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Steve Murray on the current state of the real estate industry, legal challenges and referral fees

Steve Murray on the current state of the real estate industry, legal challenges and referral fees

Update: 2025-12-08
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In this episode, RTC Consulting Founder Steve Murray discusses the current state of the real estate industry, focusing on brokerage mergers and acquisitions, the impact of Zillow’s legal challenges, and strategies for brokers to prepare for the future. He emphasizes the importance of adapting to market changes, understanding antitrust issues and leveraging technology like AI to enhance business models.



  • How the real estate landscape is evolving with significant changes in brokerage M&A activity.

  • How Zillow’s legal challenges reflect broader power struggles in the industry.

  • How brokers need to prepare for potential changes in referral fee structures.

  • AI technology is beginning to influence how consumers find homes.

  • The market share concerns that may impact future brokerage mergers and acquisitions.

  • Brokers should consider transparency in referral fees as a competitive advantage.

  • Understanding antitrust regulations is crucial for brokers navigating mergers.

  • Successful brokers are those who manage costs effectively and focus on fundamentals.



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Steve Murray on the current state of the real estate industry, legal challenges and referral fees

Steve Murray on the current state of the real estate industry, legal challenges and referral fees

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