Executive Biographies

Since its founding more than half a century ago, Real Living has earned and maintained a reputation as one of the most innovative and forward-looking companies in the real estate industry – a place where quality, unsurpassed service and a fun, vibrant family atmosphere uniquely come together. This unusual combination is a direct reflection of the Real Living leadership.

Our Leader

Real Living is a new kind of real estate company – one that consumers and agents trust. Founded on achievement and advancement, learn more about the experienced leader responsible for Real Living's continued growth.

Allan Dalton, Chief Executive Officer - Real Living Real Estate

Allan Dalton, Chief Executive Officer - Real Living Real Estate

Allan Dalton is the Chief Executive Officer of Real Living Real Estate, and he brings a wealth of real estate experience to his position. He is the former CEO of realtor.com and past president and co-owner of a 32-office Regional Brokerage – Murphy Realty Better Homes and Gardens. He was also named by the National Association of REALTORS as one of the real estate industry’s 25 most influential thought leaders.

Dalton, a former draft pick of the NBA’s Boston Celtics, brings with him deep branding and franchising experience. While growing Murphy Realty, he was credited with creating the Better Homes and Gardens Pacesetter networking group, and co-created its business-to-consumer marketing systems. As a consultant to Cendant (now Realogy), Dalton co-created national marketing systems for NRT, Coldwell Banker, Century 21 and ERA.

Dalton, author of several books on real estate, is a former SVP for NRT, president of Prominent Properties Sotheby's International Realty and chief marketing officer of RISMedia. He is also a sought-after public speaker for the real estate industry.