TechCertifID acquires Closinglock; new zoning data platform launchesThe deal unites two fraud prevention firms. Plus, Snapdoor joins EXIT program; Land Use Labs launches; Homeward raises capital; SourceRE adds MCP platform.Real Estate News StaffOctober 1, 2026
IndustryFirstTeam, HomeServices strengthen leadership teamsThe growing SoCal-based indie has a new chief growth officer, while HSoA appoints 1000WATT founders to C-suite. Plus, exec hires at Flyhomes, STRATMOR, more.Real Estate News StaffOctober 1, 2026
IndustryIVRE hires franchise exec; Cotality promotes client success leaderStacy Seago was named director of franchise development to support Iron Valley’s growth. Plus, Kelly Robinson moves into VP role at Cotality. Real Estate News StaffSeptember 29, 2026
TechRechat offers AEO websites; CubiCasa delivers floor plans fasterThe new platform incorporates Rechat’s existing Testimonials tool. Plus, CubiCasa, Restb.ai partner; Lofty debuts MCP server; AppFolio revamps Realm-X; more.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 29, 2026
MLS/AssnRealtracs shows ‘continued momentum’ as 2 more partners joinRCAR joined the Tennessee-based MLS in August and GSMAR joined this week. Plus, Las Vegas Realtors introduces its 2027 president and board of directors.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 28, 2026
BrokeragesKW team adds 150+ agents; REMAX firms unite to serve 6 statesRarity Real Estate is poised to take over ownership of KW Jersey Shore in November. Plus, REMAX Town & Country forges partnership with Linhart Realty Group.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 26, 2026
TechPLACE buys fintech firm; Relevate tool makes data ‘more actionable’The acquisition of Maxwell comes weeks after PLACE’s Radian deal. Plus, S.MPLE 2.0 launches; Property Shield adds MLS partner; Relevate unveils AIMEE; more.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 24, 2026
BrokeragesHomeSmart adds nearly 2,000 agents with East Coast mergerNorthGroup Realty joins the Arizona-based firm. Plus, NextHome gains 200 agents; C21 grows in N.C.; Christie’s Shanghai launches; KW program hits milestone.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 23, 2026
IndustryFormer Lone Wolf GM joins MAVERIX as strategic advisorKyle Hunter moves to MAVERIX after 15+ years at Lone Wolf. Plus, CB Anabasis Realty names Shaun Guerard president of sales; Barrett Sotheby’s adds VP of growth.Real Estate News StaffUpdated September 23, 2026
MLS/AssnMLS exec drafts ‘constitution’; Mainstreet adds Buyer Listing ServiceThe document “is intended to start a much larger conversation,” Hive MLS CEO Daniel Jones said. Plus, Mainstreet integrates Gitcha’s BLS “want listings.”Real Estate News StaffSeptember 22, 2026
TechZillow co-founder unveils MLS data product; IRE partners with RoomvoAnyProp spent 2 years in development before its September launch. Plus, Inside Real Estate inks deal with Roomvo to enhance listing visualization capabilities.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 21, 2026
BrokeragesSERHANT strengthens Long Island presence; $40M Texas firm joins CBThe Pinkwater Metzger Team has over $160M in career sales. Plus, Longhorn Realty joins Coldwell Banker Apex; Christie’s Int’l Real Estate enters Poland; more.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 19, 2026
IndustryZillow promotes longtime accounting exec to replace retiring CAORikki Tremblay was named VP, principal accounting officer, as Zillow’s chief accounting officer prepares to retire. Plus, Key Mortgage appoints new SVP.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 18, 2026
TechRechat adds private user community; Mainstay acquires Truelist“House of Rechat” is adding 175 new members each week. Plus, Mainstay absorbs Truelist; ClearCapital launches risk navigator tool; AngelAI to expand; more.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 17, 2026
IndustryHoward Hanna promotes longtime execs to support ‘ongoing growth’Leah Gibbons was named chief of staff, and Phyllis Brookshire has been appointed SVP of operations. Plus, Discovery Land Co. hires new East Coast leader.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 15, 2026
BrokeragesKW enters Montenegro; Elliman, BHS add veteran agentsKW’s first market center in the Balkan country will open in Q4. Plus, NY agents with five decades of combined experience join BHS; Elliman adds Florida agent.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 14, 2026
MLS/AssnSouthwest Florida’s largest Realtor association appoints new CEOJohn Leonardi joins RPCRA from Buffalo Niagara Realtors. Plus, Bright unveils “AI Academy”; Hive MLS-RealReports alliance grows; ABoR marks 100 years in Texas.Real Estate News StaffUpdated September 15, 2026
Brokerages$300M team aligns with Real to ‘do what we do best’The Clayton Coastal Group adds 37 agents to Real. Plus, The Agency’s Jeff Barnett expands title; agent returns to REMAX Gold; Corcoran Horizon opens new office.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 12, 2026
IndustryIRES elevates longtime leader to CEO; The Agency adds regional VPMonths after moving into the COO role, Julie Dahl is now IRES MLS’s new CEO. Plus, 20-year industry vet Jim Lonergan to oversee regional sales at The Agency.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 11, 2026
IndustryCMLS adds advocacy leader to help guide ‘the future of MLS’Cameron Kinzer joins CMLS from Boise Regional Realtors. Plus, Mainstream Realtors names Greg Phillips president; Jamie Huggins becomes a regional leader at C21.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 10, 2026