Compass amplifies reach in deal with nation’s largest MLS
The brokerage has significantly increased its listings exposure in recent weeks through MLS collaborations, with Bright its biggest partner to date.
May 13, 2026
The latest on Compass
- The MLS/CLAW partners with Compass, revises its IDX policyThe MLS, which is joining forces with the brokerage giant, will allow agents to pre-market listings to members only — without syndication to third-party sites.May 6, 2026
- Compass stock price jumps on promise of ‘durable profitability’The company gets a vote of confidence from investors after reporting $2.7 billion in Q1 revenue — its first earnings report since the Anywhere deal closed.May 5, 2026
- Reffkin takes ‘flood the zone’ approach in bid to sway industry execsIn a rapid-fire, eyebrow-raising presentation to real estate leaders, the Compass International Holdings CEO made a case for “restoring” the MLS of the past.May 2, 2026
More The latest on Compass
- Compass, United the latest to settle in TuccoriThe deals are pending, with few details disclosed. Plus, Weichert negotiates with Batton plaintiffs; Compass rebuts NWMLS claims; TRD defamation suit dropped.April 28, 2026
- Robert Reffkin says he’s not trying to ‘destroy the MLS’The CIH Chairman and CEO explained why he’s pushing for more choice in how listings are marketed — and questioned the concept of a real estate “industry.”April 24, 2026
- MRED opens access to all agents — with Compass the first to joinThe Chicago MLS, which runs a private listing network, is expanding nationwide to give agents “more choices.” It will receive Compass’ full listing inventory.April 24, 2026
- Compass takes majority stake in Peerage USA HoldingsThe debt-restructuring move gives Compass International Holdings 51% ownership and a potential path to more control of a company tied to Sotheby’s franchises.April 22, 2026
- Across the US, the ‘New Compass’ is running away with the leadA recent analysis of home sales in top Compass markets shows just how much the brokerage has increased its market share since acquiring Anywhere.April 14, 2026
- NWMLS counterclaim strikes back at Compass over ‘deceptive scheme’The Washington-based MLS, which was sued by the brokerage a year ago, said it’s fighting “a battle for the future of the American real estate market.”Updated April 3, 2026
- Robert Reffkin says he’s ‘pro-MLS’ — but doubles down on criticismThe Compass Intl. Holdings CEO vowed to defend agents who are penalized for following “seller-directed” marketing plans while insisting he supports the MLS.March 20, 2026
- Compass case against NWMLS will proceedIn a Mar. 19 ruling, a judge denied the Seattle-area MLS’s motion to dismiss, stating that Compass had made “plausible claims” of competitive harm.March 20, 2026
- Compass, Rocket to MLS leaders: ‘We can no longer stand idly by’The real estate giants accused several MLSs of “actively working against” agents, adding, “we will not accept rules” dictating how listings can be marketed.Updated March 20, 2026
- Compass drops lawsuit after Zillow embraces pre-marketingThe industry’s largest brokerage had sued the home search site over its Listings Access Standards, which conflict with Compass’ marketing approach.Updated March 20, 2026
- Former Anywhere exec Sue Yannaccone is now COO at CompassAfter leading Anywhere Brands for more than five years, Yannaccone has been appointed chief operating officer of Compass following its acquisition of Anywhere.March 18, 2026
- Compass reports ‘strongest Q4’ ever, announces ‘historic’ dealDuring a Feb. 26 call with investors, Compass CEO Robert Reffkin took shots at Zillow and MLSs — and detailed an unexpected partnership with Redfin.February 26, 2026
- Compass finds a new outlet for exclusive listings: RedfinRocket agreed to begin immediately displaying the brokerage’s “Coming Soon” listings on Redfin — reversing Redfin’s earlier pledge to bar such listings.February 26, 2026
- Compass, Fathom announce new presidentsNeda 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.February 10, 2026
- Zillow can continue enforcing private listing ban, judge rulesIn a Feb. 6 ruling, a judge denied Compass’ injunction request, citing insufficient evidence of irreparable harm and skepticism of conspiracy, monopoly claims.February 6, 2026
- What Reffkin told agents after Compass-Anywhere deal closedOn his first day as CEO of Compass International Holdings, Robert Reffkin shared a vision of agent empowerment, seller choice and tech-enabled efficiencies.January 9, 2026
- How did the Compass-Anywhere deal get cleared so quickly?A senior DOJ antitrust official wanted a deeper review of the merger, but got shut down after Compass went over her head, according to the Wall Street Journal.January 9, 2026
- Compass completes its acquisition of Anywhere Real EstateRobert Reffkin said the deal brings the “most respected brands and professionals together on a single, modern technology platform” to better serve clients.January 9, 2026
- Compass lines up $1 billion in financing tied to Anywhere dealThe brokerage announced plans to raise capital for “general corporate purchases” by issuing convertible notes — debt that noteholders can cash in later.January 8, 2026
- Compass, Anywhere merger on track to close this weekCompass indicated that approximately 99% of its shareholders voted for the deal, which the brokerage said is now expected to close on Jan. 9.January 7, 2026
