Christie’s Real Estate names Gavin Swartzman as next president

Swartzman previously served for 11 years as CEO of Toronto-based Peerage Realty Partners. He is replacing former co-presidents Natalie Hamrick and Kevin Van Eck, Inman has learned exclusively. Continue reading

Bessette Flavin becomes Louisiana’s largest C21 affiliate

The newly formed brokerage is the result of a union between two longstanding, family-owned brokerages: Century 21 Bessette Realty, with 35 years in the business, and Flavin Realty, with 49 years of experience. Continue reading

This credit union has been sending leads to Anywhere for 36 years

Navy Federal RealtyPlus commission rebate program turns the credit union’s 14.5 million members into “high quality leads” for Better Homes and Gardens, Century 21, Coldwell Banker, Corcoran, ERA and Sotheby’s agents. Continue reading

Teams Spotlight: Michelle Fermin, The Fermin Group

Find out how Massachusetts real estate team leader Michelle Fermin got her start and where she’s planning to take her team next. Continue reading

C21 and Institute for Luxury Home Marketing launch collaboration

With the partnership, the companies have launched their first jointly branded quarterly luxury market report, and Century 21 agents will receive access to The Institute’s member benefits. Continue reading

Compass sues Northwest MLS, pulling Windermere along for a ride

The suit claims the multiple listing service is a “monopolist” with “no meaningful competitors” and that, as a broker-owned MLS, its Seattle area owners have an interest in limiting competition. Continue reading

Former Engel & Völkers CXO Peter Ianos joins The Agency

Ianos has been in the industry for more than two decades, and spent about 12 years at Engel & Völkers, where he served in a variety of leadership roles. Continue reading

Former Century 21 agent under fire for ‘I hope Trump deports you’ note

Former Century 21 agent Stephanie Lovins is under fire after allegedly writing, “I hope Trump deports you” on a restaurant receipt after growing angry over a coupon, according to reports. Continue reading

Anywhere’s Sue Yannaccone talks equity as ‘What Moves Her’ turns 5

As Women’s History Month begins, the Anywhere Brands CEO told Inman she was encouraged by women speaking up about industry scandal but stressed that continued education was necessary. Continue reading

Century 21 North East expands in Boston with Century 21 Celli

With this acquisition, Century 21 North East aims to strengthen its position in the real estate market by broadening its reach and enhancing the value it provides to clients. Continue reading