Inside the acquisition system fueling one of real estate’s fastest-growing brokerages

For brokerages serious about growth, this is a rare chance to learn from a leader who has proven that strategic acquisition can outpace even the best recruiting models.

By |2025-10-30T10:10:24-07:00October 30th, 2025|M&A, Mergers & Acquisitions|Comments Off on Inside the acquisition system fueling one of real estate’s fastest-growing brokerages

Compass and Anywhere signal a new era of brokerage consolidation

At WAV Group, we have long believed that consolidation is not just about size. It is about leverage and the ability to turn scale into sustained profitability. This merger should prompt every brokerage leader to revisit their own growth strategy.

By |2025-10-24T08:46:36-07:00October 24th, 2025|Broker Information, M&A, Mergers & Acquisitions|Comments Off on Compass and Anywhere signal a new era of brokerage consolidation

What buyers look for in a brokerage

You’re not just selling a business. You’re selling years of leadership, decision-making, market insight, and trust. It’s personal – and that’s what makes it powerful. But buyers don’t make decisions based on emotion. They’re looking at your brokerage through a different lens: return on investment.

By |2025-07-24T08:34:22-07:00July 24th, 2025|Acquisitions, Broker Information, M&A|Comments Off on What buyers look for in a brokerage

How would you decide to sell your MLS?

While understanding your organization's value is essential, making a well thought out decision to sell is far more complex. The smartest MLS leaders are preparing now—before an unsolicited offer lands on their desk.

By |2025-04-11T07:03:29-07:00April 10th, 2025|Associations, M&A, MLS, MLS Insights|Comments Off on How would you decide to sell your MLS?

Howard Hanna and Compass Set the Tone for Brokerage M&A in 2025

As the real estate industry continues to evolve, 2025 may mark a significant turning point for brokerage firms across the United States. With shifting market conditions, pressure on buyside commissions,  increased operational costs, anti-trust litigation, and the rapid advancement of technology, industry experts predict that a wave of mergers could reshape the brokerage landscape.

By |2025-02-11T11:33:16-08:00January 30th, 2025|Acquisitions, Broker Information, M&A|Comments Off on Howard Hanna and Compass Set the Tone for Brokerage M&A in 2025

FOR SALE: Online Real Estate Training Company

WAV Group is proud to represent one of America's most esteemed real estate trainers and their company. This highly successful subscription-based service boasts over 50,000 active subscribers who rely on its robust online portal for access to the most comprehensive and impactful real estate agent and leadership training available today.

By |2025-01-14T09:40:23-08:00January 14th, 2025|Acquisitions, M&A, PropTech|Comments Off on FOR SALE: Online Real Estate Training Company

Brokerages: Are You Leaving Money on the Table?

A recent Mergers and Acquisitions workshop, hosted by WAV Group, revealed a startling truth: many brokerages are undervaluing their businesses by overlooking a critical asset—buyer agreements.

By |2025-03-16T07:00:02-07:00November 21st, 2024|Broker Information, M&A, Mergers & Acquisitions|Comments Off on Brokerages: Are You Leaving Money on the Table?

Growing Your Brokerage Without Recruiting

The fastest growing firms seeking growth are deploying two primary avenues: merging with congruent brokerages and expanding into adjacent businesses.

By |2024-11-06T13:48:56-08:00November 11th, 2024|Broker Information, M&A, Mergers & Acquisitions|Comments Off on Growing Your Brokerage Without Recruiting

WAV Group Represents the Sale of a Real Estate Education Company

We believe that the right fit for this business would be an Association of REALTORS, a Multiple Listing Service (MLS), or a Large Brokerage firm with an existing real estate school.

By |2024-09-12T11:25:35-07:00September 12th, 2024|M&A|Comments Off on WAV Group Represents the Sale of a Real Estate Education Company

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