Phoenix’s real estate powerhouse Joshua Smith has done it again – making waves in the industry as he announces his move to eXp Realty today. With nearly 20 years of experience, 297 closings in 2023, and accolades like NAR’s “30 Under 30” finalist and Wall Street Journal’s 30th Top Realtor in the U.S., Smith is constantly redefining what it means to thrive in real estate. (Read the press release here.)
From Phoenix to the World: Why Joshua Chose eXp Realty
Joshua Smith isn’t the kind of agent who settles. After leading his team at My Home Group for nearly a decade, Smith realized it was time to think bigger – global, to be exact.
“For too long, I’ve been a big fish in a small pond,” he admits. “With eXp, I can expand nationally and internationally, build my network, and plug into a company where everyone wins.”
This shift from a traditional team model to a coaching and mentorship-focused approach is no accident. Smith’s mission? To impact 40,000 agents and team leaders’ lives by sharing his expertise in scaling businesses and perfecting systems.
“Real estate has changed every aspect of my life,” said Joshua. “Before getting into real estate 20 years ago, I was a college dropout, had never made more than $10 an hour, I was morbidly obese, depressed and broken. Real estate became the vehicle that forced me to grow into the person I was capable of becoming. It provided me a vehicle to create the opportunities I wanted to create for my family and it has given me a purpose.
“I am now committed to devoting the next 20+ years of my life to helping as many others as I possibly can through the same vehicle that changed everything for me. I came to the “40,000” number as I wanted to set a goal that would be a challenge, that excites me and that I believe is also truly possible.”
And eXp Realty’s platform is the perfect launching pad.
“I spent five years considering the move, but ego held me back,” Smith shares. “Over the last 12 months, I realized I could achieve my goals faster – and support more people – by plugging into what eXp has already built. It’s not about doing it alone; it’s about doing it better, together.”
The People Who Made It Happen
This journey isn’t one Joshua is walking alone. His long-standing relationships with industry giants like eXp Realty CEO Leo Pareja and eXp Realty “Wolf Pack” leader Mike Sherrard played a pivotal role in the move.
“I’ve known Leo for 13 years, and he’s the most brilliant person I’ve met in real estate,” Joshua says. “And Mike? He’s been a great friend and mentor for seven years. Together, we’re combining forces to create the best coaching and mentorship experience for agents and team leaders at eXp.”
An Industry Trailblazer With a Fresh Vision
Joshua’s track record speaks volumes. From being featured in Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and INC to mentoring over 5,000 agents and hosting the wildly popular GSD Mode Real Estate Podcast where he has 31,000+ subscribers and 5 million+ downloads, he’s not just an agent – he’s a movement and he’s ready to deliver in a big way.
Joshua is looking forward to a new kind of synergy at eXp:
- Everyone Wins: “After being in the Industry for almost 20 years as a Realtor/Team Leader, I got tired of “models” where everyone didn’t win. What attracted me most to eXp is the “Everyone Wins” model, where regardless of what level you are at, you can get rewarded by the contributions you have made towards the overall growth of the company. I am really excited to be part of a company where I can help my agents not only hit their real estate production goals, but also create a retirement/exit strategy.”
- Unmatched Tools and Training: “I knew eXp had amazing tools, but the level of resources and support available has exceeded my expectations.”
- A Culture of Collaboration: “It’s incredible how many people, even those outside my direct network, have reached out to offer support and congratulations. This is a company where everyone wants to see you succeed.”
‘eXp Isn’t Just a Brokerage — It’s a Movement for Growth’
Joshua’s specialty – residential real estate and helping agents scale – is now turbocharged with eXp’s global reach and innovative platform. Joining him are eight agents and his team manager, all stepping into the new model he’s designed: individual agents supported by mentorship and coaching.
“I’m here to create something bigger than myself,” he explains. “eXp isn’t just a brokerage – it’s a movement for growth, innovation, and shared success. This is where the best come to grow, and I couldn’t be more excited to be part of it.”
Learn More About Joshua Smith
- Joined eXp Realty December 2024
- Top 1% of Realtors/Team Leaders
- NAR “30 Under 30 Finalist”
- Wall Street Journal 30th Top Realtor/Team Leader in the US
- Featured in: Realtor Magazine, Inman News, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, INC magazine
- Coached/mentored over 5,000 agents and team leaders
- Founder/Host of the GSD Mode Real Estate Podcast.
Brokerage history:
- eXp Realty (12/2/2024 – Current)
- My Home Group (October 2014 – December 2024)
- REMAX (2005-2014)
