Realty Executives International (REI) is proud to announce that 46 of its Executives and teams across the United States have been recognized in the 2026 RealTrends Best Real Estate Agents rankings — one of the most prestigious performance-based distinctions in the residential real estate industry. Honorees span four competitive categories: Individual Agents, Small Teams, Medium Teams, and Large Teams, with rankings determined by closed sales volume and transaction sides.
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After more than two decades in corporate America, Maribel Salgado-Little, CRS, took a leap of faith that would reshape both her career and her connection to the community she serves.
In May 2014, after 23 years with a Fortune 500 telecommunications company, Maribel Salgado-Little made a career transition into real estate. She joined the Realty Executives Elite office in Lemont, Illinois—drawing on her corporate background, she quickly built a reputation for strong client relationships and results-driven service.
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With more than 20 years in the Louisiana and Mississippi real estate markets, Tammy Randles has built a reputation as a devoted and hands-on leader. Early on, she recognized two passions—investment properties and helping others—and seamlessly merged them into a thriving career as a broker. Today, as owner of Realty Executives SELA, Tammy leads by example, fostering mentorship relationships with her associates. “I’m a dive-in headfirst kind of team leader,” she says, demonstrating through her own client interactions what it means to excel in real estate.
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Realty Executives Premier is proud to announce the upcoming grand opening of its newest office in Wheaton, Illinois, on October 15. This dynamic new location is supported by Broker/Owner Mike Tezak and launches with an accomplished team of founding members including Paula Schatz, Becky Vanderveen, Eric Logan, and eight other seasoned Executives.
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Realty Executives International and Realty Executives Associates of Knoxville, Tennessee congratulate agent Trent Rogers on being named a RisMedia 2025 Rookie of the Year! Out of thousands of agents, Trent was selected as the South Regional winner. The winner of this award exemplifies a strong sales record, commitment to the industry, and promising future in real estate.
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In the heart of Southern California’s dynamic real estate market, the Doan Team stands out not just for their expertise, but for the heart and soul they bring to every transaction. Scott and Caroline Doan, a husband-and-wife duo affiliated with Realty Executives Temecula Valley, exemplify what it means to build a real estate business grounded in integrity, trust, and authentic connection.
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The real estate industry is filled with ambitious professionals, but few reach the heights of success and influence achieved by Gary Cirillo of Realty Executives Priority One Limited. Widely regarded as a trailblazer in his field, he has redefined what it means to excel in real estate. Recognized by his tagline, “Ex Factor,” Cirillo has earned accolades as the top Executive in his office and secured numerous awards across Canada. His journey is a testament to the power of discipline, focus, and a relentless commitment to excellence.
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When it comes to global real estate, Dubai is at the top of the most-wanted list. From record-breaking property sales, to new developments raising standards in innovation and luxury, to September’s highly anticipated premiere of Million Dollar Listing UAE (the first international version of the hit series), the entire world continues to be captivated by the allure of Dubai – and foreign investors are capitalizing on it.
As Dubai’s economy and population have continued to rise, so has the influx of foreign real estate investors from all over the world, including Canada, India, the U.K., Russia, Germany, France, and even the U.S. Luxury real estate is the new global currency, and a safe and lucrative platform for investors looking to diversify their portfolios. This makes Dubai’s luxury real estate market an enticing asset for foreign real estate investors to consider.
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After several years in the corporate world, Executive Angie Wilder decided that traditional office life was not her style. As someone who is highly social and prioritizes relationships, she sought a career that provided both a continuous path forward and fulfillment. Angie jumped into the real estate industry as a marketing specialist but quickly determined that her calling was to help people who were in the middle of making the biggest financial decisions in life: buying and selling homes.
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As Realty Executives’ Jeff Ross and Renee Gaun were driving clients around their well-loved city of Flagstaff, Arizona, they were asked a common question:
Why don’t buyers’ agents show every property displaying a yard sign?
It’s a legitimate question from many prospective buyers, and an often-unrecognized service provided by the realtor. Read on to learn why a realtor may skip some homes, and how working with an Executive simplifies your home search.
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