Independent real estate brokerage FirstTeam has announced the next phase of its strategic national expansion in Kansas and Missouri. Led by broker-owner Scott Eckhoff and Rival Real Estate, the expansion establishes the company’s first Midwest presence with a community office in Kansas City.
“From our initial meetings with FirstTeam®, it was clear that they saw the value of what we’ve built and shared our vision for the future,” said Eckhoff. “Choosing to partner with them was an easy decision. They aren’t interested in changing who we are or how we do business; they’re investing in what we have already created and looking forward to working with us to reach the next level. With their support, I believe we can accomplish even greater things for our agents, clients, and community.”
Known for his personalized approach and deep market knowledge, FirstTeam says Eckhoff has helped countless families find their dream homes and make smart investments. With a background in psychology, IT, and insurance, he has a uniquely broad perspective that helps him anticipate client needs, solve complex challenges and deliver exceptional service, a release stated.
“Our expansion into Kansas and Missouri is an exciting step in our national growth strategy,” said Michele Harrington, CEO of FirstTeam®. “We are dedicated to partnering with exceptional broker-owners that share our focus on helping agents build strong businesses and supporting clients with best-in-class service. Scott, Jason and Chris have built an incredible business, and we’re excited to work with them as we grow our presence in the Midwest.”
FirstTeam® began its national expansion in April 2025 and now has offices in California, Arizona, Washington, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas and Missouri. The brokerage, which plans to break into more markets in 2026 and beyond, now has 62+ offices and 2,200+ agents.
“Expanding our footprint into Kansas and Missouri is a tremendous opportunity for FirstTeam® to connect with agents that are looking to be true advisors to their clients and work with a brokerage that puts agents first,” said Anna Bennett, FirstTeam®’s Vice President of Business Development. “As we continue our national expansion, we’re strategically choosing markets where we can partner with local real estate experts, drive collaboration, and, through our Behind the Agent™ philosophy, give agents the tools and support they need to grow their business without sacrificing their identity.”
Agents interested in learning about opportunities to join FirstTeam’s rapidly growing national brokerage can visit https://firstteam.com/agent-careers.
