Our team move to exp realty and What It Means for Home Buyers, Sellers, and Agents
Thinking about buying or selling a home in Rhode Island and wondering what the Slocum Home Team’s move to eXp Realty as a Mega Team means for you?
Here’s the short version: we chose to operate as a Mega Team powered by eXp Realty, the #1 largest independent brokerage by transaction sides in the United States, because it gives our clients and agents the best of both worlds. We keep our deep local roots in Warwick, Cranston, East Greenwich, Coventry, North Kingstown, Providence, and across Southern New England, while plugging into a modern, global operating system that helps us serve you better. This was not a sale, acquisition, or franchise deal. It’s a strategic decision to combine our third-generation, Rhode Island–born brand with eXp’s scale, training, technology, and referral network so that buyers, sellers, and fellow Realtors® get more value—without losing the Slocum care and accountability you know.
A Word From Our Leadership
“Our mission is simple: deliver durable, high-trust results for buyers and sellers while building a better career path and opportunities for agents. Partnering with eXp lets us do both. We’re keeping the Slocum standards and culture while adding a global engine with more horsepower behind them.” — Nick Slocum, Team Leader & CEO
“Since 1949, our family has believed that doing right by people is always the best strategy. This move strengthens our ability and empowers our agents to serve our community for the next 75 years.” — Phil Slocum, President & Associate Broker
“Agents want clear playbooks, consistent coaching, quality leads, and accountability. With eXp and the Fast Forward Movement, our systems get sharper and our opportunities get bigger.” — Jon Tetrault, COO & Head of Agent Growth
What Stays the Same
Our name, local presence, and culture. We remain Slocum Home Team | eXp Realty, headquartered in Warwick and serving all of Rhode Island, Southeastern MA, and Eastern CT. We will continue to operate with the same community-first values across all of the areas we serve now and into the future.
Your experience. Clients will continue to receive responsive communication, thoughtful pricing guidance, savvy negotiation, and a white-glove transaction experience supported by our Transaction Coordination, Marketing, Operations, and Client Onboarding teams.
Our standards. We keep our commitment to mastery, professionalism, and ethical practice. We mentor agents to be trusted advisors, not salespeople.
What Improves With eXp
Global reach and referrals. Access to a national and international agent network increases visibility for our listings and helps buyers moving into or out of Rhode Island connect with top-performing partners. (eXp is ranked No. 1 by transaction sides in the U.S. by RealTrends Verified.)
Technology and support. We pair our CRM (Follow Up Boss), Ylopo website and seller alerts, ShowingTime+, Cloud CMA, and Google Workspace with eXp’s enterprise tools, on-demand support, and streamlined transaction management to help you move faster and with more confidence.
Training and masterminds. Our agents tap into weekly masterminds and training through the Fast Forward Movement, eXp University, and team coaching. This network and collaborative power will result in more knowledgeable agents who can protect client interests in this changing environment.
For Home Buyers in Rhode Island
Faster discovery. Smart listing alerts, private showings, and on-demand data help you spot the right home sooner.
Competitive strategy. We pair neighborhood-level expertise with proven offer strategies so you can compete confidently in the Rhode Island real estate market.
Clear representation. You get transparent conversations about professional service fees and a written agreement outlining exactly what we do for you as your buyer’s agent. (Post-settlement, written buyer agreements are required.)
Seamless financing and closing. We coordinate with lenders, attorneys, inspectors, and appraisers. You get one team that manages the moving parts from search to keys.
For Home Sellers in Rhode Island
Marketing that travels. Your listing is positioned locally and promoted through national channels so qualified buyers see it fast. This includes pro photography, 3D tours, Zillow Listing Showcase, showing management, and targeted online campaigns.
Pricing precision. We use deep comps, condition adjustments, and local market signals to price confidently and reduce days on market.
Negotiation and risk management. We vet terms, timelines, and buyer strength to give you more certainty around closing.
A smoother path to the next chapter. From pre-list prep to closing, our in-house coordination reduces surprises and saves time.
For Real Estate Agents Considering a Team in Rhode Island (OR BEYOND)
If you are a new or experienced Realtor® looking for the right team in Rhode Island or any of the areas that we serve, The Slocum Home Team at eXp Realty offers a clear path: better systems, real mentorship, and more opportunities to win. We are based in Warwick and serve Greater Providence, East Greenwich, Cranston, Coventry, and North Kingstown.
Proven lead flow. Zillow Flex, Ylopo, Google PPC, and robust database marketing, managed through Follow Up Boss, with Client Onboarding support to increase set appointments.
Accountability and coaching. Weekly training, role-play, and 1:1s, plus national masterminds through the Fast Forward Movement and eXp.
Professional growth. Clear standards, wealth building opportunities beyond sales, production-based benefits, available healthcare, and leadership access so your business scales predictably.
Flexibility with support. Protect your personal brand while leveraging the Slocum name recognition that Rhode Island buyers and sellers have trusted since 1949.
Why We Chose the Mega Team Path (Not a Franchise, Sale, or Acquisition)
We believe that the team model is the model that will serve clients best into the future. Operating as a Mega Team inside eXp Realty gives us direct control over our service model while tapping into a national platform. We keep the Slocum playbooks that work in the Rhode Island market and add the reach, tools, and training that only a modern, cloud-based brokerage can provide. It is the fastest way to create more value for clients and better careers for agents.
Local Expertise, Expanded Resources
We live and work in Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. Our team members are on the ground every day in Warwick, Cranston, East Greenwich, North Kingstown, Coventry, Providence, and across Southern New England. We serve on boards, non-profits, civic organizations, and local groups. That local knowledge guides how we price homes, craft offers, and market listings. With eXp, we add national distribution and operational depth so you get both local precision and big-league exposure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Slocum still local?
A: Yes. We are still the Slocum Home Team based in Warwick. We now operate as Slocum Home Team | eXp Realty. Our brand, standards, and community involvement remain the same and will only be amplified into the future.
Q: How does this help sellers in Rhode Island?
A: Your home receives stronger marketing, broader reach and exposure, and best in class transaction management. You now get the dynamic of a local team with a national brand and network.
Q: How does this help buyers in Rhode Island?
A: You get more options and a stronger strategy. We connect you with opportunities when appropriate and align a team around your success from search to close.
Q: Does this change professional service fees?
A: Professional service fees are always negotiable and are agreed upon in writing. We will review options with you so you can choose what works best.
Q: Will my advertising now say “Powered by eXp Realty”?
A: Yes. Team marketing will include the legally required brokerage identification while preserving the Slocum brand clients know and trust.
Our new sign design.
What This Means Right Now
If you are thinking about buying or selling a home in Rhode Island—in Warwick, East Greenwich, Cranston, Coventry, North Kingstown, Providence, or really anywhere in Southern New England—our team is ready to help you navigate the Rhode Island real estate market with clarity and confidence. If you are an agent who wants systems, wealth building opportunites, and a true growth path, let’s talk.
Next Steps
Buyers: Schedule a consultation to review your search, financing, and representation agreement.
Sellers: Request a pricing and preparation plan tailored to your property and neighborhood.
Agents: Apply to join Slocum Home Team | eXp Realty and learn how our playbooks and lead flow work.
Slocum Home Team | eXp Realty brings together a trusted Rhode Island name and a modern global platform. For buyers, sellers, and agents, that means more resources, more clarity, and better results.
