Awards Details

Performance Awards 

Our Performance Awards winners will be determined using the criteria below. All winners must meet minimum Flex performance standards to be eligible for an award.  Winners will receive an award during our ceremony celebration. You must be present at the ceremony to be eligible to win an award.


Agent Partner of the Year – Growing and Large Team** 

The Agent Partner of the Year – Team Lead will be awarded to one leader of a large team, and one leader of a growing team — as defined by monthly connections**.  Their team consistently delivers exceptional results, operates with discipline and professionalism, and fosters a culture of accountability, growth, and retention. This isn’t just about production — it’s about the kind of leadership that is respected within the Flex community and an unwavering commitment to partnership. 

**Growing team receives 200 connections or less monthly

**Large team receives 200 connections or more monthly


Award criteria:
  • Top Flex Performance: % to logged transaction target between January 1 and October 1, 2025
  • Green Operational Health Rating
  • Strong Team Growth: Measured by connection volume growth
  • Flex performance standards: Must meet minimum standards to be eligible
  • Leadership Impact: Contributions to key Zillow initiatives including pilots, feedback, active participation in events or other opportunities to engage with the program.


Closing Champion of the Year – Agent

This award goes to the top-producing Flex agent who turned opportunity into unmatched results. The Closing Champion of the Year honors the agent who closed the highest number of Flex connections with a minimum PCVR of 4% between January 1 and October 1, 2025.


This agent didn’t just show up—they owned the pipeline, wowed their clients and closed more deals than anyone else in the program. It's a recognition of hustle, follow-up, and delivering results with consistency, focus, and grit. 

This recognition will be awarded to an agent. Team leads and Inside Sales Agents are not eligible for this award.


Award Criteria:

  • Timeframe: January 1 – October 1, 2025
  • Metric: Most Flex closings based on logged transaction data
  • Flex performance standards: Must meet minimum standards to be eligible


Zillow Home Loans Partners of the Year 

These awards are determined and awarded by Zillow Home Loans 

Zillow Home Loans Partners of the Year awards honor a Flex agent and team lead (separate awards) who partnered with Zillow Home Loans, closing the highest number of ZHL-funded loans between January 1 and October 1, 2025. They consistently chose to connect buyers with ZHL to explore financing solutions, demonstrating deep trust in the Zillow Home Loans team and a commitment to delivering a seamless, end-to-end client experience.


Award Criteria:

  • Metric: Most Zillow Home Loans-funded loans from January 1-October 1, 2025
  • Flex performance standards: Must meet minimum standards to be eligible


Closing Competition Champion – Agent

Winner determined when competition ends

Get ready for the ultimate Flex face-off! The Closing Competition Champion – Agent award honors the agent who closes the most Flex connections between August 1 and October 31. 


This is your moment to put your pipeline to work, stay laser-focused on conversion, and out-close the competition. Whether you're a rising star or a seasoned pro, this challenge is wide open—and it’s anyone’s game. In the event of a tie, we will consider PCVR to determine the final winner.


Key Details:

  • Competition Window: August 1 – October 31, 2025
  • Metric: Most Flex transactions closed as determined by logged transactions. If there is a tie, we will check PCVR to determine the final winner.
  • Flex performance standards: Must meet minimum standards to be eligible
  • Note: This award will be given to an agent. Team leads and inside sales agents are not eligible.


Culture, Performance & Community Awards

Nominated by you. These peer-nominated awards celebrate the best of us. Nominate an agent, team lead or yourself by our September 26 deadline.


Nomination form here.


All winners must meet minimum Flex performance standards and attend the awards ceremony to be eligible for an award.


Team Spirit Award - Team 

Celebrating leadership that inspires, empowers and unites.

We’re looking for a team who goes beyond Flex performance metrics—someone who builds a culture of trust, celebration and growth. The team motivates through encouragement, supports team members through challenges, and creates a space where everyone feels valued and included. Sounds like your team? Submit a nomination here.


Rising Star Award - Agent

Celebrating a standout new Flex agent who's already making waves.

We’re looking for a high-performing Flex agent who joined the program within the last 12 months and is already setting a new standard. This agent is driven, engaged, and hungry to learn. They’ve embraced Flex, exceeded expectations, and contributed meaningfully to their clients, team, and the Flex community. Consideration for this award will rely heavily on the agent’s transaction numbers. If you or someone you know is a rising star, submit a nomination here.


Community Impact Champion – Team Lead or Agent

Recognizing real estate leaders who give back and lift others up.

Do you know a Team Lead or Agent who’s making a lasting difference beyond real estate? This award honors dedication to service—whether through charitable work, community initiatives, or extraordinary support for clients—has created measurable impact. From organizing fundraisers to supporting housing initiatives or organizations, we want to hear about the people going the extra mile to serve others. Submit a nomination for community champion here.