For now, it’s business as usual for real estate agents affiliated with Anywhere-owned brokerage brands. But as Compass moves to acquire them next year, some real estate leaders say it may place pressure on competitors to ramp up their own expansions. Continue reading
In her latest Interview, the Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Brand president talks competition and the enduring appeal of legacy brands. Continue reading
The question isn’t whether this merger will change real estate, Lauren Henss writes, but whether that change will ultimately benefit consumers, agents or primarily shareholders. Continue reading
The Compass name has largely overtaken Latter & Blum branding, but otherwise, the brokerage is still very much in the midst of a smooth transition to Compass’s systems, agents said. Continue reading
Don’t fear the scale of a combined Compass and Anywhere, luxury expert Mickey Alam Khan writes. Instead, lean into your differentiators and your unique value proposition. Continue reading
Agents at Compass and other large firms are increasingly set against Clear Cooperation. But at franchises and indies, the campaign may have only hardened their resolve, Intel surveys suggest. Continue reading
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers. Continue reading
The Oppenheim Group owner shared thoughts on the state of the market and was jazzed up about upcoming seasons of “Selling Sunset” and “Selling the OC.” Continue reading
From Compass’s horizontal acquisitions to Rocket’s vertical integration, Troy Palmquist looks at what’s driving M&A — and who might be next. Continue reading
With the merger expected to close late next year, what kind of changes should agents and consumers expect when the nation’s top two brokerages by sales volume become one? Continue reading