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
BrokeragesREMAX firms unite in Illinois; new C21 affiliate aims to scale upREMAX Suburban and REMAX All Pro have joined forces in the greater Chicagoland area. Plus, longtime Nevada broker/owner affiliates with Century 21.Real Estate News StaffJuly 11, 2026
BrokeragesFamily team joins Chicago’s ‘best-kept secret’; gains at Real, ERAA multigenerational team aligns with Baird & Warner. Plus, Howard Hanna NYC’s talent pool grows; dozens of agents join ERA, Real; The Agency Abaco opens; more.Real Estate News StaffJuly 8, 2026
IndustryRESO chair to pass the torch; CoStar Canada names chief economistTwo-time RESO Chair Rebecca Jensen, who is also CEO of MRED, will remain a board member when her term ends. Plus, Sunny Lake Hahn to head IR at Luxury Presence.Real Estate News StaffUpdated July 8, 2026
BrokeragesC21, Equity Real Estate add affiliates; REMAX grows in CanadaCentury 21 gains 100+ agents in Florida, Washington. Plus, Utah firm acquires NRE; Edie Israel Team joins CB; The Agency, Premier Sotheby’s expand in NC; more.Real Estate News StaffJuly 4, 2026
TechCompass deploys tech platform across brands; AI ‘coach’ launchesThe AI-driven Home Platform will expand to @properties, Corcoran and others. Plus, Real Geeks launches next-gen AI assistant; Shilo introduces 1:1 Coaching.Real Estate News StaffJuly 2, 2026
IndustryFMLS taps longtime brokerage leader to spearhead growthJenni Bonura was previously CEO at Harry Norman, Realtors. Plus, Joe Schneider to lead industry relations at Realtor.com; Maryland Realtors welcomes new CEO.Real Estate News StaffUpdated July 2, 2026
TechZillow creates buyer hub; AI-forward mortgage brokerage launchesThe portal's new offering aims to organize the homebuying journey. Plus, Women’s Council partners with Roomvu; Clear Capital integrates with MeridianLink.Real Estate News StaffJune 29, 2026