A Timeline of Our HISTORY

Our History Our History

Founded in 1965 by Dale Rector, Realty Executives is one of the largest and most established real estate systems, with over 8,000 agents working across the globe. As the only brand named after it’s people, our Executives, we were founded on the idea that our network and the people that represent us come first. Creator of the first ever 100% commission concept, we attract and retain the most productive, efficient and successful real estate professionals in the industry through our unparalleled brand, technology, training and concierge services. Our company is a place where passion meets business, and 55 years later we continue to innovate, thrive and adapt to the market. It’s about making YOU and your personal brand a priority, and working toward the future.

1965

Dale Rector launches Realty Executives and creates the first ever 100% concept in the real estate industry

1988

Realty Executives opens in Canada becoming truly international

2014

True North Company becomes majority owners of Realty Executives International, bringing support and security

2016

Launch of OnDemand Mobile Marketing, Listing and Video Automation

2019

Realty Executives is the first franchise to launch their own data standardization and mapping platform

Outlier is launched in Phoenix and REI becomes a part of one of the Valley’s largest independent capital firms

1973–79

Realty Executives begins franchising, opens in Tucson and expands through the U.S.

1990–2010

Expansion in U.S., Canada and globally

2015

Realty Executives gets rid of all third-party technology and begins rebuilding everything inhouse. Launch of PrimeAgent, agent & broker websites, CRM

2017

True North Company becomes 100% owners; Dave Tedesco featured in RisMedia magazine

2020 & Beyond

Focus on technology and service, Realty Executives will continue into the future backed by a community of global businesses and resources