ERA Live Moore Acquires Winston-Salem’s Blue Door Group
The local firm will join a large regional network, changing the operational structure for Winston-Salem home clients.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Commercial
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ERA Live Moore has acquired the Winston-Salem real estate firm Blue Door Group, which was founded in 2020. The local firm will continue to operate under its existing brand while becoming part of the broader organization.
Why it matters
This acquisition centralizes regional real estate operations for local home buyers and sellers, as the founder sought support to overcome the management challenges of running a smaller firm.
The acquisition integrates the local firm into a network that spans 13 offices and employs more than 600 real estate professionals across multiple states. It remains unclear how this consolidation will impact commission structures or local service fees.
The players
ERA Live Moore
A real estate brokerage firm providing buying and selling services through 13 offices and over 600 professionals.
Blue Door Group
A Winston-Salem real estate firm founded in 2020 that provides residential property brokerage services.
Jodi Tate
The founder of Blue Door Group who is moving to the ERA Live Moore organization following the acquisition.
The details
Blue Door Group, founded by Jodi Tate in 2020, will now operate as an ERA Live Moore company. This transition shifts the back-end support and operational oversight of the Winston-Salem firm to the larger entity, which already maintains a presence in Charlotte, Asheville, Raleigh, and Missouri. Tate will join ERA Live Moore as part of the merger, allowing the local leadership team to leverage the larger firm's existing resources.
Timeline
Jodi Tate founded Blue Door Group in 2020.
The acquisition of Blue Door Group by ERA Live Moore occurred on October 30, 2026.
Money Landscape
This acquisition reflects the broader industry trend of regional residential brokerages consolidating into larger firms to achieve operational scale. The move mirrors a shift away from independent boutique models in favor of firms with extensive geographic footprints.
For local buyers and sellers, this change primarily affects the administrative support available for property transactions handled by the firm. Clients should consult with their real estate agent or a qualified professional to understand how this ownership shift impacts their current or future listings.
The takeaway
The merger highlights how regional firms are increasingly aligning with larger networks to sustain operations. Clients should review existing agency contracts with their agents to ensure they remain informed about any changes in service protocols.
Further reading
For more on shifts in the regional property market, explore the Commercial section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Winston-Salem Journal.
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