Michael Emilio

Big news from the independently owned RE/MAX of Florida.

It’s been purchased by RE/MAX International of Denver.

250 offices and more than 6,500 agents will now be added to RE/MAX International’s county-owned regions.

Keep in mind that this hasn’t been the only regional purchase RE/MAX International has made. Not only did they acquire RE/MAX of California and Hawaii in February, but this very deal also includes RE/MAX Carolina, which will give them a total addition of 420 offices and more than 10,000 agents.

Don Hachenberger and Glenda Hachenberger of Lake Mary, the current owners of RE/MAX of Florida, have signed a purchase agreement. Transfer of the region is expected to be concluded by early June.

“I believe a consolidation with RE/MAX International makes good sense and will be very positive for everyone.” says Don Hachenberger, who along with Glenda Hachenberger of Lake Mary are the former owners of RE/MAX of Florida. “They have experience operating regions like ours, and RE/MAX has the best regional services in the real estate industry.”

We have enjoyed working with Don and Glenda for more than 30 years,” said Dave Liniger, chairman and co-founder of RE/MAX International. “They took on an amazing challenge in 1984 and have created an impressive network of offices and sales associates in Florida. All of us at RE/MAX are very grateful for their many contributions over the years. We look forward to the opportunity of continuing their legacy.”

The new lineup of RE/MAX of Florida will include Nick Bailey, who will become regional vice president. Nick joined the RE/MAX team in 2001, and in 2004 elevated himself to regional vice president of RE/MAX Central and Northern Ohio and RE/MAX Western Pennsylvania.

“Thirty two years with RE/MAX,” recalled Don Hachenberger. “It’s been an unbelievable experience, but the time is right for a change. Things may slow down somewhat, but I plan to stay involved in real estate with my individual RE/MAX offices. I’m sure that RE/MAX, in Florida and the Carolinas, will continue to be successful under the ownership of RE/MAX International.”

RE/MAX International was founded in 1973 and has more than 120,000 real estate agents in more than 65 countries.