James Harris's team achieved $938.0 million in sales volume across 83 sides in 2025, earning the No. 2 spot among large teams on RealTrends Verified's 2026 rankings. The firm credits a lean culture focused on quality over quantity, prioritizing agent retention and weekly deal reviews.
The Michigan-based Joe McNally Team also gained recognition, securing the No. 28 national ranking among small teams for transaction sides on the same list. No specific transaction volume or sides data was provided for this team.
These rankings underscore a broader trend in real estate: boutique teams are increasingly competing against larger brokerages by emphasizing specialization and hands-on management. Harris's approach—limiting team size to maintain control over every deal—echoes strategies used by top-producing teams in other markets.
However, the rankings focus on transaction sides and volume, not profitability or client satisfaction. A team might rank high based on raw numbers while operating on thin margins or neglecting service quality. Scaling down may limit growth potential, as lean teams could miss opportunities in high-volume segments.