Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

California is the latest state to take a stand against the right-to-list agreement business plan of now bankrupt brokerage MV Realty. On Tuesday, the office of California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced that it was granted a preliminary injunction against Florida-based MV Realty after filing a lawsuit in December 2023.

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DECEMBER 10, 2024

For Realty ONE Group , 2025 is poised to be a year of growth, but according to company chief operating officer and chief financial officer Mike Clear, that isnt anything out of the ordinary. We are a company that always tries to play offense, Clear said. We are preparing for more growth. I go to a lot of events and talk to a lot of people.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 9, 2024

In its race against other brokerages to add agents, eXp Realty has scored big in California. We are thrilled to welcome Robert, Angelica and their team to eXp Realty,” CEO Leo Pareja said in a statement. In September, CanZell Realty , which operates in 20 states, joined eXp along with New York-based Grand Lux Realty.

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Housing Wire

JULY 9, 2024

Massachusetts -based Lamacchia Realty is continuing its expansion. They built an amazing company and now to have that company be a part of Lamacchia Realty is a special honor for which I am very grateful,” Anthony Lamacchia , the broker-owner of Lamacchia Realty, said in a statement.

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Housing Wire

MAY 30, 2024

Coldwell Banker Realty , a New England-based residential real estate brokerage , welcomed The DelRose McShane Team , the brokerage announced on Wednesday. Moving our entire team over to Coldwell Banker Realty was the best decision for our clients. Led by Mike DelRose Sr., Mike DelRose Jr. said in a statement. “The

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

On Thursday, eXp Realty announced that Brandon Brittingham and his top-producing Maryland-based mega team are making the jump to eXp. Brandon’s achievements truly demonstrate his commitment to innovation and excellence, and we are proud to welcome him and his team to eXp Realty,” Leo Pareja , eXp Realty’s CEO, said in a statement. “In

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Housing Wire

APRIL 4, 2024

Arizona -based brokerage LUXE Realty welcomed Jack Luciano and Raul Siqueiros as director of estates division and director of new development, respectively, the company announced on Thursday. We’re excited to officially welcome Jack and Raul and their team,” LUXE Realty founders Brian Guzman and Matthew Fenicle said in a statement.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

On Thursday, eXp Realty announced the affiliation of independent brokerage Grand Lux Realty. Founded in 2006 by Michael Levy, Grand Lux Realty is based in Westchester County, New York , and has more than 200 agents. The nation’s largest brokerage by transaction sides is increasing its footprint.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 13, 2024

Luxury Realty Group , a subsidiary of Luxury Realty Group Holdings , launched the beta testing for its conversational AI services website vuHome.ai, the company announced on Tuesday. The product will be available across its brokerage operations in Las Vegas.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 6, 2024

Top-performing independent Florida brokerage Premiere Plus Realty has chosen to affiliate with Dallas-based United Real Estate , according to an announcement on Wednesday. According to the announcement, Premiere Plus Realty will continue to operate under the same name and leadership. “It In 2023, Premiere Plus Realty ranked No.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 28, 2024

On Tuesday, Coldwell Banker Realty announced the affiliation of top-ranked small team The Lara & Chelsea Collaborative. The team was previously brokered at Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty , another Anywhere brand. The team was previously brokered at Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty , another Anywhere brand.

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Housing Wire

MAY 29, 2024

Coldwell Banker Realty , a New England-based residential real estate brokerage , welcomed James F. Wood “Coldwell Banker Realty is proud to partner with James F. Coldwell Banker Realty boasts approximately 6,300 affiliated agents and 90 office locations. Wood, the brokerage announced on Tuesday.

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Housing Wire

JULY 1, 2024

Massoud Atallah is leaving Anywhere Real Estate to join Lamacchia Realty. On Friday, the Anthony Lamacchia -helmed firm announced that Atallah had recently joined Lamacchia Realty as its new senior vice president of business development. I am grateful to have him on our team now.”

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

A successful brokerage that operates across much of the country is taking its talents to eXp Realty. CanZell Realty has joined eXp, allowing the brokerage to expand in 20 states with a single addition. By joining eXp Realty, we’re going to be able to launch farther, faster, without the financial strain of building from scratch.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 12, 2024

Realty ONE Group is making moves in Florida. The firm announced on Friday the affiliation of Florida-based MVP Realty Associates. Derek Carlson, the founder, CEO and broker of MVP Realty Associates, has been named CEO and broker of the new Realty ONE Group MVP. Realty ONE Group was No.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 22, 2024

eXp Realty continues to add agents and teams at a fast clip. The company announced the addition of the Maine -based Realty ONE Group, a 36-agent team that has closed 338 transactions totaling $128 million in sales volume so far this year. The team is led by Steven Brackett, who has been part of Realty One Group for six years.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 24, 2024

Realty ONE Group International has joined six other real estate brokerages in settling the commission lawsuits. The settlement, which is still subject to court approval, will settle all claims against Realty ONE Group, its franchises and affiliated agents. “Our

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Housing Wire

APRIL 25, 2024

Real estate brokerage eXp Realty has added industry veteran Wendy Forsythe to its leadership team. Her visionary approach will be crucial in elevating eXp Realty’s presence and impact on the world stage,” Leo Pareja , the newly CEO of eXp Realty, said in a statement. “I’m absolutely thrilled to join eXp Realty.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Coldwell Banker Realty is welcoming even more agents to the firm. On Friday, the Anywhere firm announced the affiliation of Beacon, NY-based Daniel Aubry Realty. The affiliation marks the opening of the first Coldwell Banker Realty office in Dutchess County, New York. The firm was founded in 2009 by broker-owner Daniel Aubry.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 10, 2024

Coldwell Banker Realty is adding another top-producing agent to its roster. Vicky is a highly regarded agent in the Bay Area and we are thrilled that she has chosen to affiliate with the Redwood City-San Carlos office,” Jennifer Lind, the Western regional president of Coldwell Banker Realty, said in a statement.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 7, 2024

MV Realty is facing more legal action, this time in Minnesota. The firm — which is now infamous for its right-to-list agreements — is being sued along with its Minnesota branch, MV Realty of Minnesota , and the companies’ shared executive, Amanda Zachman.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 4, 2024

The nation’s eighth-largest brokerage today announced a merger between existing affiliate United Real Estate I DFW Properties and Fort Worth-based Stryve Realty. Stryve Realty founder and managing broker Shawn Buck, who leads about 60 agents, will join United as an associate broker and strategic growth partner.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The Masiello copycat commission lawsuit plaintiff and Realty ONE Group Arizona have filed a joint motion to dismiss the brokerage defendant from the suit with prejudice. According to the motion, the desire to dismiss the suit comes from Realty ONE Groups settlement in the Gibson suit , which was granted final approval in late October.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Lamacchia Realty is continuing its acquisition spree. The owners of Stone Ridge Properties have created a tremendous company that happens to be a seamless cultural fit for us,” Anthony Lamacchia , the broker-owner of Lamacchia Realty, said in a statement. Through the acquisition, Lamacchia Realty gains 33 new agents.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Fathom Realty , a subsidiary of Fathom Holdings Inc. , “Andrew’s expertise, knowledge, and positive energy align perfectly with our vision and will drive us toward our goals,” Samantha Giuggio , president of Fathom Realty and chief operations officer of Fathom Holdings, said in a statement.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 9, 2024

Lamacchia Realty is expanding its presence in the Pioneer Valley region of Massachusetts. I’m so excited to be finally entering the Springfield market by joining forces with Sears Real Estate and making them a part of Lamacchia Realty,” Anthony Lamacchia , the broker-owner of Lamacchia Realty, said in a statement.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 8, 2024

parent company of North Carolina -based Fathom Realty , announced Wednesday that it has started two new commission plans for agents. According to data from RealTrends Verified , Fathom Realty has nearly 11,800 active agents in 145 offices across the U.S. Fathom Holdings Inc. The firm ranked No. 9 nationally by transaction sides and No.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 30, 2024

After nearly 18 years ERA King Real Estate , Anna-Marie Ellison is moving to Alabama -based ARC Realty. My passion for fostering both professional and personal development within teams has always been at the core of my work, and I’m excited to continue this mission at ARC Realty.

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Housing Wire

MAY 2, 2024

On Thursday, the family-owned firm announced that it had acquired South Carolina -based Carson Realty. Founded in 2006, Carson Realty serves clients in the South Carolina markets of Hilton Head, Bluffton and Lake Keowee. We look forward to our partnership with Carson Realty (CR).

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Coldwell Banker Realty is strengthening its roster of California- based agents. I am excited to partner my business with Coldwell Banker Realty because they offer innovative marketing tools and support, a strong global network and a luxury program with a brand name that resonates with consumers.” ”

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Housing Wire

JULY 24, 2024

Coldwell Banker Southern Realty , which has offices in the Tennessee markets of Lawrenceburg, Shelbyville and Columbia, is marking its entrance into Nashville through its acquisition of Coldwell Banker Barnes. Through the acquisition, Coldwell Banker Southern Realty now has a total of 10 offices and more than 300 agents under its brand.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Realty ONE Group is letting agents decide if they want to renew their National Association of Realtors (NAR) membership. Starting on the first of the year, Realty ONE agents in Arizona can choose to keep their NAR membership or join Realty ONE Group AZ , a newly established subsidiary of Realty ONE Group, Inc.

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JULY 31, 2024

real estate landscape over the next several months due to the business practice changes outlined in the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) commission lawsuit settlement agreement , eXp World Holdings — the parent company of eXp Realty — is focused on improving the firm’s agent value proposition. ” Ahead of the Aug.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Not only has Realty ONE Group successfully had its commission lawsuit settlement agreement approved, but the firm has also succeeded in being dismissed from the Masiello copycat commission lawsuit. District Court in Phoenix, granted the joint motion to dismiss filed by plaintiff John Masiello and defendant Realty ONE Group Arizona.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 19, 2024

There’s a reason why eXp Realty regards itself as the “the most agent-centric brokerage on the planet.” Kris Caldwell According to a statement, eXp Realty attracted Caldwell’s because he wanted to put his team first. Caldwell joins an incoming class of rockstar talent at eXp Realty.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The digital brokerage platform announced on Monday the addition of Amerivest Realty , a Florida-based brokerage, adding 400 agents across Florida , Colorado , Minnesota and Wisconsin to Real’s platform. The Real Brokerage ‘s expansion trend has continued with another major acquisition.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The brokerage announced Wednesday that the KW Integrity market center has merged with Sparta, New Jersey-based Clearview Realty , bringing 25 agents and tens of millions of dollars in annual sales volume to KW Integrity.

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