For nearly 14 years, Brett Stewart served as a full-time pastor in Abilene, Texas. But while leading churches, he began dabbling in real estate—building a small rental portfolio, managing Airbnbs, and flipping a few homes. What started as a side hustle quickly became a passion. In late 2022, Brett stepped away from full-time ministry to pursue real estate full time.

That leap of faith led him to Joe Homebuyer, where he now leads the West Texas franchise. Brett was drawn not only to the business model, but also to the mission—helping distressed homeowners with compassion, creativity, and integrity.

In his first week of marketing, Brett landed his first deal. Since then, he’s closed multiple contracts, built a growing buyers list, and become a trusted name in Abilene real estate. For Brett, the work is about more than transactions: it’s about people. Whether it’s helping a family ashamed of their home’s condition or finding creative financing solutions for a couple going through divorce, Brett sees every home as a chance to serve.

“Distressed homes mean distressed lives. This business gives me the opportunity to love people, listen to them, and offer solutions that bring peace. The contracts follow when you put people first.”

Today, Brett and his team are building toward making Joe Homebuyer West Texas the go-to name in Abilene and beyond. His goal? To combine excellent real estate solutions with the same servant-minded leadership that defined his years in ministry.