eXp Realty expands investment in Latin America with first spanish-language eXpcon. Latin America's growing importance in global real estate is driving demand for stronger cross-border connections, local expertise and trusted partnerships. BELLINGHAM, Wash., July 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - eXp Realty(R), the most agent-centric real estate brokerage on the planet and the core subsidiary of AGNT, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGNT), today shared additional details of eXpcon Medellín, taking place April 6-8, 2027. The event will mark the first eXpcon to be held in Latin America and the first to be presented entirely in Spanish, underscoring the growing importance of the Central America, Latin America and Caribbean (CALA) region within eXp's global network. As more buyers from the United States and Canada look beyond their home markets for investment properties, second homes and relocation opportunities, the ability to navigate cross-border transactions and build trusted local partnerships has become increasingly valuable. eXp Realty currently operates across eight CALA markets: Brazil, Chile, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru and Puerto Rico. eXpcon Medellín brings agents together with market experts from across Latin America to strengthen those connections and better serve clients with real estate goals that extend beyond their home markets. "CALA represents some of the most driven, entrepreneurial agents in our entire network," said Felix Bravo, Managing Director of eXp International. "The lines between local and international real estate continue to blur. Our agents are increasingly serving clients whose goals extend beyond a single city or country. Bringing eXpcon to Latin America and presenting it entirely in Spanish is an investment in helping them build the knowledge, relationships and market expertise they'll need for the future." For agents throughout North America and beyond, eXpcon Medellín offers a unique opportunity to experience one of the world's most dynamic real estate regions firsthand. The event is designed to help attendees better understand emerging markets, strengthen referral networks and uncover new opportunities to serve clients with real estate interests throughout Latin America. "Latin America is playing an increasingly important role in global real estate," said Virginia Restrepo, CALA Regional Director at eXp International. "For years, our agents have traveled the world to learn from others. Now it's our turn to welcome the world to Latin America and showcase the innovation, expertise and entrepreneurial spirit shaping the future of real estate across our markets. Presenting eXpcon entirely in Spanish ensures those conversations are authentic to the people and communities driving that momentum." The three-day conference will feature keynote speakers, business and leadership education, networking opportunities and region-specific programming, all presented in Spanish. Early bird registration is now open at expconintl.exprealty.com. eXplorer Passes are also available for non-eXp agents interested in experiencing the company's collaborative model firsthand. About AGNT, Inc. (AGNT) Built by Agents. Built for Agents. AGNT, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGNT) is the global parent company of eXp Realty(R), the most agent-centric real estate brokerage on the planet, NextHome, Inc., an award-winning national real estate franchise, FrameVR.io, a virtual collaboration platform, and SUCCESS(R) Enterprises, a leading personal development and media brand for entrepreneurs. Together, the AGNT platform provides a world-class multi-model operating system empowering independent agents, franchise owners, and team leaders across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and South Africa. As a publicly traded company, AGNT, Inc. prioritizes transparency, innovation, and long-term value for agents, franchise owners, staff, and shareholders. Safe Harbor and Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements reflect the Company's and its management's current expectations but involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could impact actual results materially. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding eXpcon Medellín, the Company's continued expansion in the CALA region, and the anticipated timing, programming, and benefits of the event. Important factors that may cause actual results to differ materially and adversely from those expressed in forward-looking statements include the Company's ability to attract and retain agents and expand its network across CALA and other international markets, risks associated with operating in foreign jurisdictions, including currency fluctuations, political and economic instability, and differing regulatory or legal requirements, general real estate market fluctuations, regulatory changes, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including but not limited to the most recently filed Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Annual Report on Form 10-K. Businessinsights do not undertake any obligation to update these statements except as required by law.

eXp Realty adds former NAHREP president Carmen Mercado. Mercado is also former director of affordable lending at Freddie Mac Article Summary. Carmen Mercado, former national president of NAHREP and former director of affordable lending at Freddie Mac, has joined eXp Realty as a real estate agent. She brings over 20 years of experience in residential real estate, brokerage leadership, housing finance, and affordable lending. AI Summary eXp Realty announced that Carmen Mercado, former national president of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) and former director of affordable lending at Freddie Mac, has joined the company as a real estate agent. Mercado brings more than 20 years of experience in residential real estate, brokerage leadership, housing finance and affordable lending. She has served as a broker, trainer, growth strategist and New York Department of State-certified real estate instructor, and has appeared on HousingWire's annual Women of Influence list. "Carmen has spent her career pushing the industry to be more inclusive and better prepared for what's ahead. That's exactly the mindset our model was built for," said Leo Pareja, CEO of eXp Realty. "We're not just gaining an experienced leader. We're gaining someone who's spent her whole career making other people better at this business." Mercado entered the real estate industry in 2002 following a difficult first-time homebuying experience with her husband, a military veteran. At the time, she was working on Wall Street, but said the Sept. 11 attacks prompted her to pursue a career that allowed her to spend more time with her family while helping others navigate the homebuying process. "Throughout my career, I've found that the agents who thrive aren't necessarily the ones who predict every market change perfectly," Mercado said. "They're the ones who prepare before opportunity arrives. As the Roman philosopher Seneca wrote, 'Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.' That's a philosophy I've carried with me throughout my career." At eXp, Mercado plans to grow her own team while expanding her residential and investor business. She will also work with corporations, nonprofits and industry partners on business development and continue sharing market insights to help agents identify opportunities.

Central Arkansas REALTOR(R) Ashley Watters cited as national expert in Moneywise on sight-unseen homebuying and military relocation. Little Rock REALTOR(R) Ashley Watters of eXp Realty was featured as a primary expert source in Moneywise - a national personal finance publication with 250,000+ subscribers - quoted four times in a June 2026 article on remote homebuying and military relocation. Watters, who specializes in military relocation and VA home loans throughout Central Arkansas, provided expert guidance on agent selection, home inspection, virtual showings, and wire fraud protection during remote closings. LITTLE ROCK, Ark., July 4, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ - Ashley Watters, REALTOR(R) with eXp Realty and founder of ArkansasHouseSearch.com, was recently featured as a primary expert source in Moneywise, a leading national personal finance publication with more than 250,000 subscribers, in an article examining the growing practice of sight-unseen homebuying among military families across the United States. Buyers should approach their agent search much like their home search - prepare a list of questions in advance and interview multiple agents to find the right fit. - Ashley Watters, REALTOR(R) | eXp Realty | ArkansasHouseSearch.com Published June 2, 2026, and written by Senior Staff Reporter Mike Crisolago, the article explored how military families navigate remote home purchases during relocation - a topic in which Watters holds deep, hands-on expertise developed over more than two decades working in Central Arkansas real estate and mortgage. Watters was quoted four times throughout the piece, providing guidance on remote agent selection, home inspection standards, virtual showing best practices, and protecting buyers from wire fraud during the closing process. "It's actually very common, especially when the buyer is moving from several states away," Watters told Moneywise. "The home search can sometimes take weeks or even months, making it unrealistic for buyers to travel back and forth in person." Watters noted that advances in technology have made remote homebuying significantly safer and more practical than in years past. "Improvements in technology, handheld devices and platforms like Zoom mean the risk has diminished significantly over the last several years," she said. On choosing the right professionals for a remote purchase, Watters advised that buyers treat their agent search with the same diligence as their home search. "Prepare a list of questions in advance and interview multiple agents to find the right fit," she told Moneywise, adding that a quality home inspector is "equally important" as the agent - serving as the buyer's "boots on the ground." Watters also addressed one of the most serious risks in remote transactions - wire fraud. "Scammers like to try and intercept transactions by sending fraudulent emails or making phone calls that redirect buyers to wire funds to the wrong account," she warned. "Communicate only with the individuals and companies you have already vetted and independently verify all wiring instructions before sending any money." Watters serves buyers and sellers throughout Central Arkansas including Little Rock, Conway, Cabot, Maumelle, Greenbrier, Sherwood, Jacksonville, North Little Rock, Benton, and Bryant. She holds a dedicated specialty in military relocation and VA home loans, with particular focus on service members and families assigned to Little Rock Air Force Base. Watters holds a 5.0-star rating across 68+ verified client reviews and brings more than 20 years of combined real estate and mortgage industry experience to every transaction. In addition to her Moneywise feature, Watters was recently named to Little Rock Soirée magazine's Best Real Estate Agents of 2026 and AY Magazine's Arkansas Best of 2026 in the Real Estate Agent category - making her one of the most recognized active REALTORS(R) in Central Arkansas this year. To learn more or to connect with Ashley Watters, visit ArkansasHouseSearch.com or call (501) 951-9200. Media Contact Ashley Watters, ArkansasHouseSearch.com, 1 5019510306, [email protected] SOURCE ArkansasHouseSearch.com Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with PR Newswire. USA Newshour takes no editorial responsibility for the same. PR Newswire is a distributor of press releases headquartered in New York City.