Real, Corcoran gain teams; The Agency marks a milestone 

Editor's note: The brokerage business is a busy one, with frequent moves, mergers and milestones. Here we highlight some of the latest activity among brokerages across the U.S.

50-agent team joins Real in 'right move for long-term success'

The Real Brokerage has further expanded in Southern California with the addition of Freeman Wang, a real estate professional with 11 years of experience who is moving his team of 50 agents under the Real banner by way of Harvest Realty.

Harvest Realty, a firm with more than 550 agents serving clients in Los Angeles and Orange counties, joined Real earlier this year through its Private Label program.

Wang, who led his team to close $425 million in sales last year, is primarily focused on agent development, according to a news release. The speed at which teams scale at Real is part of what appealed to him. "This was the best choice for my agents, giving them more tools, more opportunities and more support," he said, adding that aligning with Harvest Realty also "strengthens our connection to the Chinese community."

"It's the right move for long-term success," Wang said.

Real Chairman and CEO Tamir Poleg described Wang as "a respected leader with a track record of performance and community leadership" and said his "decision to align with Harvest underscores the strength of our Private Label model and the value we deliver to teams who want to grow with the right partners."

Acquisition brings 250+ agents to Corcoran affiliate

Corcoran Group affiliate Corcoran Sawyer Smith has acquired Liberty Realty, an independent firm that has operated in New Jersey's Hudson County since 1995.

With the addition of Liberty's over 250 real estate professionals, Corcoran Sawyer Smith's total number of affiliated agents now tops 500, according to a news release.

Over the past 30 years, Liberty Realty has conducted business in the residential, commercial and investment property space. After developing a reputation "built on relationships, trust, and unmatched local expertise," the firm is ready for "an exciting new chapter," Liberty Co-founder Joseph Covello said.

The new partnership "will allow us to provide our clients and agents with even greater resources while preserving the family-oriented culture and personalized service that have always defined Liberty Realty," Covello added.

Corcoran Sawyer Smith Principal and Founder Sawyer Smith described Liberty's agents as "among the most knowledgeable and dedicated professionals in the region" whose "commitment to excellence mirrors our own values perfectly."

"Together, we will set a new standard for real estate service in this market," Smith said.

The Agency enters 2 new markets

The Agency has announced the opening of two new offices in New Mexico and Texas — one of which marked a major milestone for the luxury-focused brokerage.

Santa Fe: The Agency celebrated the launch of its 150th office earlier this month with its entry into New Mexico.

Hitting that growth milestone "is an incredibly exciting moment for our team," The Agency Founder and CEO Mauricio Umansky said in a news release.

Beth Caldarello, a broker with nearly 10 years of local experience, will head the office as its managing partner. She described Santa Fe as "a special place" that provides homebuyers with an opportunity to become "part of a warm and creative community."

"Santa Fe is one of the most distinctive and desirable places to live in the Southwest, making it a natural choice for The Agency's continued expansion in the region," Umansky added.

Waco: The Agency has also opened an office in Waco. The new location, which is the brokerage's seventh in Texas, will be led by Managing Partner Amanda Cunningham and Managing Director Matthew Cunningham.

The city "offers the warmth of a small town with the amenities and energy of a major metropolitan hub," Amanda Cunningham said in a news release.

"From its scenic natural landscapes to its strong schools and thriving local businesses, Waco is a place where people truly want to put down roots," she added.

Waco's sustained growth and location have positioned it "as a premier destination for today's buyers," Umansky noted, making it "a clear and compelling next step in our continued expansion across the state."

Christie's grows footprint in Utah, adds $1B agents in Arizona

Luxury agents to 'continue pushing boundaries': Local Luxury | Christie's International Real Estate is setting out to create "one of the most powerful luxury real estate alliances" in Arizona with the addition of Maximilian de Melo and Patrick Niederdrenk, agents with a collective lifetime sales volume that exceeds $1 billion, according to a news release.

Together, de Melo and Niederdrenk are bringing 12 additional team members and contributing $175 million in luxury inventory to the Phoenix-based firm. 

The move will provide their team with a global reach and new opportunities for their clients, marking "a strategic evolution of who we are, how we serve, and the scale at which we operate," Niederdrenk said.

"This alignment allows us to continue pushing boundaries and redefining what luxury representation means in Arizona," de Melo added.

Park City firm expands and rebrands: Two years after launching as Christie's International Real Estate Park City, the Utah-based Christie's affiliate is expanding into Salt Lake City under a new moniker: VUE Christie's International Real Estate.

Over the past couple of years, the firm's leaders — Sam Cubis, Ben Fisher, Matthew Magnotta, Rachel Retzer, Molly Crosswhite and Ace Allak — have grown their business to 80 agents who closed over $1.5 billion in total sales, according to a news release. The firm aims to do the same in Salt Lake City, with initial plans to add 30 agents in 2026.

Cubis said his team is "incredibly excited" to offer Salt Lake City consumers a real estate experience "grounded in collaboration and client service."

Christie's President Gavin Swartzman praised the team for building "a billion-dollar company with a culture centered on camaraderie, integrity and peak performance" in Park City and said he has "no doubt" in their ability to replicate that success.

REMAX Results enters the Sunshine State

REMAX Results, a firm headquartered in Hendersonville, North Carolina, is expanding into a new state with its acquisition of the Florida-based REMAX Unlimited.

Combined with its presence in South Carolina and Tennessee, REMAX Results now operates in four states with nearly 600 agents and 29 offices, according to a news release.

REMAX Unlimited brings two offices in Ponte Vedra and nearly 50 agents. The firm, which will keep its name, was founded 22 years ago by broker Brenda Horst.

Lee Linhart, broker/owner of REMAX Results, said in a blog post that it is important to him to "take care of Brenda's legacy," adding that she has "built something to be proud of, and I want to make sure that continues."

Linhart aims to grow REMAX Unlimited's footprint and streamline processes at its two offices, efforts that he said will allow agents to "focus on what they do best — helping clients buy and sell real estate."

More brokerage news

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate has welcomed Town & Lake Realty as its newest affiliate in Tennessee. The firm, which is now operating as Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Town & Lake, is led by Gina Butler — a broker/owner with nearly 20 years of real estate experience — and Jennifer Hannah — a broker/owner who brings 10 years of experience. Butler and Hannah are eyeing future growth opportunities, which they hope to achieve with help from BHGRE's marketing tools, according to a news release.

Michael Saunders & Company is expanding along Florida's Gulf Coast with the opening of a new office in downtown St. Petersburg. The firm will operate out of a temporary office space to start before moving into its permanent St. Petersburg location in the spring. This latest expansion — which comes ahead of the brokerage's 50th anniversary next year — "reflects our confidence in this dynamic market and deepens our roots here," Founder and CEO Michael Saunders said in a news release.

iAD Real Estate has appointed 25-year industry veteran Dave Courtney to serve as the global brokerage's new U.S. managing director. Courtney was involved in bringing iAD to the U.S. over two years ago and will now focus on further expansion with a push into the Texas housing market. Establishing itself in the Lone Star State is "a deliberate move," Courtney said in a news release. "It's the perfect next step in strengthening our cross-border, agent-centric model."

Coldwell Banker Realty has welcomed the luxury-focused Dalton Team into the fold in Naples, Florida. The family team comprises Shaun and Cassie Dalton and their son, Noah Fulop, who collectively bring over 40 years of real estate experience and most recently aligned with Gulf Coast International Properties. Coldwell Banker's "vast global luxury network" was a draw for the team, Cassie Dalton said in a news release, adding that her family believes the brokerage's "technology tools and luxury marketing initiatives will help us serve our clients at an even higher level."