BELLINGHAM, Wash., Sept. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- eXp Realty®, "the most agent-centric™ real estate brokerage on the planet" and the core subsidiary of eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI), today announced that Amy Tapp, one of Lubbock's most recognized real estate leaders, has joined its global network with her 45-person team. Together, they closed $80 million across 350 transactions in 2024. She built one of Lubbock's most successful independent brokerages, now, Tapp is betting big on the future by ...

NEW YORK, Sept. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Coldwell Banker Warburg (CBW), the premier brokerage that's been at the forefront of New York luxury real estate for more than 100 years, is pleased to announce that agents Abigail Godfrey and The Holmes Team, comprising Charles Holmes and Evita Lasasso, are joining the firm. The three arrive shortly after Coldwell Banker Warburg's announcement that two leading teams from Elegran Real Estate had moved to the company. In all, more than two dozen agents and brokers have ...

Momentum investing is essentially the opposite of the tried-and-tested Wall Street adage -- "buy low and sell high." Investors following this investing style typically avoid betting on cheap stocks and waiting long for them to recover. They believe instead that one could make far more money in lesser time by "buying high and selling higher."Everyone likes betting on fast-moving trending stocks, but it isn't easy to determine the right entry point. These stocks often lose momentum when their future growth po ...

BELLINGHAM, Wash., Sept. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- eXp Realty®, “the most agent-centric™ real estate brokerage on the planet” and the core subsidiary of eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI), today announced that the K2 Omni Group, ranked the #1 Zillow Seller Team in the Nation in June 2024, has joined eXp Realty. Founded by Kiki and Kristina Salcido, along with partners Nathan Armstrong and Berenice Holden, the K2 Omni Group closed $105 million in sales volume and 313 transactions in 2024 with only 2 ...

Core Insights - eXp Realty celebrates the formation of Whissel Beer Group, a significant merger of two successful production teams led by industry leaders Kyle Whissel and Daniel Beer [1][2] - The merger is described as one of the largest in real estate history, aligning with eXp Realty's mission to be the most agent-centric brokerage [2] - Whissel Beer Group launches with 160 agents, over 60 staff, and five offices, aiming to create an innovative and scalable company [2][6] Company Overview - Whissel Beer Group is a super team formed by merging Whissel Realty Group and Daniel Beer's team, focusing on empowering agents to enhance client service and business growth [3][4] - The leadership team includes Kyle Whissel (CEO), Daniel Beer (President), and Chris VanderValk (COO), who is instrumental in the merger process [4][5] - The new operational structure is designed to eliminate roadblocks, allowing agents to concentrate on sales and client success [5] Performance Metrics - In 2024, the combined teams achieved nearly $1 billion in sales volume, ranking among the top-producing teams in the nation [3] - Over their careers, the teams have sold more than 9,000 homes, totaling over $7 billion in sales volume [3] - Whissel Beer Group is projecting significant growth in 2025, with plans to expand across California and eventually regionally and nationally [3] Industry Context - eXp Realty is the largest independent real estate brokerage globally, with over 82,000 agents across 28 countries, emphasizing a cloud-based, agent-centric model [7] - The company offers industry-leading commission splits, revenue share, and equity ownership opportunities, fostering a supportive environment for agents [7] - SUCCESS® Enterprises, part of the eXp ecosystem, provides resources for personal and professional development, enhancing agents' skills and business growth [8]

Group 1 - Zillow and Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices have entered an agreement to provide U.S.-based agents access to Zillow Showcase, an AI-powered premium listing experience [1][2] - The partnership aims to equip agents with advanced technology and digital marketing tools to enhance their competitiveness in the real estate market [2][3] - Zillow Showcase listings are expected to expedite sales, with properties selling for 2% more and being more likely to go pending within the first 14 days on the market compared to non-Showcase listings [3][4] Group 2 - The Showcase product features an interactive design that includes high-resolution images and room-by-room photo organization, which increases exposure and engagement with potential buyers [3][4] - Continuous enhancements to Showcase, such as the introduction of SkyTour, aim to provide a more immersive home shopping experience [4] - Agents can access performance dashboards for their Showcase listings, allowing them to track data and analytics for better decision-making [4] Group 3 - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices has approximately 45,000 real estate professionals and over 1,400 offices globally, completing more than USD 127.7 billion in real estate sales in 2024 [7][8]

Group 1 - Compass (NYSE: COMP) is identified as a market leader in real estate brokerage [1] - The stock is rated as a Hold, with a recommendation for investors to accumulate shares gradually during market corrections [1] Group 2 - The article expresses the author's personal opinions and indicates a beneficial long position in COMP shares [1]

BEIJING, Aug. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KE Holdings Inc. (“Beike” or the “Company”) (NYSE: BEKE; HKEX: 2423), a leading integrated online and offline platform for housing transactions and services, today announced its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. Business and Financial Highlights for the Second Quarter 2025 Gross transaction value (GTV)1 was RMB878.7 billion (US$122.7 billion), an increase of 4.7% year-over-year. GTV of existing home transactions was RMB583.5 bi ...

After weighing industry-wide offers, the Victorica Group returns to eXp for its culture and long-term vision. BELLINGHAM, Wash., Aug. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- eXp Realty®, “the most agent-centric™ real estate brokerage on the planet”™ and the core subsidiary of eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI), today announced the return of the Victorica Group, a mega real estate team recognized as the #1 Team in SA-NAHREP. With a network of over 100 agents that closed 900+ units in 2024, a Mega Team of 30 agent ...

Core Insights - Douglas Elliman Inc. has expanded its presence in Western Florida by welcoming The Schemmel Soda Group to its Sarasota office, enhancing its luxury real estate offerings in the region [1][6] Group 1: Company Expansion - The Schemmel Soda Group, previously with Premier Sotheby's International Realty, is led by Joel Schemmel and Donna Soda, along with agents Sharon Chiodi and Patti Tebo [1] - This team has been recognized as the 1 team in Sarasota and Manatee Counties since 2019 and ranked among the Top 100 Agents and Teams Worldwide for Sotheby's International Realty from 2021 to 2025 [2] Group 2: Leadership and Expertise - Joel Schemmel, an attorney and former CPA, is noted for his extensive knowledge of Sarasota real estate and has consistently ranked in the top 1% of REALTORS® in the area since 2008 [3] - Donna Soda brings decades of experience and is known for her exceptional market knowledge and client service, particularly in the Greater Lakewood Ranch area [4] Group 3: Strategic Benefits - The partnership with Douglas Elliman is seen as a strategic win, providing the Schemmel Soda Group with enhanced global reach and marketing capabilities while maintaining a personalized service approach [4][6] - The team aims to leverage Douglas Elliman's resources to better serve clients and the community, emphasizing their commitment to integrity and results [5]