Realty411 Announces Extended Hours for “News, Trends & Strategies” Summit in Costa Mesa on September 26

Costa Mesa, Calif. — Realty411 is bringing its News, Trends & Strategies Summit to Costa Mesa on Saturday, September 26, 2026, offering real estate investors, entrepreneurs, agents, lenders, business owners, and wealth builders a full day of education, networking, market insights, and actionable investment strategies.

DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND — THE EVENT HAS BEEN EXTENDED!

To accommodate the tremendous interest from attendees, Realty411 has extended the event schedule, giving guests even more time to learn, connect, and network.

Event Schedule:

Doors Open: 8:30 AM
Program Begins: 9:00 AM
Event Concludes: 6:00 PM

Admission and parking are FREE.

The one-day Summit will feature experienced real estate investors, educators, market professionals, lenders, entrepreneurs, and industry experts sharing practical information designed to help attendees better understand today's real estate environment and identify opportunities in an ever-changing market.

With hundreds of investors already registered, Realty411 expects a strong turnout for this complimentary educational event.

A Real Estate Education Company Built on Experience

Founded in 2007 by Linda Pliagas, Realty411 has grown into a nationwide real estate education and media company dedicated to connecting investors with information, resources, experienced professionals, and valuable networking opportunities.

Over the past 19 years, Realty411 has welcomed nearly 20,000 guests to educational conferences and networking events across 15 states and has built a community of more than 1.3 million visitors who read Realty411's digital publications and educational content.

But the story behind Realty411 begins long before the company was founded.

Pliagas first built her career in journalism, developing a passion for researching information, asking questions, interviewing experts, and sharing knowledge that could benefit others. After entering the real estate industry and becoming a licensed real estate professional, she recognized an opportunity to combine her journalism background with real-world real estate experience.

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Today, Pliagas brings together her background as a journalist, licensed real estate agent with 18 years of experience, entrepreneur, and real estate investor to lead Realty411.

Along with her husband, Pliagas has owned investment properties in five states, giving her firsthand experience with different markets, investment approaches, and the challenges investors face.

“After years in journalism, I realized that education has the power to transform lives,” said Linda Pliagas, Founder and Publisher of Realty411. “When I entered the real estate industry, I wanted to create a publication that brought together experienced professionals willing to openly share their knowledge. Realty411 was founded on the belief that informed investors make stronger decisions, and that education is one of the best investments anyone can make.”

From Journalism to Real Estate Education

Throughout her publishing career, Pliagas has interviewed and featured hundreds of real estate professionals, investors, lenders, attorneys, tax specialists, entrepreneurs, and other industry experts.

Those conversations have helped make Realty411 a resource where investors can learn directly from professionals with experience in the field.

The company's commitment to education extends beyond its publications and into its live events, where attendees have the opportunity to meet speakers and fellow investors face-to-face.

“Our goal isn't simply to host another real estate event,” Pliagas said. “It's to create a welcoming environment where people can learn from experienced professionals, ask meaningful questions, build lasting relationships, and leave inspired to take the next step toward achieving their financial goals.”

More Than an Event — It's About the Connections

For nearly two decades, Realty411 has focused on bringing people together.

That philosophy has been reflected in feedback from attendees and in interviews about the company.

In an interview with Ground Level Consulting, Pliagas discussed Realty411's mission and the importance of providing investors with access to education, resources, and connections.

Attendees have similarly highlighted the networking and educational value of Realty411 events. One investor described the Expo as a place where she had “learned so much” while making valuable new connections.

Another Realty411 attendee praised the organization for helping investors connect with “honest people in the real estate industry.”

These relationships are an important part of what Realty411 seeks to create at every event: an environment where investors can exchange ideas, meet potential business partners, learn from experienced professionals, and expand their networks.

What Attendees Can Expect

The September 26 Summit will feature a full day of presentations, market updates, educational discussions, networking, and strategies covering today's most important real estate topics.

Attendees can expect insights into:

• • Current real estate market trends
  • Investment opportunities and strategies
  • Market updates from experienced professionals
  • Financing and lending
  • Wealth-building strategies
  • Business development
  • Real-world investing experiences
  • Networking with investors and industry professionals

The event is designed for new and experienced investors alike, as well as agents, brokers, private lenders, entrepreneurs, property managers, business owners, and anyone interested in building wealth through real estate.

The latest edition of Realty411 will also be available at the event, along with previous editions featuring interviews, educational articles, market information, strategies, and resources for real estate investors.

A Family Legacy of Entrepreneurship

Realty411 is proudly based in Santa Barbara County, where Pliagas's family owns and operates the area's oldest clock restoration shop, HRS Clocks in iconic downtown Solvang.

That family business has provided another important influence on Pliagas's approach to entrepreneurship — emphasizing craftsmanship, attention to detail, and exceptional customer service.

Those same principles have helped shape Realty411's commitment to serving its readers, attendees, advertisers, speakers, and the broader real estate community.

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Event Details

Realty411's News, Trends & Strategies Summit

Saturday, September 26, 2026

Doors Open: 8:30 AM
Event Begins: 9:00 AM
Event Ends: 6:00 PM

Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County
3131 Bristol Street
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Located near John Wayne Airport, the venue offers FREE onsite self-parking, with additional overflow parking available nearby.

Admission is FREE.

Realty411 encourages attendees to arrive early for the best seating and to take full advantage of the networking opportunities available throughout the day.

Registration and event information: Realty411.com

About Realty411

Founded in 2007, Realty411 is an independent real estate media and education company dedicated to educating and empowering investors through magazines, digital publications, educational conferences, interviews, and networking events.