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gents have said they might leave if Compass and Anywhere merge, a scenario that other brokerages are watching closely. Zillow’s latest survey of Anywhere agents—who would report to Compass CEO Robert Reffkin if the merger goes through—reveals that 18 % would “definitely” depart within a year, while 35 % say they “might consider” leaving. An additional 23 % view the acquisition as overall negative for their business. About 70 % of respondents believe private listing networks are not in a seller’s best interest, reflecting Zillow’s long‑standing opposition to off‑MLS listings.

    The survey, conducted in the second half of October, comes amid a heated legal battle between Zillow and Compass over Zillow’s Listing Access Standards. Zillow began removing non‑compliant listings from its sites in late June, prompting Compass to sue, alleging that Zillow’s rules were abusing monopoly power and harming sellers, buyers, and Compass agents.

    Other brokerage leaders are also weighing the potential agent churn. During Real Brokerage’s earnings call on October 30, CEO Tamir Poleg said that while the merger might spark interest from agents seeking new opportunities, the firm will rely on organic growth and its value proposition rather than capitalizing on competitors’ troubles. eXp Realty CEO Leo Pareja echoed this sentiment, noting that any change prompts agents to reassess their alignment, creating a chance for eXp to attract talent.

    In short, the merger could trigger a notable shift in the agent landscape, with a significant portion of Anywhere agents considering departure and other brokerages positioning themselves to welcome those who leave.