Compass Acquires @properties and Launches Dual Brand Strategy with Christies

This collaboration signifies a transformative step in the luxury real estate market, merging technology, global reach, and best-in-class services.

By |2024-12-02T14:11:01-08:00December 2nd, 2024|Acquisitions|Comments Off on Compass Acquires @properties and Launches Dual Brand Strategy with Christies

A New Era of MLS Mergers and Acquisitions Arrives

There is very little clarity today about the fast spreading news that Realtor Association shareholders of RE Colorado have given notice that they intend to sell their shares of the MLS to a private equity firm. The Realtor Associations want out of their investment, and it doesn't really matter why. To date no MLS has ever been sold to private equity investors. Some MLSs have been sold outright to fellow Associations and MLS, but to our knowledge, we never seen private equity enter this space until now. This could set off a wave of transactions if private equity starts to pay attention to the profitable business models of Multiple Listing Services.

Acquiring More Profit: The Definitive Online Course for Successful Brokerage Acquisitions

Unlock the secrets of successful real estate brokerage M&A with our comprehensive online course, "Acquiring More Profit." Based on the acclaimed book by George Slusser and Victor Lund, this course delivers the same valuable content originally presented in our popular nine-part webinar series, now available for you to learn at your own pace.

By |2024-06-12T11:49:48-07:00June 12th, 2024|Acquisitions, Broker-Agent Information, M&A|Comments Off on Acquiring More Profit: The Definitive Online Course for Successful Brokerage Acquisitions

Invitation to Acquiring More Profit: A 9-Part Webinar Series

Don’t miss this comprehensive look at successful real estate brokerage M&A. WAV Group colleagues George Slusser and Victor Lund will be covering each chapter of their new book Acquiring More Profit: The Definitive Guide to Successful Real Estate Brokerage Mergers & Acquisitions, during the 9-part webinar series.  Acquiring More Profit is a collection of the best practices and invaluable insights George and Victor have garnered over decades of M&A work and thousands of brokerage acquisitions. George Slusser, renowned as the foremost expert in real estate M&A today, has completed more successful transactions in this space than anyone else. As the Head of the M&A division at WAV Group, he continues to assist brokerages in finding profitable growth opportunities.

By |2024-02-02T08:12:14-08:00February 2nd, 2024|Acquisitions, Broker Information, M&A, Mergers & Acquisitions, Webinars|Comments Off on Invitation to Acquiring More Profit: A 9-Part Webinar Series

Why Small Firms and Tech Companies Should Be the Focus of Brokerage M&A

In markets where two brokerages are struggling to meet transaction minimums, a small business merger could be a magic pill. Here's why.

By |2023-09-27T11:23:26-07:00September 27th, 2023|Acquisitions, M&A, Technology, Technology Evaluation|Comments Off on Why Small Firms and Tech Companies Should Be the Focus of Brokerage M&A

Hey, Agent: Want to Own a Brokerage? 4 Questions to Ask Yourself

Should you build your first brokerage or consider buying a business that’s already launched? These four questions can help a top-producing agent decide what’s next.

By |2023-09-08T13:01:20-07:00September 12th, 2023|Acquisitions, Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Thought Leadership|Comments Off on Hey, Agent: Want to Own a Brokerage? 4 Questions to Ask Yourself

Finding new growth opportunities in M&A – Insights from the Acquiring More Profit Webinar

If you missed last week’s Acquiring More Profit webinar with Victor Lund and George Slusser, then you missed a great event. I would like to share some of the insights and takeaways we explored.

By |2023-08-22T13:18:38-07:00August 22nd, 2023|Acquisitions, Broker Information, M&A, Mergers & Acquisitions, Webinars|Comments Off on Finding new growth opportunities in M&A – Insights from the Acquiring More Profit Webinar

What’s your exit plan? Here’s how to sell your real estate brokerage

Selling a real estate brokerage isn’t like selling any other type of business. Here are 16 steps to take before the deal is closed.

By |2023-08-09T13:35:58-07:00August 10th, 2023|Acquisitions, Business Intelligence, M&A, Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategic Planning|Comments Off on What’s your exit plan? Here’s how to sell your real estate brokerage

WAV Group Proudly Presents “Acquiring More Profit”: The Ultimate Real Estate M&A Guide

WAV Group, takes great pride in introducing this groundbreaking book, co-authored by our esteemed colleagues George Slusser and Victor Lund. Acquiring More Profit: The Definitive Guide to Successful Real Estate Brokerage Mergers & Acquisitions is a collection of all the best practices George and Victor have perfected over decades of M&A work and thousands of brokerage acquisitions. 

Do You Know What Your Brokerage Is Worth?

How much is your brokerage worth today? Being able to answer that question on the fly can save you money today and help you plan for the future.

By |2023-07-24T12:10:55-07:00July 24th, 2023|Acquisitions, Business Intelligence, M&A, Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategic Planning|Comments Off on Do You Know What Your Brokerage Is Worth?

Maximizing the Sale of Your Brokerage

As the owner of a real estate brokerage firm, you have invested years of hard work and dedication into building your business. But at some point, you may start to consider selling your company, whether it's to pursue other career goals or to retire comfortably. The question is: when is the best time to sell?

By |2023-05-16T13:06:27-07:00May 16th, 2023|Acquisitions, Broker Information, M&A, Mergers & Acquisitions|Comments Off on Maximizing the Sale of Your Brokerage