Merge or Die: The Brutal Truth About Brokerage Survival in 2025

Written By the WiRE - the Week in Real Estate
 

The real estate brokerage landscape is rapidly changing in 2025. With a slow market and economic uncertainty, many firms face a stark choice: merge or risk decline. We delve into the brutal truth of brokerage survival, examining the rising trend of mergers and acquisitions.

Discover how major players like Compass are growing through consolidation, while others like RE/MAX and Century 21 see significant affiliate mergers. We analyze the increasing market share of the top 1,000 brokerages and explore what strategies independent brokerages can leverage to navigate this challenging environment and avoid being left behind. It’s a survival guide for brokerage leaders.


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