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Realogy Holdings Corp.
Realogy Holdings Corp. is a real estate franchisor and brokerage holding company, owner of Coldwell Banker, Century 21, and Sotheby's International Realty.
Realogy Holdings Corp.
Realogy Holdings Corp. was formed through a series of mergers and acquisitions, most notably the 2006 combination of NRT Incorporated and Cendant's real estate division. The firm's core business is residential real estate brokerages and franchising, with over 190,000 agents under its brand umbrella as of public filings. The company's strategy relies on scale: it operates through company-owned brokerages and a franchise network. Revenue is primarily transaction-based, tied to home sales volumes. Key portfolio elements include the Coldwell Banker brand with over 3,000 offices, Century 21 with 4,000 offices globally, and Sotheby's International Realty focused on luxury properties (per Sotheby's International Realty, 2024). Realogy was publicly traded on the NYSE (ticker: RLGY) until its 2022 go-private acquisition by a consortium led by Apollo Global Management. The deal valued the firm at approximately $9.1 billion (per The Wall Street Journal, 2022). As of 2024, it has no disclosed independent asset management arm or family office structure. Structurally, the firm operates as a holding company that owns real estate brokerage and franchising assets, with Apollo Global Management as the majority owner post-acquisition. No additional governance or succession details are publicly available.
General information
Firm type
other
Year founded
—
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Madison
Corporate office
Madison, NJ, United States
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Realogy Holdings Corp. post-2022?
Apollo Global Management led a consortium that acquired Realogy in October 2022, taking it private (per The Wall Street Journal, 2022). The specific ownership structure among consortium members is not fully disclosed.
What brands does Realogy operate?
Realogy's brands include Coldwell Banker, Century 21, Sotheby's International Realty, ERA Real Estate, and Corcoran. These cover a range from mid-market to luxury residential real estate services.
Is Realogy structured as a family office?
No. Realogy is a holding company for real estate franchises and brokerages. It does not publicly present itself as a family office or investment vehicle, though its post-2022 ownership includes Apollo Global Management, an asset manager.
What is the scale of Realogy's operations?
Realogy's network includes over 190,000 agents across thousands of offices in North America and select international markets (per public filings). The firm was acquired for approximately $9.1 billion.
Does Realogy have a direct-investment arm?
There is no public record of Realogy operating a dedicated investment arm. Its primary functions are brokerage and franchising.
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