BrokeragesReal posts big gains in agent count, revenue and transactionsFourth-quarter revenue was up a whopping 89%, though net losses rose along with operating expenses.AJ LaTraceMarch 7, 2024
BrokeragesRedfin cuts losses, touts site trafficCEO Glenn Kelman highlighted new programs and told investors the company isn’t interested in an ad war: “Our basic thesis is that the best product wins.”Cheryl Reid-SimonsFebruary 27, 2024
BrokeragesCompass continues to add agents, improves lossesRevenue dipped, but Compass managed to gain more than 1,000 agents in 2023 and cut losses for the year nearly by half.Dave GallagherFebruary 27, 2024
BrokeragesRE/MAX: Growing US agent count a top priority as revenue fallsLosses rose as revenue, U.S. agent count dropped. After a leadership shakeup, CEO Erik Carlson said having "the right people" is "vital to our future success."Cheryl Reid-SimonsFebruary 23, 2024
BrokerageseXp drops nearly 2K agents in fourth quarter as profits fallThe company said its "decision to offboard a significant number of unproductive agents" in Q4 was offset by "excellent" retention of strong producers.Dave GallagherFebruary 22, 2024
IndustryCoStar revenue — and Homes.com push — beats expectationsCEO Andy Florance said Homes.com sold $4.5 million worth of new subscriptions to residential real estate agents in the first week after the Super Bowl.Dave GallagherFebruary 20, 2024
IndustryOpendoor trims losses, looks to buy more houses in 2024The leading iBuyer lost $275 million in 2023, but that was less than a fifth of 2022 losses. Now the focus is “sustainable” growth of the business.Cheryl Reid-SimonsFebruary 15, 2024
BrokeragesAnywhere revenue took a hit in Q4, dipped 18% in 2023Net losses for the year improved, however. CEO Ryan Schneider pointed to debt reduction and settlements as wins, and spoke favorably about buyer agreements.AJ LaTraceFebruary 15, 2024
IndustryZillow beat revenue expectations in fourth quarterWhile still posting a net loss, the company reported higher-than-expected revenue from its residential and rental businesses as Premier Agent held steady.Dave GallagherFebruary 13, 2024
BrokeragesReal revenue, agent count up nearly 100% in past 12 monthsStrong growth was the theme of the quarter despite a net loss. CEO Tamir Poleg also said he believed Real will come out ahead should commissions rules change.AJ LaTraceNovember 9, 2023
BrokeragesCompass CEO expresses 'confidence' in commissions following verdictIn the Q3 earnings call, Robert Reffkin said Sitzer/Burnett probably won't lower commission splits, highlighted the company's strength despite continued losses.Dave GallagherNovember 6, 2023
BrokerageseXp looks to international growth as profits fallCEO Glenn Sanford acknowledged the challenging market, but said eXp has increased market share and added agents even as revenue remains flat.AJ LaTraceNovember 3, 2023
BrokeragesRE/MAX losses soar following payout in commissions casesWhile revenue dipped slightly, net losses totaled more than $59 million, but CEO Steve Joyce said the company continued to make progress in a tough market.Robert DavisNovember 2, 2023
BrokeragesRedfin ready for a ‘revolution’ after commissions verdictCEO Glenn Kelman told investors its customer focus, including self-service options for buyers, helped improve earnings and could help Redfin grab market share.Cheryl Reid-SimonsNovember 2, 2023
IndustryAs revenue plummets, Opendoor aims for a turnaround in 2024During the company's Q3 earnings call, CEO Carrie Wheeler said she anticipates a quiet fourth quarter but an uptick in home acquisitions next year.AJ LaTraceNovember 2, 2023
IndustryZillow ‘well positioned to thrive’ despite commissions trial outcomeDuring the Q3 earnings call, CEO Rich Barton discussed the Sitzer/Burnett verdict and how it could affect Zillow — and the industry as a whole.AJ LaTraceNovember 1, 2023
IndustryCoStar to accelerate investment in Homes.com, posts revenue gainsThe company reported $625M in Q3 revenue and touted the growth of its residential portal, which it says is well-positioned should commission practices change.Dave GallagherOctober 24, 2023
BrokeragesAnywhere’s revenue holds steady even as transactions fallIn its Q3 earnings report, the company highlighted its $1.6B in revenue, debt reduction, and a settlement that “puts significant litigation behind us.” AJ LaTraceOctober 24, 2023
BrokeragesBridgemarq returns to profitability, but income down 90% from 2022The Canadian brokerage giant saw a much smaller drop in revenue, and agent count increased slightly.Cheryl Reid-SimonsAugust 12, 2023
BrokeragesDouglas Elliman still sees hope in luxury after a tough Q2The company reported significant year-over-year declines, with revenue taking a nearly 25% hit — but numbers were much improved over Q1.Cheryl Reid-SimonsAugust 11, 2023