# Big Moves in Real Estate | Real Estate News

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Podcast: [Real Estate News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/real-estate-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7843453)
Published: 2026-07-18T12:17:30+00:00
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## Resource

Big moves are shaking up the real estate world as top brands expand and merge to dominate markets. Sotheby’s International Realty just acquired The Kogevinas Group in Montecito, a luxury powerhouse that’s already smashed sales targets. Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Realty Connect is growing in Pennsylvania with a major merger that brings them close to 1,200 agents. In North Carolina, Garrett Osborne’s team now operates under Compass, blending decades of local expertise with tech-driven innovation. Texas’ REMAX is expanding into West Columbia with a new office led by Broker/Owner Bridget Hensley. And eXp Realty has welcomed Carmen Mercado, a seasoned industry veteran and former national president of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals, to elevate their leadership and reach. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e938be9699897d3f

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