Steve Murray on the ramifications of the Compass acquisition of Anywhere

23/09/2025 32 min
Steve Murray on the ramifications of the Compass acquisition of Anywhere

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Episode Synopsis

Yesterday, it was announced that real estate giant Compass is acquiring another real estate giant: Anywhere Real Estate, which includes Coldwell Banker, Century 21, Corcoran, ERA Real Estate, Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate, and Sotheby’s International Realty.

Today, we’re bringing you a special bonus episode with Tracey and Steve Murray, senior advisor for HousingWire and the founder of RealTrends and RTC Consulting. Steve is an expert on all things mergers and acquisitions and provides us with some interesting insight into the industry implications and ramifications of such a landmark deal. 



Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:



The strategic implications of the acquisition




How the deal might face antitrust scrutiny in major markets




The integration challenges, including agent retention and cultural alignment




Potential impacts on Zillow, NAR, and the broader brokerage landscape




Steve’s insights on the future of brokerage competition and consumer trust




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