Economists' Outlook

Housing stats and analysis from NAR's research experts.

2013 Firm Survey: Characteristics of Real Estate Firms

  • Eighty percent of real estate firms have a single office, typically with two full-time real estate licensees.
  • Seventy-nine percent of firms specialize in residential brokerage.
  • 32 percent of firms are LLCs, 29 percent are sole proprietorship, 27 percent are S-Corps, and 10 percent are C-Corps.
  • The typical residential firm has been operating for 12 years, while the typical commercial firm has been operating for 18 years.
  • For more on the 2013 Firm Survey, click here.

Notice: The information on this page may not be current. The archive is a collection of content previously published on one or more NAR web properties. Archive pages are not updated and may no longer be accurate. Users must independently verify the accuracy and currency of the information found here. The National Association of REALTORS® disclaims all liability for any loss or injury resulting from the use of the information or data found on this page.

Advertisement