Brokerage Beat: News from eXp, Sotheby's Realty, CB Warburg 

Editor's note: The brokerage business is a busy one, with frequent moves, mergers and milestones. Here we highlight some of the latest activity among brokerages across the U.S.

New Jersey team joins eXp 

Jeff Quintin is bringing his 15-agent team to eXp after eight years at Keller Williams. The Quintin Group, founded in 1992, serves southern New Jersey and the Philadelphia metro area.

The team's combined sales volume exceeds $1 billion, with more than 5,000 transactions spanning vacation properties, primary residences, new construction, investments and commercial properties. Among Quintin's clients are athletes with the Philadelphia Eagles, Phillies and Flyers.

Quintin said the decision to join eXp following lengthy stints at KW and Berkshire Hathaway was largely financial, with eXp offering lower operating costs and more revenue streams — but "this move isn't just about business," he noted, highlighting a collaborative culture and the ability to build his personal brand as other drivers.

"eXp provides the freedom to focus on my passion for coaching agents, growing my team, and creating a sustainable exit strategy," Quintin added. 

Leo Pareja, eXp Realty CEO, described Quintin as "the kind of top-tier talent that thrives in eXp's innovative ecosystem."

Sotheby's Oklahoma affiliate acquires Kansas City firm

Oklahoma's only Sotheby's Realty franchise — Sage Sotheby's International Realty — has expanded its reach into neighboring Kansas and Missouri with the acquisition of Element Sotheby's International Realty.

Founded in 2014 by Andy Bash, Element serves the Kansas City metropolitan area and is "an extraordinary company that aligns perfectly with our vision and values," said Rob Allen, CEO of Sage Sotheby's International Realty. 

"This acquisition strengthens our ability to empower agents with best-in-class tools and resources while elevating the real estate experience in Kansas City," Allen added.

"This partnership brings together two companies that share a passion for innovation, professionalism, and making a positive impact on their communities," said Bash. "It's an exciting opportunity to enhance what we offer in Kansas City while benefiting from Sage's leadership and resources. Together, we're poised to set new benchmarks for real estate in the region."

Element will now operate under the Sage brand. Sage was founded in 2017 and affiliated with Sotheby's Realty in 2019.

Manhattan firm expands into Brooklyn, adds agents

Coldwell Banker Warburg, a leading player in the New York City luxury market, announced the launch of its first Brooklyn office and the addition of six new agents in Manhattan. 

The firm's offices in Tribeca and the Upper East Side will now be complemented by a new branch in Brooklyn's DUMBO neighborhood "to help our agents meet the demands of its fast-paced market," said Kevelyn Guzman, Regional VP at Coldwell Banker Warburg. 

"We're ready to continue to serve Brooklyn's unique needs with the same expertise and personalized touch that define our work in Manhattan. With this office as our home base, we look forward to forging new relationships, serving our clients, and expanding our role in building Brooklyn's ongoing story," Guzman added.

Across the river in Manhattan, six agents and brokers have joined the firm:

• Broker Susan Katz, a 25-year industry veteran with more than $400 million in lifetime sales

• Broker Patricia Gilman, a New York native with nearly a decade of experience

• Agent Anna Gorelik, a home furnishings entrepreneur who entered real estate six years ago

• Agent Emily Halpin, who focuses on wellness and transforming homes into healthy living spaces

• Agent Ava Anz, a salesperson who grew up in the commercial development and brokerage world

• Agent Matteo Romani, who transitioned to real estate after a long career in the hospitality industry