– Tongo provides a private, flexible business line of credit for agents. –

 

CHICAGO – (May 24, 2023) – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® welcomes Tongo to its Solutions Group program of preferred business resources for its global network of 550 market-leading real estate firms. Tongo specializes in developing liquidity-focused products that assist agents in stabilizing their cash flow. Agents can use this liquidity as working capital, such as funding to invest in staging and marketing homes. Tongo can also be used to bridge financial gaps between closings.

“Tongo’s innovative products provide agents with the flexibility required to seize opportunities, invest in their businesses, and achieve financial continuity, paving the way for financial success,” said LeadingRE Vice President, Sales/Partnerships Jeff Kennedy.

“It’s important that we align ourselves with companies that hold the utmost level of integrity and professionalism. After working with hundreds of brokerages over the years, I can tell you that LeadingRE and its members are exactly that. Those who are part of the network truly reflect why they are considered as the best in the business. Our team couldn’t be more excited to be working closely with the brokers and agents who are at the forefront of the industry,” explained Brandon Wright, CEO of Tongo.

Learn more about Tongo at gettongo.com/LeadingRE. Learn more about Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® at LeadingRE.com.

 

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About Tongo

Tongo is a unique financial platform that caters to the specific needs of real estate professionals, providing a low-friction, low-priced, and private solution to align their income and expenses. By addressing the challenges of cyclical, delayed, and volatile income, Tongo empowers professionals to invest in growth and stabilize their personal cash flows between closings. With our innovative product, a line of credit based on future income, agents can freely invest in their businesses and choose when to pay themselves, ensuring greater flexibility and financial control.

 

About Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^®

Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE.com) is a global network of top independent real estate firms, with 550 companies and 138,000 sales associates in over 70 countries. LeadingRE supports its members with powerful connections to other market leaders and access to innovative, performance-driven programs. LeadingRE is also active in commercial real estate, with over 200 firms in 20 countries specializing in the commercial arena.

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CHICAGO – (May 15, 2023) – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® has added Chime, an award-winning real estate technology innovator, to its Solutions Group program of preferred business resources for its global network of 550 market-leading real estate firms.

Featuring a powerhouse CRM system underpinned by AI-driven applications and innovative tools like the automated social media marketing offering, Social Studio, the Chime platform is known for its ease of adoption. Built from the ground up to help drive more leads to close, the all-in-one solution ensures no matter how many years agents have been in the business or their level of technical skill, they can easily start using Chime to generate results.

Users can manage lead generation through PPC, SEO, and Facebook with direct feeds for both short- and long-term nurturing. The platform also includes:

• A personalized IDX website;
• Google-based AI Assistant that interacts with your leads while you sleep;
• Automated email and text communications via Smart Plans;
• Fully branded and customizable Comparative Market Analysis reports;
• AI-based smart lists for lead nurturing and more.

“We are thrilled to align with Chime for the Solutions Group program. Chime offers an intuitive, powerful platform. Chime’s CRM is ever-evolving, adopting the latest features in technology,” said LeadingRE Vice President, Sales/Partnerships Jeff Kennedy.

“Technology has become a ‘must have’ for real estate firms across the country as they look to drive new opportunities and streamline operations. Influential organizations like LeadingRE are paving the way as they encourage their members to adopt innovations that can drive real business growth,” notes Joe Daee, Vice President, Enterprise Sales at Chime. “We are thrilled to be a trusted provider for their organization and look forward to expanding our relationship.”

Learn more about Chime at learn.chime.me/partners/leadingre. Learn more about Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® at LeadingRE.com.

 

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About Chime

Chime is an all-in-one Sales Acceleration Platform for the real estate industry. Their award-winning productivity suite offers a robust set of features that help real estate professionals and teams of all sizes run and grow their business. Chime Technologies operates as a US subsidiary of Renren, Inc. (RENN). For more information, contact info@chime.me or 888-682-4463, or visit https://chime.me/.

 

About Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^®

Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE.com) is a global network of top independent real estate firms, with 550 companies and 138,000 sales associates in over 70 countries. LeadingRE supports its members with powerful connections to other market leaders and access to innovative, performance-driven programs. LeadingRE is also active in commercial real estate, with over 200 firms in 20 countries specializing in the commercial arena.

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– CB4C provides cash flow solutions. –

 

CHICAGO – (May 8, 2023) – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® welcomes CB4C to its Solutions Group program of preferred business resources for its global network of 550 market-leading real estate firms. CB4C is a next generation cash flow solutions company, using proprietary technology that creates an excellent agent experience in less than 15 minutes.

CB4C deploys the premium underwriting and verification process by partnering with Pentagon-Level verification partners, such as Plaid and Intelli-Check. CB4C’s technology seamlessly merges with their dedicated and fully integrated customer care center for a streamlined approach to cash flow solutions. Agents can apply in minutes and, once approved, receive funds the same day.

“We are excited to partner with CB4C for our Solutions Group Program. CB4C is founded by industry veterans who know what agents need. Their commitment to empowering agents with financial flexibility is a testament to their dedication to the real estate industry,” said LeadingRE Vice President, Sales/Partnerships Jeff Kennedy.

“As a former brokerage member of LeadingRE, we are honored to once again be associated with the absolute best collection of independent brokerages around the globe. We look forward to rekindling relationships and delivering our best of breed cash flow solutions exclusively to our LeadingRE brokerage partners and their agents,” explained Brad Miller, President of CB4C

Learn more about CB4C at cb4cre.com  Learn more about Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® at LeadingRE.com.

 

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About CB4C

CB4C offers cash flow solutions exclusively to brokerage partners and their agents nationwide. CB4C is founded by real-estate professionals with decades of industry experience and a proven track record of deploying superior services to agents and introducing new revenue opportunities to brokers. Above all, CB4C is committed to the success of agents and their businesses by advancing them with the capital they need when they need it.

 

About Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^®

Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE.com) is a global network of top independent real estate firms, with 550 companies and 138,000 sales associates in 75 countries. LeadingRE supports its members with powerful connections to other market leaders and access to innovative, performance-driven programs. LeadingRE is also active in commercial real estate, with over 200 firms in 20 countries specializing in the commercial arena.

 

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CHICAGO – (April 17, 2023) – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® paid tribute to top-performing member firms and individuals at its Awards Gala, held March 30 at Wynn Las Vegas. The Gala was the culmination of LeadingRE Conference Week, a series of specialized events that attracted nearly 2,000 participants from 25 countries.

“Our award winners inspire us with their leadership and innovation, their commitment to quality, and their dedication to strengthening the communities they serve. Celebrating their extraordinary contributions and performance is a highlight of our conference,” said LeadingRE President/CEO Paul Boomsma.

LeadingRE’s top company honor, the Diamond Award, went to the company in each size category based on superior engagement and performance in all LeadingRE’s business programs. Winning the Diamond Award were Allen Tate Company – Charlotte (Charlotte, N.C.); Lyon Real Estate – A Windermere Company (Sacramento, Calif.); Dickson Realty (Reno, Nev.); Dickens Mitchener (Charlotte, N.C.); WK Real Estate (Boulder, Colo.); Beiser Realty (Winneconne, Wis.); and Salmon Real Estate (Staten Island, N.Y.).

JB Goodwin, JBGoodwin, REALTORS (Austin, Texas) was awarded the prestigious Leadership Award, which honors the principal broker who displays incredible leadership through life-changing community involvement and by guiding their team to better success and well-being. Windermere Real Estate (Seattle, Wash.) received the Most Innovative Brokerage Award, which honors one brokerage that has made an extraordinary difference for their company and their business community through an impactful program that demonstrates a high level of innovation and creativity.

In recognition of extraordinary contributions to better the communities they serve, Portside Real Estate Group (Falmouth, Maine) received the Brokerage Good Things Award. Katya Malakhova, Advisors Living (Boston, Mass.) won the Agent Good Things Awards.

Most Innovative Office Design was presented to Jack Conway (Hanover, Mass.). Among the top marketing awards was the Best Overall Website, presented to Chase International (Reno, Nev.). The Referral of the Year was presented to JBGoodwin, REALTORS (Austin, Texas) and Premier Estate Properties, Inc. (Boca Raton, Fla.).

Service recognition awards were presented for sharing contributions and talent to the LeadingRE community over many years. Earning the Hall of Fame Award was Benedetta Vigano, Giorgio Viganò Real Estate (Milan, Italy). Recognized with the Chairman’s Service Award were Elizabeth Fowler, WestMark, Realtors (Lubbock, Texas) and Jane Gowarty, Smith & Associates Real Estate (Tampa, Fla.). Receiving the President’s Service Award were Elizabeth McGrath, Baird & Warner (Chicago, Ill.) and Judith Schreyer, Allgemeiner Grund & Boden Fundus (Berlin, Germany).

The Crown of Excellence referral awards were given in seven company size categories: Allen Tate Company (Charlotte, N.C.); Lyon Real Estate – A Windermere Company (Sacramento, Calif.); Realty Austin (Austin, Texas); Dickson Realty (Reno, Nev.); The Group Inc. Real Estate (Fort Collins, Colo.); Dickens Mitchener (Charlotte, N.C.); WK Real Estate (Boulder, Colo.); Marx-Bensdorf Realtors (Memphis, Tenn.); and Vista Encantada REALTORS, LLC (Albuquerque, N.M.).

Earning the Million Dollar Club Award for Highest Valued Outgoing Closings was Houlihan Lawrence Real Estate (Rye Brook, N.Y.). The Global Alliance Club Award for Most Outgoing International Referral Closings was presented to The Keyes Company (Plantation, Fla.). Awarded for having the Top 5 Most Closed Outgoing Closings, in order of units, were: WEICHERT, REALTORS® (Morris Plains, N.J.); Long & Foster Real Estate Inc. (Chantilly, Va.); Howard Hanna Real Estate Services (Pittsburgh, Pa.); Allen Tate Company (Charlotte, N.C.); and @properties Christie’s International Real Estate (Chicago, Ill.).

The firms recognized with the Pinnacle Award for having the most outgoing revenue-generating referrals were: Long & Foster Real Estate Inc. (Chantilly, Va.); Carolina One Real Estate (Charleston, S.C.); The Group Real Estate (Fort Collins, Colo.); Red Oak Realty (Piedmont, Calif.); WK Real Estate (Boulder, Colo.); WEICHERT, REALTORS® – The Space Place (Huntsville, Ala.); and Vista Encantada REALTORS, LLC

(Albuquerque, N.M.). The Peak Production Award for revenue generating-sales volume in 2022 was presented to: Long & Foster Real Estate Inc. (Chantilly, Va.); Realty Austin (Austin, Texas); Dickson Realty (Reno, Nev.); Red Oak Realty (Piedmont, Calif.); WK Real Estate (Boulder, Colo.); Marx-Bensdorf Realtors (Memphis, Tenn.); and Parkway Real Estate (Chico, Calif.).

RELO DIRECT® recognized members for outstanding service and collaboration. Earning the Platinum Member Service Excellence Award was Cottingham Chalk (Charlotte, N.C.). Receiving the Platinum Member Leads Award was Dickens Mitchener (Charlotte, N.C.).

LeadingRE is an invitation-only business-to-business real estate community, interconnecting 550 quality-focused local and regional real estate firms in 70 countries worldwide. LeadingRE provides its members best-of-industry assets, including elite training and education, marketing and technology resources, referrals and support.

To learn more about Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®, visit LeadingRE.com.

 

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About Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®

Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE.com) is a global network of top independent real estate firms, with 550 companies and 136,000 sales associates in over 70 countries. LeadingRE supports its members with powerful connections to other market leaders and access to innovative, performance-driven programs. LeadingRE is also active in commercial real estate, with over 200 firms in 20 countries specializing in the commercial arena.

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– NAF helps brokerages develop sustainable revenue streams while helping people achieve homeownership. –  

 

CHICAGO – (March 13, 2023) – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^® welcomes New American Funding (NAF) to its Solutions Group program of preferred business resources for its global network of 550 market-leading real estate firms. NAF offers a range of specialized joint venture models tailored to the unique needs and sizes of their partners.

NAF is one of the nation’s top mortgage lenders and takes pride in being the largest woman-owned and Hispanic-owned mortgage company in the country. NAF is an industry leader in serving underserved communities, originating billions in loans each year and servicing 95% of them. This model allows NAF to help brokerages diversify revenue streams, build customer loyalty, and successfully adapt to any market. With an extensive range of loan programs, competitive rates, and industry-leading turn times, NAF helps brokerages cater to the diverse needs of clients, while increasing homeownership among underserved communities.

“NAF is a company that values diversity and inclusivity, and it shows in their commitment to providing a wide range of loan programs and their dedication to serving underserved communities. With a strong focus on customer service and a management team with decades of experience, NAF is a top choice for anyone seeking a reliable and trustworthy mortgage lender,” said LeadingRE Vice President, Sales/Partnerships Jeff Kennedy.

Learn more about New American Funding at www.newamericanfunding.com. Learn more about Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^® at www.LeadingRE.com.

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About New American Funding
New American Funding is an independent mortgage lender with a servicing portfolio of 244,700+ loans for approximately $64.5 billion and more than 165 nationwide locations. In 2022, New American Funding was ranked #1 by J.D. Power in Customer Satisfaction among Mortgage Servicers. The company was also named #18 on the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For^® in 2022. The company offers state-of-the-art career training and provides its branch Loan Officers with innovative technologies to streamline the mortgage process.

About Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^®
Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^® (LeadingRE.com) is a global network of top independent real estate firms, with 550 companies and 136,000 sales associates in over 70 countries. LeadingRE supports its members with powerful connections to other market leaders and access to innovative, performance-driven programs. LeadingRE is also active in commercial real estate, with over 200 firms in 20 countries specializing in the commercial arena.

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– Realtor.com^®offers lead-generation, brand-building and marketing solutions. –

 

CHICAGO – (February 15, 2023) – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® has added Realtor.com^® to its Solutions Group program of preferred business resources for its global network of 550 market leading real estate firms.

As one of the most-visited real estate sites in the U.S., Realtor.com® attracts millions of people every  month to brokers’ listings, at no cost. Realtor.com^® offers business solutions, resources, training and market insights to help agents and brokers succeed in an on-demand world.

“We are thrilled to welcome Realtor.com® to Solutions Group. Realtor.com^® is a valuable tool for real  estate professionals, providing a wide range of services that can help them market their listings,  generate leads and grow their business,” said LeadingRE Vice President, Sales/Partnerships Jeff  Kennedy.

Operating in all 50 states, Realtor.com® is well-positioned to serve LeadingRE’s membership.

“With more than 25 years in the industry, Realtor.com^® has a long history of helping real estate professionals build thriving businesses,” said Realtor.com® SVP, Industry Relations Bob Evans. “We collaborate and partner with our customers and stakeholders across the real estate landscape to create and deliver the products and services agents and brokers need in today’s market. We’re excited about deepening our relationship with LeadingRE as we work together to support broker and agent success, today and into the future.”

Learn more about the products, services and resources Realtor.com^® offers brokers and agents at realtor.com/marketing/resources. Learn more about Leading Real  Estate Companies of the World® at LeadingRE.com.

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About Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^®

Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^® (LeadingRE.com) is a global network of top independent real estate firms, with 550 companies and 136,000 sales associates in over 70 countries. LeadingRE supports its members with powerful connections to other market leaders and access to innovative, performance-driven programs. LeadingRE is also active in commercial real estate, with over 200 firms in 20 countries specializing in the commercial arena.

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CHICAGO – January 9, 2023 – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE), the global network of quality real estate firms, welcomed 50 new member firms in 21 countries in 2022. The global network encompasses 550 member firms, with more than 136,000 sales associates in over 70 countries.

The newest member firms include businesses from Antigua & Barbuda, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Cyprus, Germany, Indonesia, Türkiye, Italy, Malaysia, Mexico, Nicaragua, Philippines, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, Turks and Caicos Islands, the United Kingdom and the United States.

“We are thrilled to welcome so many excellent firms to our network, adding coverage in key markets around the world,” said LeadingRE President and CEO, Paul Boomsma. “As the market evolves, our mission is to provide timely tools, resources and networking opportunities to help these real estate leaders be even more successful.”

Companies selected for membership in LeadingRE are recognized for their commitment to a quality customer experience and their superior knowledge of both local and global real estate markets.

New members by region include:

Asia-Pacific:

Arcadia Consulting, Singapore City, Singapore

Carey Real Estate, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Hoppler Inc., Makati City, Philippines

INTEREALTOR, George Town, Penang, Malaysia

Kith and Kin Realty, Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

ROOF21, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chon Buri, Thailand

UNREAL BALI, Kabupaten Badung, Bali, Indonesia

Canada:

Boyes Group Realty Inc., Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

Creativ Realty Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada

Innovation Realty Ltd., Kanata, Ontario, Canada

Lake City Realty LTD., Brokerage, Sudbury, Ontario, Canada

Paul Rushforth Real Estate Inc., Brokerage, Orleans, Ontario, Canada

Revel Realty Inc Brokerage, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

Royal Service Real Estate, Cobourg, Ontario, Canada

Europe and Middle East:

Baumann Estate AG, Thalwil, Zurich, Switzerland

Burnier & Cie SA, Nyon, Vaud, Switzerland

Casaiberia Mediação Imobiliária Lda, Lagoa, Algarve, Portugal

EVBodrum | TANBAY Consulting, Bodrum, Türkiye

M.E. Estates – Private Brokerage, Cadiz, Spain

M.Residence Ltd., Engomi, Cyprus

Maior Capital, Olbia, Sassari, Italy

Modern, Lisbon, Portugal

One Global Property Services (UK) Limited, London, United Kingdom

Predibisa – Sociedade de Mediação Imobiliária, Porto, Portugal

Savills Residential Agency, Berlin, Germany

Steffen Landauf GmbH, Karlsruhe, Germany

Walde Immobilien AG, Zurich, Switzerland

Latin America and the Caribbean:

Caribbean Luxury Villas, Seatons, St. Phillip, Antigua & Barbuda

Candy King Real Estate, Manzanillo, Colima, Mexico

Homes in Paradise By Grace Bay Realty, Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

PRC PROPIEDAD RAIZ COLOMBIA, Cali, Valle Del Cauca, Colombia

Trinity Real Estate Nicaragua, San Juan del Sur, Rivas, Nicaragua

WhereInRio Luxury Real Estate, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

United States:

@properties, Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Ind.

Acre Realty, Ltd., Appleton, Wis.

Boone, Hill, Allen & Ricks, Rocky Mount, N.C.

Capstone Realty, Huntsville, Ala.

Coastal Properties Group International, Clearwater Beach, Fla.

Dahlquist Realtors, Great Falls, Mont.

Edge Realty, Cape Girardeau, Mo.

Elfant Wissahickon Realtors, Philadelphia, Pa.

iRealty Arkansas, Sherwood, Ark.

Preferred, Realtors LTD, Plymouth, Mich.

PROACTIVE Real Estate, Holden Beach, N.C.

Reve | Realtors, New Orleans, La.

Christie’s International Real Estate Sereno, Los Gatos, Calif.

The Moore Group – A Division of the Litchfield Company, Orangeburg, S.C.

Village Real Estate, Nashville, Tenn.

Houlihan Lawrence Wareck D’Ostilio, Milford, Conn.

WEICHERT, REALTORS® – Ford Brothers, Somerset, Ky.

 

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About Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®

Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE.com) is a global network of top independent real estate firms, with 550 companies and 136,000 sales associates in over 70 countries. LeadingRE supports its members with powerful connections to other market leaders and access to innovative, performance-driven programs. LeadingRE is also active in commercial real estate, with over 200 firms in 20 countries specializing in the commercial arena.

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MAXA Designs offers customizable branded marketing templates with digital platform.

 

CHICAGO – (December 1, 2022) – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® welcomes MAXA Designs to its Solutions Group program of preferred business resources for its global network of 550 market-leading real estate firms. MAXA works with brokerages and marketing teams to create print, social media, and email marketing with custom preloaded templates.

MAXA’s digital platform makes marketing materials and templates customizable by staff and agents, with restriction features that lock critical brand elements. In addition, integrations with the MLS property data feed and a relationship with Xpressdocs makes national printing easy. Their SSO already works with all the leading back-end and CRM platforms in the industry.

“MAXA makes marketing simple and easy, with a modern interface and solutions for print, online and social. Brokerages can white label MAXA’s services and technology to allow agents and teams freedom with marketing, while still protecting the company’s brand integrity,” said LeadingRE Vice President, Sales/Partnerships Jeff Kennedy.

Operating in all 50 states, MAXA Designs is well-positioned to serve LeadingRE’s membership.

“Our collaboration with the top brokerages within LeadingRE has dramatically improved our marketing center platform and services for the real estate industry. We are excited for other LeadingRE affiliates to take advantage of what we’ve built so far,” explained James Wong, CEO, and founder of MAXA Designs.

Learn more about MAXA Designs at www.maxadesigns.com. Learn more about Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^® at www.LeadingRE.com.

 

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About MAXA Designs

MAXA Designs has partnered with over 20+ LeadingRE affiliated brokerage brands to provide a custom, white-labeled marketing center and print production design studio. Offering staff and agents marketing materials and templates for printing, social media, and email marketing. MAXA offers a unique hybrid service where their design team in Los Angeles helps brokerages create and design a marketing suite of templates. Each client is launched with over 150+ exclusive design templates for their brand.

 

About Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^®

Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^® (LeadingRE.com) is a global network of top independent real estate firms, with 550 companies and 136,000 sales associates in over 70 countries. LeadingRE supports its members with powerful connections to other market leaders and access to innovative, performance-driven programs. LeadingRE is also active in commercial real estate, with over 200 firms in 20 countries specializing in the commercial arena.

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– HomeStack offers a custom branded mobile app tailored to real estate teams of all sizes. –

CHICAGO – (November 1, 2022) – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^® has added HomeStack to its Solutions Group program of preferred business resources for its global network of 550 market-leading real estate firms. HomeStack codes, develops, distributes and maintains white-labeled mobile applications for real estate teams and brokerages.

HomeStack’s tailored app can be utilized by brokers, agents and buyers. Brokers can use the application for recruiting, retention and tracking agent productivity. Agents can utilize the app to improve communication and collaboration with clients. HomeStack provides consumers with easy-to-use mobile application for a personalized home search experience.

“In our mobile world, having a powerful app is essential. HomeStack makes it easy for brokerages to build their own user-friendly app with powerful tools for brokers, agents and clients. HomeStack helps drive productivity and leads for brokers and agents, while simplifying the home search process for consumers,” said LeadingRE Vice President, Sales/Partnerships Jeff Kennedy.

Operating in over 30 states with exclusive listings feature that allows users to input inventory, HomeStack is well-positioned to serve LeadingRE’s membership.

“Since inception, HomeStack has cultivated strong relationships with the best independent real estate companies in the world. When we reflect on these relationships, there are a few traits that separate them from the rest. These brokerages all have tremendous leadership and disciplined agents, and they are a part of LeadingRE. We value our relationship with LeadingRE and the real estate community that is a part of it. As Henry Ford puts it, ‘Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success’,” explained Will Grewal, CEO of HomeStack.

Learn more about HomeStack at www.homestack.com. Learn more about Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® at www.LeadingRE.com.

 

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About HomeStack

HomeStack is the leading mobile application development company in the real estate tech space. We provide a comprehensive branded app tailored to brokerages and teams of all sizes. HomeStack’s white labeled mobile apps empower millions of people – from buyers and sellers to individual real estate agents, teams, and brokerages. HomeStack provides clients with the most impactful, stylish and easy to use mobile application for a personalized home search experience.

 

About Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^®

Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^® (LeadingRE.com) is a global network of top independent real estate firms, with 550 companies and 136,000 sales associates in over 70 countries. LeadingRE supports its members with powerful connections to other market leaders and access to innovative, performance-driven programs. LeadingRE is also active in commercial real estate, with over 200 firms in 20 countries specializing in the commercial arena.

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Click here to see photos of award winners and other event highlights in the Global Symposium photo gallery, courtesy of AJ Canaria, MoxiWorks.

 

CHICAGO – (October 10, 2022) – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^® honored member achievement during its Global Symposium, which took place September 29 – October 1 in Cascais, Portugal. The Symposium attracted top real estate professionals from 30 countries who came together to network, discuss key trends in the real estate market, experience new cultures and explore global business practices.

Symposium participants are members of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^® (LeadingRE), an invitation-only network that connects the best local and regional independent real estate firms worldwide. Awards were presented by LeadingRE Chairman of the Board Mike Pappas, The Keyes Company and Illustrated Properties (Miami, Fla., U.S.).

International Property Agent (Tokyo, Japan) received the Platinum Award. Presented for the first time this year, the Platinum Award recognizes the company that has best demonstrated commitment and excellence through their LeadingRE membership.

Barfoot & Thompson (Auckland, New Zealand) was presented the Global Vanguard Award for exceptional achievements in technology, sales volume and agent recruitment and retention.

Berry Everitt, Chas Everitt International Property Group (Johannesburg, South Africa), earned the prestigious Global Leadership Award for his extreme generosity of time and commitment in supporting LeadingRE’s global strength and growth.

Kimberly Barkoff, Brown Harris Stevens (New York, N.Y., U.S.), James Puddle, One Global Group (Hong Kong) and Kevin Skipworth, Dexter Realty (Vancouver, BC Canada) received the Global Ambassador Award based on active participation in LeadingRE on many levels, their promotion of the network worldwide and their service as role models for other members.

Ginesta Immobilien (Kusnacht, Switzerland) was presented with the Global Referral Production Award in recognition of sending the most outgoing referrals this year among companies outside of North America, demonstrating worldwide service capabilities.

Maker Advisory (Sydney, Australia) and Groupe Immobilier Mercure France (Toulouse, France) earned the Long Distance Referral Award for collaborating on the referral that traveled the greatest distance for a transaction – 17,317 km from Sydney to Lourdes, France. Groupe Immobilier Mercure France also earned the Referral Service Excellence Award for above-and-beyond service and professionalism in handling a challenging cross-border referral.

Jones Lang LaSalle Residential Portugal (Lisbon, Portugal) was recognized with the Referral Innovator Award for their creativity in leveraging their LeadingRE relationships to generate referral business, incoming or outgoing.

DFH Real Estate (Victoria, BC Canada) won the Referral Accelerator Award for its commitment to increasing referral awareness and assisting clients outside their local market by making introductions to fellow members.

One Caribbean Estates (Holetown, Barbados) earned the Luxury Trendsetter Award for leadership in the affluent real estate space and exemplary engagement with Luxury Portfolio International^®, a Leading Real Estate Companies of the World’s luxury marketing division.

According to LeadingRE President, Global Operations, “Celebrating the achievements of our members in such a beautiful setting with such a globally diverse audience was a highlight of the Global Symposium. This type of support, camaraderie and focus on excellence is a cornerstone of our community.”

For more information about LeadingRE, visit LeadingRE.com.

 

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About Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®

Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World^® (LeadingRE.com) is a global network of top independent real estate firms, with 550 companies and 136,000 sales associates in over 70 countries. Network members participated in over 1.2 million global transactions. LeadingRE supports its members with powerful connections to other market leaders and access to innovative, performance-driven programs. Its online learning platform, LeadingRE Institute, was named to Training magazine’s Top 10 Hall of Fame. LeadingRE is also active in commercial real estate, with 200 firms in over 20 countries specializing in the commercial arena.

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