Brokerage Beat: News from Hanna, Real, CB, C21, United, more 

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.

Howard Hanna gains another 400 agents with latest merger

Howard Hanna Real Estate announced another merger this week — its third since late October — joining forces with Ohio-based Home Experts Realty. 

Founded in 2011, Home Experts has grown to nearly 400 agents, establishing itself as a leading independent brokerage in the region.

The merger strengthens Hanna's presence in Ohio, uniting the two companies around a shared mission of agent support, innovative client service and relationship-building, the company said.

"Home Experts Realty has built a strong, values-driven foundation that aligns perfectly with Howard Hanna's mission and culture," Shawn Adams, president of Hanna's Ohio South Central region, said in the announcement.

Home Experts' president and principal broker, Clyde Corle, said he expects the partnership "will prove to have a major impact on real estate in Southwest Ohio," adding that gaining access to Hanna's resources and sharing knowledge between the firms "will be powerful." 

Between Hanna's two other recent mergers — with Big Hill Realty in Dayton, Ohio, and The Alliance Group Realty in Hilton Head, S.C. — and this latest venture with Home Experts, Howard Hanna Real Estate has added more than 600 agents to its roster in just over two months.

Austin's Spyglass Realty joins Real, adding 140 agents

Ryan Rodenbeck's Spyglass Realty, a top-producing independent brokerage in the Austin area, has joined Real under its Private Label program. The program allows brokerages to retain their brand identity while benefiting from Real's tech offerings and compensation structures — including revenue sharing.

With 140 agents and a 2024 sales volume nearing $400 million, Spyglass Realty significantly expands Real's presence in Texas, the company said. 

Founded in 2008 by Rodenbeck, Spyglass Realty has grown from a small team to a regional player with more than 100 agents, expanding into Houston in late 2024. The firm has received multiple accolades, including the Austin Board of Realtors' Indy Broker of the Year in 2019 and five consecutive Best Place to Work honors from the Austin Business Journal.

Rodenbeck, a 2025 board member of the Austin Board of Realtors, also leads #RealtyHack, a content platform featuring a popular podcast and Austin's largest real estate conference.

"Spyglass Realty, under Ryan Rodenbeck's visionary leadership, epitomizes what it means to be both innovative and deeply rooted in service," Real President Sharran Srivatsaa said in the announcement. "Ryan's early adoption of technology, paired with a relentless focus on empowering experienced agents, has transformed the way real estate is done," Srivatsaa added. 

Massachusetts team leaves Compass for Coldwell Banker

The Kevin Lewis Group, a top-performing real estate team previously affiliated with Compass New England, has joined Coldwell Banker Realty's Hingham office, the company announced this week.

Led by Kevin Lewis, the team has achieved nearly $500 million in sales volume since its founding in 2018. Lewis, a Cohasset native now residing in Boston, brings a deep understanding of the affluent and in-demand South Shore market. Since 2011, Lewis has sold over $1 billion in real estate, solidifying his reputation as one of the South Shore's most successful brokers.

His team includes experienced agents Daniel Arnao, Aidan Flanagan and John Ivanoff, all known for their concierge approach to real estate and commitment to exceptional client service.

"This move allows us to elevate our customer service by aligning with a brand that has a strong presence locally and beyond. The extensive resources and support will help us better serve our clients," Lewis said in the announcement. 

C21's top Connecticut brokerage adds high-power team

Century 21 AllPoints Realty, a family-owned firm founded in 1989, has a new addition: The award-winning Lisa Cozzi Team, led by Lisa Cozzi, has moved to C21 after seven years with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices.

The team closed $120 million in sales in 2024, and both Cozzi and the team have received industry and business honors including the CoStar Power Broker award and recognition on the Hartford Business Journal's Power 25 Real Estate list. Cozzi has worked as a real estate broker since 2002.

While based in Connecticut, the team will work with buyers, sellers and investors throughout C21 AllPoints' service area, which spans Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New York and Florida. AllPoints has 18 offices and over 600 sales professionals in the region.

In addition to residential real estate, the team has deep expertise in investment and commercial properties as well as land sales.

"We are thrilled to have Lisa and The Cozzi Team join Century 21 AllPoints," said PJ Louis, VP and GM, in a news release. "They are one of the top teams in the United States with an innovative growth mindset and we look forward to helping her team achieve their goals."

United goes commercial in NOLA

United Real Estate Partners has announced the launch of its new Commercial Division in the Greater New Orleans region. The division will operate from the company's office in the historic Garden District in central New Orleans and focus on commercial property sales and leasing.

Leading the division is Mike Mito, an industry veteran who previously served as director of commercial sales for JPAR Gulf South Real Estate and president of the commercial investment division of NOMAR.

Joining Mito is Aujenee Johnson, a commercial real estate advisor specializing in analysis, sales and leasing. Johnson will focus on identifying opportunities, negotiating deals and advising clients with expertise, the company said.

"This launch cements our role as a comprehensive real estate brokerage," said United Partners CEO Tom Bookhardt. "With Mike Mito and Aujenee Johnson at the helm, we are poised to meet every real estate need and deliver unparalleled service."

United Real Estate Partners has been growing quickly following two mergers in 2024. Team Geaux Realty joined in February, and Real Estate Resource Group merged with the firm in November, bringing Partners' agent count to 200.

Compass brings in new leadership for S. Florida operations

Compass has announced significant leadership appointments to strengthen its presence in Florida and the Southeast amid rising demand for luxury properties, the company announced this week. 

Nikol Solares, a veteran of high-end development and marketing, joins Compass as senior managing director of new development marketing. With over 20 years of experience, Solares has led sales for premier developments, including The Residences at Ritz Carlton Miami Beach and Arte Surfside. Previously, she oversaw over $2 billion in luxury pre-construction inventory as SVP of sales and marketing at Douglas Elliman Development Marketing.

"I'm thrilled to join Compass at such a dynamic time," Solares said in the announcement. "This is an incredible opportunity to leverage my experience and contribute to Compass' continued growth."

In addition to Solares' appointment, the company promoted Adam Vellano to principal broker and managing director of South Florida. A respected industry leader, Vellano brings over two decades of experience and multiple accolades, including recognition as Florida Realtors' Educator of the Year. Erika Sheridan was also promoted and will now serve as senior director of marketing and operations for the Southeast.

"These appointments reinforce Compass' commitment to excellence and expansion in luxury markets," said Jeff Polashuk, Compass regional VP.

More brokerage news

The Agency has launched an office in San Antonio — the company's fifth office in Texas — continuing its rapid growth by adding to its 130 offices worldwide. The office will be led by Managing Partner Miguel Herrera and located in the upscale Dominion neighborhood. 

Century 21 has expanded into central Utah with the affiliation of female-led Sanpete Valley Realty in Ephraim, now operating as Century 21 Essentials Realty. Principal Broker Tiffany Alder-Bown said that she plans to leverage Century 21's technology and tools to double the company's size and expand its territory.

BHGRE has welcomed Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Mann Global Properties, led by Greg Mann, as its newest affiliate in Central Florida. Based in Altamonte Springs, the 15-year-old firm supports 40 agents across three offices and specializes in residential real estate, property management and luxury homes.