Brokerage News

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At the annual R4 convention on Feb. 23, CEO Erik Carlson sought to energize agents with a message focused on growth, revitalization and professionalism.

During a Feb. 26 call with investors, Compass CEO Robert Reffkin took shots at Zillow and MLSs — and detailed an unexpected partnership with Redfin.

The firm is currently incorporated in Delaware, but CEO Glenn Sanford said Texas is “better suited” to its needs. Shareholders will vote on the move in April.

While revenue beat expectations, losses increased in 2025 as the company worked to create "a boundary-less platform where technology and community converge.”

Anywhere and three other brokerages opted into a separate homebuyer commissions settlement, but Batton lawyers claim it’s an attempt to settle “on the cheap.”

Brokerage consolidation is accelerating, but sellers aren’t always winning — especially when assumptions and emotions factor into M&A negotiations.

The Keller Williams executive chairman delivered blunt takes on the big industry headlines, from criticism of Homes.com to the Rocket-Redfin “nothingburger.”

Real, ERA each add about 60 agents. Plus, $25M duo joins BHHS Chicago; new president at Harry Norman Realtors; E&V enters Poland; Elliman, CB nab luxury agents.

Erik Carlson also noted that REMAX is “well prepared” to shift to private listings if necessary, “but philosophically, we think that the consumer comes first.”

Most executives in a recent survey expect to boost profitability and transactions this year, “while staying focused on pricing pressure, margins and execution.”

CIRE @properties Lone Star picks up Koberg Real Estate Group; Compass teams in Boston, Pennsylvania move to other brands; BHGRE nabs W. Virginia indie; more.

FirstTeam now operates in four Western states. Plus, The Agency adds office in Colorado; Corcoran affiliate enters Cape Cod; CIRE announces exec appointments.

Neda Navab, former president of brokerage operations, has been promoted to a leading role in Compass’ post-merger org, while Lori Muller joins Fathom from EXIT.

Plus, high-end specialist Justin Alexander joins The Agency Beverly Hills; Keller Williams launches in Egypt; Century 21 North East, Elliman welcome new agents.

The formal approval granted in the Gibson case on Feb. 5 adds nearly $40 million to the larger settlement fund, which totals over $1 billion.

Plus, HomeSmart’s NEXT team gains family ties; IVRE adds franchise business consultant; agents join Michael Saunders & Co., Portside Real Estate Group.

The leader of real estate’s largest enterprise has left the company “in accordance with the terms” of the merger agreement with Compass.

Three teams who recently moved to LPT Realty said issues common to franchise operations — like territoriality and geographic constraints — had inhibited growth.

After five years of litigation, Keller Williams President and CEO Chris Czarnecki said the brokerage is turning its attention “back to what we do best.”