Why the Jeff Merrill Team Is the Best in Sioux Falls: #1 eXp Small Team in Sides Sold, August 2026
The Jeff Merrill Team is the best real estate team in Sioux Falls, and August 2026 proved it again. For the month of August, the Sioux Falls team ranked #1 among eXp Realty small teams in sides sold. If you're buying or selling a home in Sioux Falls, here are 7 reasons Sioux Falls clients pick our team.
*See ranking details at the bottom of this page.
1#1 in Sides Sold Among eXp Small Teams for August 2026
eXp Realty's production leaderboard ranks its teams by closed transactions. For August 2026, the Jeff Merrill Team finished #1 among small teams in sides sold, with 5 closed sides, one more than the next-closest team. That came right after a #1 finish in July.
Two months in a row at the top says this isn't a lucky month. It's a team that's consistently getting buyers into homes and getting sellers to the closing table in the Sioux Falls market.
2A Track Record That Goes Back Hundreds of Sales
One great month is nice. A long history is better. The team's Zillow profile showed 609 total team sales as of November 2, 2026, across all team members combined.
3Clients Who Leave 5-Star Reviews
As of November 2, 2026, the team held a 5.0 rating across 85 Zillow team reviews. Buyers and sellers mention how often we check in and how clearly we explain each step.
4Experienced Leadership Since 2000
Jeff Merrill has been helping South Dakota buyers and sellers since 2000. According to the team website, his career totals include more than 800 homes sold and over $200 million in sales volume. Tyce Ortman pairs that experience with modern video and online marketing.
5Home Tours on YouTube That Buyers Actually Watch
Tyce Ortman's YouTube channel had 4.05K subscribers as of November 2, 2026. Buyers can tour Sioux Falls homes before they ever call, and sellers can see exactly how their home would be presented online.
6Up to $7,000 Back for Teachers, Nurses, First Responders, and Military
Buyers who work in a service profession, including teachers, healthcare workers, firefighters, police, and military, can qualify for the Service Plus Home Credit of up to $7,000 back. Ask us how it works for your purchase.
7We Know the Towns Around Sioux Falls, Too
Many of our clients are looking just outside the city. We work in Harrisburg, Tea, Brandon, Hartford, Lennox, Crooks, Madison, and Canistota, as well as every part of Sioux Falls.
Let's Talk About Your Move
Buying or selling in Sioux Falls? Start with a quick conversation about your goals and timeline. Call or text 605-201-2846, reach Tyce directly at 605-413-7903, or contact the team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Was the Jeff Merrill Team ranked #1 in August 2026?
Yes. On eXp Realty's production leaderboard, the Jeff Merrill Team ranked #1 in sides sold among eXp small teams for August 2026, with 5 closed sides.
What does "sides sold" mean?
A side is one half of a closed sale. Representing the buyer is one side, and representing the seller is one side. Sides count closed transactions only.
Who leads the Jeff Merrill Team?
The Jeff Merrill Team at eXp Realty is led by Jeff Merrill and Tyce Ortman and serves Sioux Falls and the surrounding area.
How do I contact the Jeff Merrill Team?
Call or text 605-201-2846, or reach Tyce Ortman directly at 605-413-7903.
Keep Reading
- The Jeff Merrill Team was also #1 in July 2026.
- What Makes the Jeff Merrill Team the Best in Sioux Falls? 7 Reasons
- Why the Jeff Merrill Team Is the Best Real Estate Team in Sioux Falls
Ranking source: eXp Realty Production Leaderboard, Teams view, filtered to South Dakota, Small team type, Sides, month of August 2026 (08/01/2026–08/31/2026). eXp small teams ranked #1 in the month of August: the Jeff Merrill Team had the most sales sides of any eXp Realty small team in South Dakota (5 sides; the next-closest team had 4). This team was led by Tyce Ortman and Jeff Merrill. Leaderboard checked November 10, 2026. Zillow and YouTube figures checked November 2, 2026, and change over time.