Compass envisions recruitment opportunity in industry upheaval

Rory Golod, Compass’ president of growth and communications, spoke to Inman about Clear Cooperation, commission settlements, franchising and much more. Continue reading

Compass launches new division for older real estate consumers

The launch comes as the Baby Boomers race into their elder years, creating what some observers have referred to as a “silver tsunami.” Continue reading

Compass CEO not ready to kiss brick-and-mortar locations goodbye

At Inman Connect on Tuesday, Compass CEO Robert Reffkin shared what post-IPO life is like, his plans to expand Compass’ tech offerings, and why the office isn’t going away anytime soon. Continue reading

Compass lays off 15% of staff amid coronavirus ‘economic standstill’

CEO Robert Reffkin said Monday in a letter that the coronavirus has created ‘one of the most challenging and uncertain moments in our lifetimes.’ Continue reading

Concierge competition is heating up. Here’s how indies can compete 

In the ongoing listings wars, some of the nation’s most heavily funded brokerages have been boasting about their concierge services. It’s worrying for indie brokers, but Troy Palmquist and Linnette Edwards have some ideas on how to compete. Continue reading

Compass inching closer to 20% market share goal: Reffkin

Read Compass CEO Robert Reffkin’s year-end email to agents, in which he provides insights into the privately held company and lays out his plans for 2020. Continue reading

Compass raises another $370M round for platform development

The well-funded real estate brokerage announced Tuesday it’s planning an August launch for “a completely redesigned consumer search and app experience.” Continue reading

Compass CEO acknowledges tech problems, promises fixes in 2019

Compass CEO Robert Reffkin highlighted the trials and tribulations of a watershed year of expansion in an end-of-year email delivered to staff and agents. Continue reading