IndustryPeople on the Move: CMLS leader to step down; Compass adds M&A execLongtime CMLS CEO Denee Evans plans to leave the association at the end of the year, while Compass, Lofty and Rechat add growth-focused leaders.Real Estate News StaffMay 22, 2025
BrokeragesGavin Swartzman takes over as president of Christie’s Real EstateThe former CEO of Peerage Realty Partners will guide the luxury brand’s global expansion efforts. Plus, Pacific Sotheby’s Realty welcomes a new leader.Real Estate News StaffMay 19, 2025
BrokeragesBrokerage Beat: News from C21, eXp, EXIT, United, moreA merger creates Century 21’s largest firm in Louisiana; eXp launches “UPGRADE”; Coldwell Banker nabs top California team; United grows in Alabama; more.Real Estate News StaffMay 17, 2025
TechTech Bytes: Virtuo concierge for buyers makes its move into the USThe Canada-based company will triple down in Texas, targeting homebuilders as it adds operations in Dallas, Austin and Houston.Real Estate News StaffMay 16, 2025
MLS/AssnCMLS adds policy pro to C-suite, Bright launches data shareThe MLS trade association has appointed Rene Galicia as chief operating officer to oversee key strategic initiatives; Bright’s partnership with CVR goes live.Real Estate News StaffMay 14, 2025
BrokeragesFormer Side, Zillow exec lands at AnywhereSteve Capezza will lead growth and M&A strategy at the brokerage giant “to solidify and strengthen” its position “as the leading player in real estate today.”Real Estate News StaffMay 12, 2025
BrokeragesBrokerage Beat: News from eXp, Anywhere brands, KW, Corcoran, moreTop TX team joins eXp; M&As for ERA, BHGRE and C21; KW gains Arkansas team, adds training program; Coldwell Banker nabs $2 billion team in NorCal; more.Real Estate News StaffMay 10, 2025
BrokeragesPeople on the Move: Keller Williams makes C-suite appointmentsTim Dieffenbacher joins KW as its new CFO, while Stacie Herron is named COO — a role she will hold in addition to her current position as chief legal officer.Real Estate News StaffMay 7, 2025
BrokeragesBrokerage Beat: News from KW, Corcoran, RE/MAX, moreKW launches in El Salvador; luxury NYC team moves to Corcoran; Colorado team rejoins RE/MAX; The Agency adds NY duo; Christie’s enters Anguilla; more.Real Estate News StaffMay 3, 2025
BrokeragesPeople on the Move: New execs at HomeServices, RE/MAXAlex Seavall expands his title after almost six years as HomeServices’ CFO, while Candace Adams fills the vacant EVP role. At RE/MAX, a new SVP comes on board.Real Estate News StaffMay 2, 2025
IndustryPeople on the Move: A new CFO at MoxiWorksIn his new role, Chris Choi will help “accelerate our transformation and solidify our position as an industry leader,” the tech firm’s CEO said.Real Estate News StaffApril 28, 2025
BrokeragesBrokerage Beat: News from C21, KW, Howard Hanna, moreKuper Sotheby’s expands in Texas; Howard Hanna scores a new partnership in Pittsburgh; Illustrated Properties welcomes a new president; more.Real Estate News StaffApril 26, 2025
TechTech Bytes: REsides taps Earnnest to streamline paymentsThe partnership reduces risks for agents, the MLS said. Plus, Aivre cuts appraisal time using Restb.ai’s computer vision and more tech news.Real Estate News StaffApril 25, 2025
IndustryNew presidents at RE/MAX Canada, Sotheby’s; Real promotes finance VPDon Kottick to lead RE/MAX's Canada division, while a longtime HomeServices exec will helm Sotheby’s brokerage operations. Plus, Real elevates VP to CFO role.Real Estate News StaffApril 24, 2025
BrokeragesBrokerage Beat: News from Compass, eXp, The Agency, moreA top-producing agent joins Compass in NYC; FirstTeam pursues national expansion plans; eXp enters a new international market; more.Real Estate News StaffApril 19, 2025
IndustryPeople on the Move at NAR, Christie’s, Realfinity and moreElizabeth Ranno to drive education and engagement efforts at NAR; Christie’s announces a new EVP of affiliate services; Kris Pope to lead growth at Realfinity.Real Estate News StaffApril 18, 2025
TechTech Bytes: Remine sold to Place for $1.5 million at auctionA quartet of MLSs paid over $50 million for the data and analytics platform in 2021. Place plans to invest in Remine, which will operate independently.Real Estate News StaffApril 18, 2025
TechTech Bytes: Collabra acquired by advertising startupThe digital marketing company will continue to operate as part of Adx’s B2B division. Plus, Lofty introduces new lead gen product; HSoA adopts Zillow Showcase.Real Estate News StaffApril 14, 2025
BrokeragesBrokerage Beat: News from Corcoran, KW, Christie's, moreChristie’s nabs a top-producing agent; two brokerages pick up the RE/MAX banner; a merger creates C21’s largest affiliate in California; and more news.Real Estate News StaffApril 12, 2025
BrokeragesBrokerage Beat: News from Michael Saunders, Christie's, BHGRE, KW, moreA promotion at Florida powerhouse MSC; Christie's nabs $1B Park City team; a BHGRE merger in Appalachia; 14-agent team joins KW in New Jersey; and more news. Real Estate News StaffApril 5, 2025