Community Highlights: Meet Ryan Wire of NEXT Brokerage

Today we’d like to introduce you to Ryan Wire.

Hi Ryan , thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
I started my real estate career at 22, working as my mom’s assistant while she was with Coldwell Banker. At 23, I earned my license and joined her there, where we spent six years before moving to a boutique firm called Aviara. Over the next decade, we became part owners of both the real estate and escrow company, built out the Wire Group, and I served on the Board of Directors.

In 2021, I launched a transaction coordinating company, Always Be Closing – Transactions (abc-tc.com
), which has now completed over 1,000 files. I also developed a custom Salesforce platform that manages transactions seamlessly from open to close.

By 2023, I decided it was time to take the next step and launched my own virtual brokerage, NEXT Brokerage (nextbrokerage.io
). We’ve grown quickly — recently hitting 50 agents — and I’ve focused on building systems, tools, and one of the most competitive commission structures in the industry to give our agents every advantage in the market.

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road. Like most people in the industry, I’ve had to navigate some major challenges. Covid completely changed the way people did business, forcing us to adapt quickly to new technologies and client expectations. More recently, the NAR lawsuit has created a lot of confusion for both buyers and sellers, and the broader economic uncertainty has also had serious implications on the real estate market.

On the business-building side, one of the biggest obstacles has been self-funding everything. While that limits how fast I can scale compared to having outside investors, it also allows me to stay true to my vision and build the companies the way I believe best serves agents and clients—without anyone else dictating the direction.

Thanks – so what else should our readers know about NEXT Brokerage?
At NEXT Brokerage, we’re a fully virtual, tech-driven real estate brokerage serving agents all across Southern California. What we do is simple but powerful: we provide agents with the best tools, systems, and support so they can focus on growing their business and serving clients at the highest level.

We specialize in giving our agents a true competitive edge. That means state-of-the-art technology, streamlined transaction management, and training resources designed for both new and experienced agents. But what really sets us apart is our commission model — we offer one of the most agent-friendly structures in the industry. Unlike many brokerages, we don’t believe in nickel-and-diming agents with hidden fees or lopsided splits. Our model ensures agents keep more of what they earn while still having access to full broker support.

Brand-wise, I’m most proud that NEXT stands for innovation and equality. Our brand identity is bold and modern, but at its core, it represents fairness — every agent gets the same opportunities, tools, and support, no matter their experience level. We’re creating a community where collaboration thrives and agents know their broker has their back.

Before we let you go, we’ve got to ask if you have any advice for those who are just starting out?
Build trust, provide value, and the business will follow.

I wish I knew how important systems are. Having the right processes in place — for tracking leads, managing transactions, and following up — can save you years of stress and help you grow faster. That’s part of why I’ve built the tools I have today at NEXT, to give agents that foundation from the start.

And finally, don’t be afraid of the long game. Real estate is a career built on persistence. When I first started at Coldwell Banker, I thought things would happen overnight — but it took time, effort, and consistency before I really saw momentum. Looking back, I’m glad I stayed the course, because those early habits of discipline and relationship-building are what carried me forward. If you show up every day, keep learning, and genuinely care about your clients, you’ll succeed.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://nextbrokerage.io/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextbrokerage/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nextbrokerage
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