FirstService Corporation reports news about a North American property services business built around two service platforms: FirstService Residential and FirstService Brands. FirstService Residential announcements commonly cover new residential community management assignments, high-rise and homeowners association portfolios, developer and builder services, customer-care programs, and regional leadership updates.
FirstService news also includes quarterly operating results, cash dividend declarations on its common shares, and corporate updates tied to its property services model. FirstService Brands provides essential property services to residential and commercial customers through company-owned operations and franchise systems, including brands such as California Closets, Paul Davis Restoration, CertaPro Painters, Floor Coverings International, and Pillar to Post Home Inspectors.
FirstService Residential (FSV) released the Los Angeles episode of Skyline Sessions, its series exploring luxury high-rise residential living across North America. The episode brings together development, architecture, design and property management professionals to discuss local approaches to indoor-outdoor living, neighborhood access and resident service. It is available at skylinesessions.com.
FirstService Residential (FSV)-managed Bulle Rock Community Association received the 2026 Community Association of the Year award from CAI-Chesapeake. The Community Associations Institute's Chesapeake chapter presented the award on October 5 at its annual expo and symposium. Bulle Rock is in Havre de Grace, Maryland.
FirstService (FSV) reported third-quarter revenue of $1.53 billion, with growth across both divisions but lower GAAP earnings than a year earlier. Revenue rose 6%, while GAAP operating earnings fell to $107.4 million from $115.6 million and diluted earnings per share fell to $0.99 from $1.24. Adjusted EBITDA, an adjusted earnings measure, increased 3% to $169.7 million; adjusted EPS rose 7% to $1.89.
Residential revenue rose 5% to $633.3 million, entirely from organic growth, which excludes acquisition and disposal effects. Brands revenue increased 7% to $898.4 million, including 3% organic growth, but roofing weakness reduced profitability. Nine-month revenue rose 4% to $4.30 billion, and GAAP diluted EPS increased to $2.41 from $2.32. Total debt reached $1,554,414 thousand at September 30, versus $1,082,676 thousand at December 31. FirstService expressed confidence in achieving its previously communicated full-year targets.
FirstService Residential (FSV) has relocated its Jacksonville office to a new space serving its local operations and community management teams.
The office is at 6735 Southpoint Drive South, Suite 405, Jacksonville, FL 32216. Its teams support condominium, homeowner and lifestyle communities throughout Northeast Florida. The company said the new workspace is designed to improve collaboration and the associate experience.
FirstService Residential (FSV) has been selected to provide full-service property management for Battery Wharf Boston Master Condominium Association. The appointment adds a waterfront community along Boston Harbor to its Boston management business. FirstService Residential will work with the association's board to support its goals.
FirstService (FSV) announced that its subsidiary, Century Fire Protection, has acquired A&A Fire Protection, expanding its presence in existing Carolina markets.
Based in Greenville, South Carolina, A&A provides fire sprinkler design, installation, inspection and repair services to commercial customers across South Carolina, western North Carolina and north Georgia. A&A President Jake Gilstrap will continue leading day-to-day operations and retain a minority equity interest. Transaction terms were not disclosed.
Century said the acquisition advances its strategy of increasing scale and broadening its client base in existing markets, with plans to deepen fire sprinkler and alarm capabilities in the Carolinas.
FirstService Residential (FSV) associates joined residents and partners to celebrate The Sun Rose Residences’ Forbes Travel Guide VERIFIED Luxury Residences designation.
The property earned the designation this summer after a verification process assessing service culture, operational practices and resident experience. The celebration included unveiling a plaque and presenting recognition pins to associates.
FirstService Residential (FSV) assumed management of Lagoon Valley Community Association in Vacaville, California, on September 1, 2026. The assignment covers full-service community management for a 1,015-home master-planned community. The association selected the company following a review focused on proactive service, operational support and additional resources.
FirstService Residential (FSV) announced that executive Terrance Smith received the City of Phoenix Excellence in Connectivity and Communication Award. Smith is executive director of the Desert Ridge Community Association, which encompasses over 6,400 homes across 5,700 acres. The award recognizes his communication and collaboration efforts connecting residents, businesses and community partners.
Phoenix District 2 Councilman Jim Waring nominated Smith. The city presented the award at the 2026 Neighborhood Synergy Conference on Sept. 12. Smith's work includes organizing community meetings, maintaining an active social media presence and overseeing the quarterly Lifestyles magazine.
FirstService Residential, a subsidiary of FirstService (FSV), has been named Property Management Firm of the Year at the 17th RED Residential Real Estate Awards.
The awards are scheduled for October 2026 and recognize work in New York residential real estate. Marc Kotler, president of FirstService Residential New York, will accept the award on behalf of the team.