mixer 🎉🏾🤝🏾

Tap in: http://linktr.ee/realtistweek2026

15/04/2026

Countdown: 3 days to go!⏳✨

The Realtist Week 2026 Career Expo is almost here. Join us this weekend for a day of networking and new opportunities in Tech, Real Estate, and Finance.

Realtist Week 2026: Career Expo
📅 Saturday, April 18 | 8AM – 3PM
📌 Contra Costa College (GE 225) - San Pablo, CA
🔗 Sign up today: 100blackmenbayareacareerexpo.com
🎁 Bonus: Breakfast and lunch are on us! Also, pre-register now and we’ll have a special swag bag waiting for you at check-in.

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🤝🏾Partner With Us
Sponsorship opportunities are still available! Join our growing list of partners and elevate your brand while contributing to the mission of Black real estate professionals. Reach out to our team for more details:
✧ Kathleen Sebastian – [email protected]
✧ Jayme Leftridge – [email protected]

Unlock Your Future! 🔓✨

ARPB is proud to partner with 100 Black Men of the Bay Area and NVIDIA for the Realtist Week 2026 Career Expo! 🤝🏾

Whether you’re looking for a new career path or want to network with the best in the Bay, this event is for you. Come through to hear from industry legends Tina Davis and Bobby Brackins, and explore open roles in Tech, Real Estate, and Finance.

Realtist Week 2026: Career Expo
📅 Saturday, April 18, 2026
🕒 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Contra Costa College (GE 225) - San Pablo, CA
🔗 Sign up today: 100blackmenbayareacareerexpo.com

🎁 Bonus: Breakfast and lunch are on us! Also, pre-register now and we’ll have a special swag bag waiting for you at check-in. See you there!

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🤝🏾 Sponsorship Opportunities

Want to elevate your brand while supporting the mission of Black real estate professionals? Reach out to our team to learn how to partner with us for Realtist Week:
✧ Kathleen Sebastian – [email protected]
✧ Jayme Leftridge – [email protected]

13/04/2026

Have a seat at the table this Wednesday!🏛️

Join ARPB for an interactive roundtable with Oakland Council Members and our community’s leading real estate professionals as we tackle the housing trends and affordability challenges shaping our community.🗣️🏢

Realtist Week 2026: Political Advocacy Day
📅 Wednesday, April 15 | Networking starts at 9:30 AM
📍 1 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Oakland, CA - Hearing Room 4
🔗 Register here: politicaladvocacyday2026.eventbrite.com

Let’s shape the future of Oakland housing together.

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🤝🏾 Partner With Us
Sponsorship opportunities are still available! Join our growing list of partners and elevate your brand while contributing to the mission of Black real estate professionals. Reach out to our team for more details:
✧ Kathleen Sebastian – [email protected]
✧ Jayme Leftridge – [email protected]

Join ARPB for this year’s Political Advocacy Day. We’re hosting an interactive roundtable to tackle housing trends, barriers, and affordability in our community.

Realtist Week 2026: Political Advocacy Day
📅 Wednesday, April 15, 2026
🕒 Networking starts at 9:30 AM
📍 1 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Oakland, CA - Hearing Room 4
🔗 Register here: politicaladvocacyday2026.eventbrite.com

This is a key opportunity to engage with Oakland Council Members alongside our community's leading real estate professionals. 🗣️🏢

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🤝🏾 Sponsorship Opportunities

Want to elevate your brand while supporting the mission of Black real estate professionals? Reach out to our team to learn how to partner with us for Realtist Week:
✧ Kathleen Sebastian – [email protected]
✧ Jayme Leftridge – [email protected]

10/04/2026

We’re almost at full strength for our Realtist Week 2026 Day of Service, but we have a few spots left on the team!🤝🏾

Are you ready to turn talk into action? We are looking for a few more hands to help us support food distribution for families across Alameda County. This is your chance to work side-by-side with fellow Realtists to make a direct impact where it's needed most.

No Excuses, Just Impact – A Day of Service in the Community
📅 Tuesday, April 14 | 8:30 AM
📍 Alameda County Community Food Bank - 7900 Edgewater Drive, Oakland, CA
👟 Dress Code: Comfortable clothes & closed-toe shoes
⚠️ Reminder: We have limited volunteer openings remaining!

Claim your spot here: 👉🏾 bit.ly/arpb-04142026

Let’s show what we can accomplish when we show up together!💒

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🤝🏾 Partner With Us
Sponsorship opportunities are still available! Join our growing list of partners and elevate your brand while contributing to the mission of Black real estate professionals. Reach out to our team for more details:
✧ Kathleen Sebastian – [email protected]
✧ Jayme Leftridge – [email protected]

We don’t just talk about community; we show up for it. 🤝🏾

As part of Realtist Week 2026, ARPB invites you to join us for a day of service! We’re heading to the front lines to support food distribution for families across Alameda County.

No Excuses, Just Impact – A Day of Service in the Community
📅 Tuesday, April 14, 2026 | 8:30 AM
📍 Alameda County Community Food Bank - 7900 Edgewater Drive, Oakland, CA
👟 Dress Code: Comfortable clothes & closed-toe shoes
⚠️ Note: Space is limited to the first 20 volunteers!

Be a volunteer - Scan the QR code below to register or go to this link 👉🏾 bit.ly/arpb-04142026

Let’s show what we can accomplish when we show up together!💒✨

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🤝🏾 Sponsorship Opportunities
Want to elevate your brand while supporting the mission of Black real estate professionals? Reach out to our team to learn how to partner with us for Realtist Week:
✧ Kathleen Sebastian – [email protected]
✧ Jayme Leftridge – [email protected]