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The Compass-Anywhere deal has closed. Now the real work begins

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The merger is not just about these two companies, Keith Robinson writes. It is about the shape of the whole real estate industry. Continue reading →

The deal is done: Compass and Anywhere have officially merged

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Less than four months after Compass and Anywhere — two of the biggest companies in real estate — announced a planned merger, the firms closed the $1.6 billion deal on Friday after receiving a majority of shareholder approval. Continue reading →

EXp CEO Leo Pareja: We aren’t waiting for NAR on referrals

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EXp rolled out updated referral disclosure forms on Monday. “Are we waiting for some third-party body that we’re members of to have our back? As we learned, I’d rather be safe than sorry,” Pareja said. Continue reading →

Will Anywhere merger launch M&A arms race? It’s not yet clear: Intel

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Competitor brokerages have been largely silent in recent weeks on plans to join forces in response to the Compass-Anywhere deal. But some do sense opportunities arising from the deal. And one big real estate player didn’t hold his tongue. Continue reading →

Why independent brokerages matter more than ever amid real estate consolidation

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Windermere’s OB Jacobi writes that it’s more important than ever to preserve independence and keep the industry vibrant, diverse and focused on the things that matter most. Continue reading →

Will the Compass-Anywhere deal kill the boutique brokerage?

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How can a boutique brokerage avoid being eclipsed by an industry behemoth? Dezireh Eyn suggests leaning into transparency as a differentiator. Continue reading →

7 real estate industry standards you should question

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A challenger’s mindset separates leaders from followers. Greg Hague offers seven standards to question with the consumer’s interest as your compass. Continue reading →

Jason Oppenheim respects the Compass deal, but says he’s ‘not happy about it’

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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 →

Get ready to get hit with a tsunami of real estate consolidation

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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 →

Here’s why indies are stoked about the Compass-Anywhere deal

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Most indie brokers Inman spoke with as news of the Compass and Anywhere transaction unfolded on Monday felt that the brokerages becoming one huge entity would make the indie experience even more attractive to agents. Continue reading →