The Agency Earns Top RealTrends Honors for 2026

Lucía Torres · 2026-06-05

The 2026 RealTrends rankings are out, and The Agency's team members from coast to coast have been recognized among the nation's highest-achieving real estate professionals. It's a big deal for anyone in the industry, and we couldn't be prouder of what our agents and teams have accomplished. We're thrilled to share that 11 individual agents and three teams have earned spots on the RealTrends The Thousand list — that's the one advertised in The Wall Street Journal, ranking the country's 1,000 highest producers. On top of that, more than 330 of our agents and teams were named to the RealTrends Verified list, which honors the top 1.5% of real estate professionals nationwide. These are some of the most respected rankings in the U.S. real estate world, and they reflect the hard work our people put in every day. ### What These Rankings Mean RealTrends is known for being the gold standard when it comes to measuring real estate success. The lists are based on actual sales volume and transactions from the previous year, so they're a true reflection of performance. For 2026, the rankings use 2025 data, which means our agents and teams had an incredible year. "We are so proud to see so many of our agents recognized on the RealTrends The Thousand and RealTrends Verified lists this year — what an amazing showing!" said Rainy Hake Austin, President of The Agency. "These rankings are a reflection of the commitment our agents bring to their clients every single day, and the way they show up for one another along the way. Congratulations to all of them, this recognition is so well deserved."  ### The Thousand: Top Producers by Volume and Sides Let's break down who made the cut. For RealTrends The Thousand, our agents ranked by sales volume include some familiar names and rising stars: - Chris Resop - Tracy McLaughlin - Dana Trotter - Craig Knizek - Santiago Arana - Sandro Dazzan - Blair Chang - Chris Paoli - Jill Fusari - Rita Whitney And by number of transactions (sides), Dirk Hmura earned a spot. Small teams recognized by volume include The Umansky Team and the George Ouzounian & Gina Michelle Team. For large teams, Team Nurit & Alex was honored both by volume and by sides.  ### RealTrends Verified: A Broader Honor Beyond The Thousand, more than 330 of our agents and teams made the RealTrends Verified list. This is a massive achievement — it covers the top 1.5% of all licensed real estate professionals in the country. In total, 29,686 sales associates and 14,853 teams from every state are featured this year. Our honorees span multiple states, including Alaska, Arizona, and California. Here's a quick look at some of the standout names: **Alaska:** The Mehner Weiser Real Estate Group (small team) **Arizona:** Clayton Wolfe, Debbie Sinani, Frank DiMaggio **California:** A huge list of individuals including Adi Perez, Blair Chang, Craig Knizek, and many more — from Adrienne Herkes to Hovik Pakha. ### Why This Matters for Our Clients When you work with a RealTrends-recognized agent, you're working with someone who's proven they can deliver results. These rankings aren't handed out lightly. They're based on real numbers — homes sold, dollars moved, clients served. For buyers and sellers, it's a sign that you're in capable hands. We believe this recognition is just the beginning. Our agents are committed to going above and beyond for every client, and these honors show that commitment pays off. If you're thinking about buying or selling a home, reach out to one of our recognized professionals. You'll see the difference that top-tier service makes. For more details, you can visit the RealTrends site to see the full lists. But for now, we're celebrating our team's success — and looking forward to even more in the years ahead.