The Agency: #2 Independent Brokerage in the U.S. for 2026

Lucía Torres · 2026-04-06

We've got some incredible news to share. The Agency has just been ranked as the #2 independent brokerage in the entire country on RISMedia's 2026 Power Broker Report. That's a huge deal. We also landed at #12 overall among all U.S. brokerages by sales volume. Honestly, it's a testament to the incredible work happening across our network every single day. This isn't just a list. RISMedia's Power Broker Report is the industry's definitive ranking, now in its 38th year. It looks at the top 1,000 brokerages nationwide, ranking them purely by closed sales volume. This year's results are based on our 2025 performance, and they show something clear: our growth isn't slowing down. It's accelerating, across both our corporate offices and our franchise partners. ### What the Numbers Tell Us Let's talk about what this ranking actually means. The data behind it is pretty staggering. In 2025, The Agency closed a whopping $17.9 billion in total sales volume. Think about that for a second. That's a remarkable 28.5% increase from the year before. We're not just moving more money; we're facilitating more deals. Our agents closed 15,448 transactions, which is an 18.1% jump year-over-year. By transaction volume alone, we ranked #22 among the nation's top firms. It's one thing to have a big ticket sale here and there. It's another to consistently close thousands of deals, helping that many clients achieve their real estate goals. That's the real story here. ### The Credit Goes to Our Community When we got the news, Rainy Austin, our President, said it perfectly. "This recognition truly belongs to our agents," she said. "Every day, they show up with an extraordinary level of dedication, going above and beyond for their clients, and representing The Agency brand with integrity." She's absolutely right. This ranking isn't about a corporate logo. It's a direct reflection of the hard work, hustle, and heart of our agents. It's also about the amazing in-house marketing teams and support staff who have their backs. Being named a top independent brokerage means we're doing things our way, and it's working. We're building something special together. ### Why Being an Independent Brokerage Matters You might wonder, what's the big deal about being an "independent" brokerage? In an industry with many large franchises, independence gives us agility. It allows us to pivot, to innovate on the fly, and to truly put our agents' and clients' needs first without a rigid corporate playbook. This #2 ranking proves that model isn't just viable—it's thriving. - **Agent-Centric Culture:** Our focus is empowering agents, not enforcing policies. - **Local Market Expertise:** Our offices operate with deep community knowledge. - **Collaborative Spirit:** We share wins and strategies across the entire network. Rainy put it best: "I am endlessly inspired by what The Agency’s community continues to achieve together." That inspiration fuels everything we do. This report is a fantastic milestone, but it's really just a snapshot of our momentum. It shows what's possible when talented, dedicated people come together under a shared vision of redefining real estate. Looking ahead, we're more motivated than ever. This recognition from RISMedia is a powerful validation of our path. It tells us that our approach—blending high-touch service with impressive scale—is resonating. For our agents, it's a badge of honor. For our clients, it's a promise of expertise and results. Here's to the next chapter.