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← Zur aktuellen AusgabeCentury 21 and Equity scale through acquisition; Canada moves
Century 21 & Equity Real Estate
Century 21 and Equity Real Estate are moving fast on affiliates.
Century 21 onboarded two new affiliates: RoseBay International Realty in Sarasota with roughly 40 agents focused on residential, commercial, and rental deals, plus Van Dorm Realty in Olympia, Washington, bringing 95 licensed professionals to the table [Quelle: Real Estate News]. Equity Real Estate acquired Northern Utah brokerage NRE and is operating it as a combined entity under veteran broker Steve Perry. Both moves signal the national brands' focus on filling geographic gaps rather than waiting for organic growth.
Watch for similar roll-ups in secondary markets this quarter.
Top KW team exits to Coldwell Banker
Talent migration is reshaping regional broker power.
The Edie Israel Team, Keller Williams' top-ranking unit in Yorba Linda, California, jumped to Coldwell Banker Realty, carrying nearly $80 million in annual sales volume to Orange County [Quelle: Real Estate News]. The move underscores persistent tension between national franchise systems and high-producing teams seeking better splits and operational autonomy. High-volume teams remain the battleground.
Expect more departures as commission pressures mount.
RE/MAX consolidates in Canada
RE/MAX is building scale north of the border.
RE/MAX Aboutowne in Ontario absorbed 40+ agents from Every Avenue Real Estate and opened a downtown Oakville branch led by former broker Duncan Harvey, pushing its roster past 240 [Quelle: Real Estate News]. The portfolio play—absorbing competing agents wholesale—sidesteps the cultural friction that derails many mergers. Ontario remains a consolidation battleground.
Competitors in mid-market Canadian hubs should expect similar pressure.
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