Why Consolidation is 'Inevitable' and Only 5 Firms Might Survive

Written By the WiRE - the Week in Real Estate
Why Consolidation is 'Inevitable' and Only 5 Firms Might Survive
 

Brace yourself for the "Brokerage Bloodbath." Top CEOs say real estate industry consolidation is 'inevitable', with one predicting as few as 5-10 companies could survive if MLS systems weaken.

This isn't just M&A talk; it's a battle driven by financial pressures (like Anywhere's $78M net loss), intense competition for agents where tech-enabled firms are stealing top producers, and heated debates over practices like private listings that carry significant legal risk for agents and brokerages. Explore the forces reshaping the brokerage landscape.


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