The JMG acquisition gives teams leverage, but not equal valuations
Advisors say the JMG deal validates team model M&A, but valuations still depend on EBITDA, margins, and scalable lead sources.
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Compass moves from AI content creation to AI task execution in Home Platform
Compass launched AI Assistant inside Home Platform, using agent data to automate follow ups, record updates, and daily briefings
Compass files ethics complaints against Zillow in 26 states
Compass filed ethics complaints alleging Zillow false advertising across 26 states, 55 MLSs and 30 Realtor associations.
Real Brokerage and REMAX set Aug 14 merger votes
Real and REMAX set Aug 14 votes, with a 10 for 1 consolidation and a $13.80 cash option plus $60M to $80M pool.
Century 21 COO says M&A activity fueled by growing tech demands
Century 21 has completed 16 merger and acquisition deals in 2026, following 24 transactions last year — a roughly 40% increase from 2022.
ONE Sotheby’s International Realty adds sales director
According to the brokerage, Figueroa has been involved in more than $3 billion in closed transactions during her career.
RealTrends Verified The Craig Tann Group continues decade of growth
The team closed $486 million in sales volume across 877 transactions last year, which ranked No. 10 and No. 3 nationally among mega teams.
Tom Blanchard keeps Blanchard & Calhoun focused on what big firms can’t buy
Blanchard and Calhoun says community focus and agent support help it compete in Augusta amid consolidation and commission pressure.
Florida homebuyers sue Compass over $475 transaction fee
Florida buyers sue Compass over a $475 closing transaction fee, seeking class status for fees charged from June 2022 to June 2026.
Boomer Foster launches Paul Wesley Real Estate brokerage
Boomer Foster launched Paul Wesley Real Estate in April, serving VA, MD and DC, with nearly $250M in production from about 30 agents.