Compass has announced a new Broker-to-Broker Cooperation Policy in order to “support cooperation.” The new Broker-to-Broker Cooperation Policy requires all agents of the brokerage to cooperate with other brokers and agents—including listings earmarked as Private Exclusives or Coming Soons—unless otherwise instructed by the client in writing, the brokerage stated. The policy—which is now added to…
The announcement of Open Real Estate was welcome news. It also raised an uncomfortable question: How did we reach the point where keeping the housing market open required an announcement? Buyers should be able to find available homes. Sellers should understand who can see their property and what they may sacrifice by limiting its exposure.…
After a middling third quarter, Douglas Elliman CEO Michael Liebowitz told investors that recent changes and efforts to the company are to “modernize” and build a “more efficient platform” by early 2027. The luxury brokerage’s revenue fell short in the third quarter at $252.1 million for 2026, a $10 million drop compared to 2025’s revenue…
The American Real Estate Association (ARA) on Nov. 9 announced that SERHANT., founded by celebrity agent Ryan Serhant, famous for his Manhattan-based reality TV show, has joined the national trade association. Since expanding beyond New York in 2023, SERHANT. has grown to 20 states and Washington, D.C., including 2026 launches in California, Texas, Colorado, Massachusetts…
AGNT, the parent company for eXp Realty and NextHome, posted revenue growth despite economic headwinds of high rates and sluggish home demand, the company announced during an earnings call Thursday. Closed real estate sales transactions reached 131,000 in the third quarter of 2026, up 8% year-over-year, alongside a 10% jump in sales volume to $59.3…
United Real Estate has announced the launch of VPR | United, serving residents along the Gulf Coast—from Mobile, Alabama to iconic destinations, such as Orange Beach, Gulf Shores and Destin, Florida. United stated that the expansion is being led by Virtual Properties Realty, an affiliated company and Atlanta’s largest residential brokerage by homes sold in…
Compass President Neda Navab outlined her vision for the next chapter of the brokerage at the company’s annual RETREAT in New Orleans, announcing new investments to strengthen connections among Compass agents, raise standards for agents joining the brokerage and expand the reach of the Compass brand. “While we’ve grown and changed a lot over the…
Forbes Global Properties has announced the addition of Slovakia | Forbes Global Properties as its exclusive member in the country. Previously operating as Dr. Real s.r.o., the firm brings established experience serving clients in a market defined by its unique combination of urban development, alpine destinations, and investment opportunities. “I am delighted to welcome Slovakia…
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty has announced that President Jackie Thiel will step into the role of CEO effective Jan. 1, 2027, while current CEO Budge Huskey will transition to the role of executive chairman of the company. Huskey will also continue to serve as vice chairman of Peerage Realty Partners and Peerage Group Sotheby’s International…
Editor’s note: Industry moves is RISMedia’s look at new brokerages and key executive changes within the real estate industry. Nick Bailey onboards at AuthoritySignal AI Former REMAX, Century 21 and Zillow Group executive Nick Bailey has joined AuthoritySignal AI, a new AI intelligence platform focused on the real estate industry, as a founding member. Bailey…
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