BrokeragesFirstTeam enters the Midwest; SERHANT launches in ColoradoThe California-based firm’s national expansion continues. Plus, ENRG adds health insurance coverage for agents; Midwest indie opens office in third state; more.Real Estate News StaffAugust 12, 2026
MLS/AssnIllinois Realtors initiative targets state's housing deficitThe Housing Supply Accelerator Program aims to help community leaders tackle zoning and inventory issues. Plus, Stellar expands commercial listing distribution.Real Estate News StaffAugust 11, 2026
IndustryARMLS appoints new CEO; REMAX adds VP of luxuryJeff Bosch will step in when outgoing CEO Matt Consalvo retires this fall. Plus, Michael Altneu joins REMAX as VP of the franchisor’s luxury division.Real Estate News StaffAugust 11, 2026
Brokerages$1B team forms at Compass; eXp expands in Arizona, MexicoThe Zaken Shevett Team aims to provide an “elevated experience.” Plus, eXp gains Baja firm, ex-MLB player; Jim D’Amico buys into Corcoran affiliate; more.Real Estate News StaffAugust 8, 2026
TechRechat, RealAnalytica launch AI workflow tools for agentsClaude and ChatGPT are now integrated into Rechat’s platform, while RealAnalytica’s Atlas Agents handles recurring business tasks and flags opportunities.Real Estate News StaffAugust 7, 2026
IndustryC-suite changes at Zillow, HomeServices and RPRZillow’s CFO adds COO to his title, while a Google lawyer joins the company as chief legal & policy officer. Plus, HSoA and RPR promote longtime execs; more.Real Estate News StaffAugust 5, 2026
BrokeragesLPT moves closer to IPO; KW, Corcoran add luxury agentsThe brokerage filed a draft registration with the SEC this week. Plus, Ruth Reffkin launches a team; SIR enters Vietnam; Real nabs media-savvy D.C. team; more.Real Estate News StaffJuly 31, 2026
TechSide opens platform to outside firms; IRE unveils ‘Streams Studio’The back-office system is now available to indie, franchise-affiliated firms. Plus, Breezy opens Underbuilt Radar to consumers; Cloze adds Open House app; more.Real Estate News StaffJuly 30, 2026
MLS/AssnCanopy names new CEO; Bright adds growth leaderSteve Byrd, Canopy MLS’s current VP and CTO, will move into the top leadership role, while Steve Mapes joins Bright MLS as EVP of growth and strategy.Real Estate News StaffJuly 29, 2026
MLS/AssnLargest local Realtor association gets even biggerMiami Realtors + RWorld and Martin County Realtors of the Treasure Coast are merging. Plus, East Tennessee Realtors adds SourceRE data management tools.Real Estate News StaffJuly 29, 2026
TechLone Wolf ‘investing in AI’ with recruitment, retention toolsThe new tech is part of the BrokerMetrics platform. Plus, Repliers, Unlock MLS partner; Roomvu adds recruiting tool; FirstTeam adopts “AI-led ecosystem”; more.Real Estate News StaffUpdated July 28, 2026
BrokeragesCB Warburg moves under Compass banner; Equity Union expandsCompass aims to help Warburg agents deliver “greater value.” Plus, Equity Union enters second state with Nevada launch; Elliman Capital opens in Texas; more.Real Estate News StaffJuly 25, 2026
IndustryPLACE names new EVP; SERHANT adds luxury sales execProptech veteran Mike Ryan joins PLACE as EVP of business development. Plus, Nick Janovsky will oversee luxury sales for SERHANT along Florida’s Gulf Coast.Real Estate News StaffJuly 23, 2026
BrokeragesCorcoran affiliate scores recruiting wins; FirstTeam, Compass expandThe Long Island firm has added two teams to its new Merrick office. Plus, Compass opens on Shelter Island; FirstTeam adds California Central Coast office; more.Real Estate News StaffJuly 22, 2026
MLS/AssnNAR’s investment arm makes inroads with Mexican associationSecond Century Ventures has partnered with Mexico’s Asociación Mexicana de Profesionales Inmobiliarios. Plus, RACC joins Stellar MLS as a corporate shareholder.Real Estate News StaffJuly 22, 2026
TechCompass unveils ‘AI Assistant’; brokerage comparison tool launchesThe AI tool is integrated into Compass’ Home Platform. Plus, Redfin partners with The Weather Company; Realtor.com expands Market Clock footprint; more.Real Estate News StaffJuly 21, 2026
IndustryWindermere appoints first C-level growth leaderDiana Wall brings nearly 30 years of experience to her role as chief growth officer. Plus, Windermere Signature Properties President and CEO Pat Shea to depart.Real Estate News StaffJuly 20, 2026
BrokeragesSotheby’s nabs $265M team; BHGRE M&A pushes agent count to 1,200The Kogevinas Group moves to Sotheby’s Montecito. Plus, Exceed Realty joins BHGRE Realty Connect; Compass adds Osborne Group; REMAX grows in Texas; more.Real Estate News StaffJuly 18, 2026
TechREsides boosts fraud protection; Rechat debuts ‘Testimonials’The MLS is the first to adopt Property Shield’s “Ownership Verification” tool. Plus, Rechat adds client review feature; RealPage acquires data company; more. Real Estate News StaffJuly 15, 2026
IndustryC-suite moves at Women’s Council, B&W, CoStar; ARMLS unveils boardTripti Kasal joins WCR from LeadingRE. Plus, Baird & Warner hires CMO; CoStar appoints CFO; Rocket’s IR team grows; NTREIS adds data compliance leader; more.Real Estate News StaffUpdated July 14, 2026