So you ask what about REMAX?
It all began as a dream and a plan on a pad of paper. Dave Liniger had a controversial idea to build a real estate powerhouse. He envisioned a world where experienced, productive agents would keep more of their commissions and enjoy the freedom to run their business as they saw fit.
About REMAX – The Leader in Real Estate
Liniger had experienced the maximum-commission model himself. He realized it would appeal to full-time, serious professionals who would rather contribute collectively to office expenses than settle for a traditional commission split.
Combining the model with robust marketing and other agent services for the first time was a revolutionary genius. It absolutely changed the real estate landscape forever.
The Beginnings
Along with Gail Main (who later became Gail Liniger), Dave founded RE/MAX in Denver, Colo., in January 1973. Naysayers and critics were everywhere, but Dave, Gail, and their core group – people like Bob Fisher and Daryl Jesperson – proved them all wrong.
They built the network’s foundation on hard work, belief, and resolve. And big things began to happen. In 1975, the network expanded outside Colorado when Dennis Curtin purchased a franchise in Kansas City.
Two years later, it went international, with the first Canadian brokerage in Calgary, Alberta. In 1978, the RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon made its maiden flight at the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta as part of a promotion conceived by the Regional Director in New Mexico.
A year later, the balloon became the network’s official logo; a global brand was born.
Steady Growth
Throughout the 1980s and ’90s, the REMAX agent count grew every single month, as it had since 1973. Agent count hit milestones along the way: the 5,000 mark in 1984, the 10,000 mark in 1986, the 25,000 mark in 1989, and the 50,000 mark in 1998.
Market share grew as well, and REMAX became No. 1 in many major markets across North America. In Canada, REMAX became No. 1 nationally in 1987, a position it has held ever since.
In the U.S., REMAX closed more than 1 million transaction sides in 1997, becoming the first real estate brand ever to reach that level of annual production. The accomplishment cemented the slogan that “Nobody in the world sells more real estate than REMAX.”
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Growth and success weren’t limited to North America. International expansion exploded in the 1990s, with the 1995 launch of REMAX Europe and the establishment of regional operations in Spain, Italy, Germany, and Israel. REMAX of Southern Africa also debuted, marking the network’s first move onto the continent.
Successful regions in the Caribbean, Australia, and elsewhere spread the brand even further. In 1994, the REMAX Satellite Network – the first and only satellite training system of its kind in real estate – debuted at the National Association of Realtors Convention. This offered REMAX agents a wide variety of professional designation courses. It allowed for unmatched access to the industry’s best trainers.
Many other major developments – the sponsorship of Children’s Miracle Network, the launch of remax.com, the first national U.S. TV ad campaign, and others had roots in the 1990s. They are still valuable cornerstones of the REMAX advantage.
The Leadership
More progress came in the early 2000s. The network launched a luxury-homes division, and RSN evolved into REMAX University. The pace of international growth quickened, especially in South America.
Unfortunately, the U.S. housing collapse and global economic crisis that began in 2007 took the real estate industry into its most challenging period in decades.
Not surprisingly, Dave Liniger and other REMAX leaders aggressively sought solutions. The focus that emerged: solutions to help families avoid foreclosure.
Liniger and the others worked tirelessly to advocate for a streamlined short-sale process that would remove frustrating obstacles and delays. They worked with major lenders, met with top government officials, and helped train agents.
The result: REMAX created the industry’s largest sales force of educated, knowledgeable real estate agents. These agents can assist struggling families in distressed property situations.
About REMAX – A Bright Present and Future
Today, the REMAX network has more than 100,000 agents in over 100 countries and territories. RE/MAX China is among the newest regions, and it will take REMAX into an exciting new frontier.
The global.remax.com property search site has helped bring this powerhouse network even closer together. It offers buyers a central place to search for listings in dozens of countries, in their own language and currency. For many reasons, REMAX is regarded as the No. 1 real estate brand.
Whether measured by closed transaction sides, average agent productivity (as documented in several annual industry studies), brand-name awareness, education, experience, or an assortment of other key metrics, REMAX enjoys a top position in a highly competitive real estate landscape.
REMAX In 2026
Today, every 30 seconds, a REMAX agent helps someone find their perfect place. And they are the most trusted agents in the industry.
If you’re looking for in-market broker/owner support, a reputable brand, educational resources, a vast referral database, and user-friendly tools, you’re in luck! When it comes to developing your personal brand, the possibilities are endless. You can join our residential, commercial, and luxury real estate networks, each with a well-established track record of delivering success.
For over 50 years, the REMAX network has helped agents navigate various market conditions. Whether facing a recession, low inventory, or a global pandemic, REMAX agents worldwide continue to assist and represent buyers and sellers without fail.
REMAX agents are dedicated to their profession – and have outstanding stats to prove it.
Publicly Traded Company
REMAX is a publicly traded company. Their stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol RMAX. Investors can buy and sell REMAX shares on the stock market, like other publicly traded companies.
REMAX’s status as a publicly traded company means its shares are available for purchase by the general public, allowing investors to take a stake in the company’s performance and financial success.
Our 6 Local REMAX Offices in Rhode Island
Agents at the REMAX Rhode Island offices often say they feel like family there. Broker-Owner Richard Zompa and his wife, the office manager, treat everyone there just like family.
If you want to join REMAX in Rhode Island, contact Richard today for a private consultation. You will not be disappointed as they offer a mentoring program with their top agents and staff.
Broker-Owner Richard Zompa has been in the real estate business for over 40 years. He owns and manages 6 office branches in Rhode Island. These local real estate offices are:
- North Providence Office
- Cumberland Office
- Smithfield Office
- North Smithfield-The Stearns McGee Team Branch Office
- Pawtucket – The Gary Almeida Group Branch Office
- Pawtucket – The Mercurio Group Branch Office
These 6 local REMAX offices provide support to all 100+ agents. They also offer great technology to help agents achieve their goals!
Contact Richard today to join his team. If you talk to anyone about Richard and Jayma’s team today, they will say it’s just like family.
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