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The world’s largest and fastest-growing family-owned real estate giant proves why Wall Street is no match for heart-driven business
LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif.April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The real estate industry is at a turning point. As Wall Street elites and large conglomerates race to consolidate and acquire, Realty ONE Group International is also making a powerful push. Now, the organization further solidifies its position as the world’s largest and fastest-growing family-owned franchise, sending a clear message: Size without soul means nothing.
Amid a wave of large-scale mergers and corporate restructuring, while this trend signals a shift toward scale and efficiency, it also prompts real estate professionals and entrepreneurs to reexamine independence, corporate culture, and career choices.
The Magic of COOLTURE
For founder and CEO Kuba Jewgieniew, the secret to the company’s explosive global dominance isn’t found in financial statements—it stems from Realty ONE Group’s COOLTURE (Cool + Culture).
Jewgieniew stated: “Wall Street pushes cold deals, but we create magic. The essence and soul of this business is our COOLTURE. It’s this energy that attracts the best talent in the industry. This energy can’t be manufactured in a boardroom, nor can it be found in a company handbook. COOLTURE is the root of our victory.“
A Legacy of Credibility: RE/MAX’s 35-Year Industry Benchmark
Beyond its strong leadership team, Realty ONE Group also benefits from decades of experience and the unparalleled credibility of Realty ONE Group Honorary President and former RE/MAX President Vinnie Tracey.
Tracey said: “I’ve witnessed every industry cycle, every merger and consolidation, and every so-called ‘new trend’ over the past 50 years. The success of any brand hinges on leadership and vision. What we’re building now with COOLTURE is the future. We put entrepreneurs and agents first, ensuring they have the choice and freedom to succeed in their careers.“
Realty ONE Group, known as the UNBrokerage platform leading the transformation of the real estate industry, remains family-operated and entrepreneur-focused, with a business footprint expanding to nearly 30 countries and regions worldwide. The brand has built a reputation with its bold, modern operational philosophy, championing freedom, empowerment, 100% commission return, and fostering a strong ONE Family atmosphere and community cohesion.
Tracey remarked: “Understanding the real estate industry is important, but as a franchisor and strategic partner for entrepreneurs, there’s another layer: agents want to build a culture-driven environment that supports and empowers them at every stage of their careers. Realty ONE Group is clearly the winner of the future.“
In an increasingly consolidated industry, Realty ONE Group continues to attract top agents, teams, and franchisees worldwide who are seeking a more aligned, values-driven platform with a better fit.
The brand boasts over 450 locations and more than 20,000 real estate professionals across nearly 30 countries and regions. As it expands its global footprint, the brand remains steadfast in its mission to “change lives through real estate.”
For more information, visit https://www.realtyonegroup.com/.
About Realty ONE Group International
Realty ONE Group International is one of the fastest-growing, purpose-driven modern lifestyle brands in real estate, with a core mission of opening doors for people around the world: one family at a time, one dream at a time, one life at a time. With its proven business model, full-service brokerage, vibrant COOLTURE, exceptional business training through ONE University, outstanding support services, and proprietary technology zONE, the organization has rapidly grown into a powerhouse spanning nearly 30 countries and regions with over 450 offices and more than 20,000 real estate professionals. Named the #1 Real Estate Brand by Entrepreneur magazine for three consecutive years, the company is surging ahead, opening doors not only for clients but also for real estate professionals and franchise owners. For more information, visit www.RealtyONEGroup.com.