Talkin' Trash

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November 07, 2025

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Splits and Caps Daily: Action for Agents

November 7, 2025

📈 Market Move:

Merger Mania

Zillow just pulled a power move — it surveyed Anywhere agents (the folks soon-to-be under Compass CEO Robert Reffkin if that merger closes) — and the results? Brutal.

Here’s the tea:

  • 18% said they’d definitely leave Anywhere if Compass takes over.

  • Another 35% said they might bounce.

  • 23% think the merger would flat-out hurt their business.

  • And 70% said private/off-MLS listings (Compass’s bread and butter) aren’t good for sellers.

This isn’t just a data drop — it’s a PR grenade. Zillow and Compass are already locked in a legal cage match over listing rules, and this survey is Zillow’s way of saying: “Agents don’t like your game, Reffkin.”

Meanwhile, CEOs at eXp and Real Brokerage are sitting on the sidelines like, “👀 …we’ll take your free agents, thanks.”

Bottom line: If Compass and Anywhere do merge, it might trigger a mini agent migration across the industry — and Zillow just made sure everyone’s watching.

🌟Quote of the Day:

“Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice.” — Steve Jobs

📊🤔 Agent Poll:

“With all the buzz around private/off-MLS listings, how do you feel about them for sellers?”

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🎉 Fun Fact of the Day: 

Presidential Project: 🏚️ The White House was a fixer-upper. When John Adams moved in, it wasn’t finished. The walls were damp, rooms unpainted, and the smell? Let’s just say “new construction” wasn’t a compliment back then.

📚 Book Recommendation:

“The Lean Mindset” by Mary Poppendieck & Tom Poppendieck — Being an agent isn’t just about showing homes — it’s about building systems that actually work. This book isn’t about working harder; it’s about thinking smarter. Learn to spot wasted effort in your workflow, focus on what clients truly value, and iterate on your processes so every listing, lead, and deal counts.

It’s a playbook for cutting the clutter in your business and making your day-to-day more efficient and impactful.

The Lean Mindset: Ask the Right Questions

Stack today’s victories and watch the compound effect.

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