The new franchise, led by owners Nicole and Doug Freer, will serve customers in suburban Houston. The couple’s team ranks No. 1 in Texas based on 2022 sales and transactions.
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Corcoran Group has informed Inman that it has welcomed its newest franchise location, the Corcoran Genesis in Houston.
The company, led by owners Nicole and Doug Freer, will serve clients in suburban Houston, expanding Corcoran’s existing presence in the area, which includes Corcoran Ferester Realty in North Houston and The Woodlands and Greater Houston. Corcoran Prestige Realty in the Dayton Metro Area.
Pamela Liebman | The Cochrane Group
“It’s great to see our Houston market share continue to grow with the addition of Corcoran Genesis,” Corcoran Group President and CEO Pamela Liebman said in a statement. “Not only compared to the local suburban market, but overall. They both have impressive track records in Greater Houston and in the national market, and I am confident that with the resources and power behind the Corcoran brand, they will be even more successful.”
Nicole Freer began her real estate career in 2013 and, after a successful first few years as a broker, founded The Nicole Freer Group in 2015 with her husband, Doug, who brought her finance, management and real estate Investment background. team. Nicole Freer recently passed the $1 billion mark in sales as a single agent, making her one of the most prolific female team leaders in Houston.
Nicole Freer | Nicole Freer Group
The team of 14 agents, which will now operate under the larger Corcoran Genesis banner, transacted approximately 890 properties in 2023 with a total value of $358 million. Nicole Freer Group ranks as the No. 1 mid-sized group in the country, based on parties and transactions, and ranks No. 22 in the country based on 2022 sales, according to RealTrends. That same year, the team ranked No. 1 in Texas based on deal value and sales.
“By joining Corcoran and gaining access to premium brands, innovative technology platforms, creative marketing opportunities and critical recruiting navigation, we will be poised to grow quickly and thoughtfully,” Nicole Freer said in a statement. “In addition to this exciting collaboration Beyond the partnerships and growth potential, I look forward to continuing our commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and providing our agents with valuable growth opportunities.”
Stephanie Anton, president of Corcoran Affiliates, said the strength of Corcoran Group, combined with the service Corcoran Genesis provides to clients and agents, will pave a path for success for the new franchise.
Stephanie Anton | Cochrane Alliance Network
“Corcoran’s commitment to building a unique brand, coupled with our carefully planned local marketing and outstanding existing affiliates, solidifies our strong position in the Houston market,” Anton said in a statement. “Corcoran Genesis has a strong presence among customers The key pillars of excellence in service, dedication to agents, and history of performance make them an ideal partner for us, and I’m eager to see this new effort benefit our entire affiliate network.”
Houston suburbs include Katy, Cypress, Fulshear, League City, Sugar Land, Kingwood and other amenities. ’s neighborhoods that are great for families, with great schools and plenty of parks. Housing options may include everything from single-family homes to townhouses and apartments, and communities often feature high-end dining, retail centers, sports and entertainment venues, and easy access to downtown Houston and its attractions.
According to this data, the median sales price of a single-family home in the greater Houston area in January 2024 was $320,000, an annual increase of 2.1% houston association of realtors. Sales of homes priced between $500,000 and $1 million had the largest annual increase, up 16.7% from January 2023 to January 2024, followed by sales of homes priced $1 million and above. A year-on-year increase of 15.4%.
In 2023, Corcoran Group launched new affiliates in Northern California; New Jersey; Texas; Verona, Italy; and Ontario, Canada.
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