RE/MAX Holdings, Inc.
Announces Agreement to Acquire
RE/MAX INTEGRA's North American Regions
June 2021
Forward-Looking Statements
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RE/MAX, LLC to Acquire RE/MAX INTEGRA's North American Regions for $235M
Acquisition represents a significant growth opportunity and a key component to our long-range strategy
RE/MAX INTEGRA's U.S. Operations | RE/MAX INTEGRA's Canadian Operations includes 1 |
includes 3 regions encompassing 9 states | region encompassing 5 provinces |
6,929 Agents | 11,937 Agents |
+2.8% y/y | +5.4% y/y |
RE/MAX INTEGRA's North American operations is the largest collection of Independent Regions
•Agent counts as of March 31, 2021
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Operational Benefits: Speed, Scale, Growth & Opportunity
"More agents on the same systems, using the same products, combining resources, and delivering a more consistent customer experience"
- Nick Bailey, President of RE/MAX, LLC
Operational Benefits
Adding ~19,000 agents1to U.S. and Canadian Company-owned Regions
Greater speed and consistency as well as an
enhanced ability to scale
Further solidifies RE/MAX's #1 position in Canada;
adds growth opportunities and experienced leadership
More RE/MAX agents will have unfettered access to proprietary tools, training and technology
Focus for the remainder of 2021:
Execute a smooth and seamless transition
Enable the ongoing success of franchisees and agents
in the acquired regions
Engage in discussions with franchisees and agents and strategize on how to continue to grow
Expand technology offerings in Canada
1Agent count as of March 31, 2021
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Capital Allocation Priorities | Financing Details |
Acquiring Independent Regions
Reinvesting to drive future organic growth
Exploring other strategic acquisitions and partnerships
Returning capital to shareholders
Acquisition to be financed exclusively with debt
Committed financing has been secured on terms
consistent with RE/MAX, LLC's existing Senior
Secured Credit Facility
Additional leverage provides a more efficient capital structure
Once closed, leverage is expected to increase to a still-comfortable level of approximately 3x on a net basis and approximately 4x on a gross basis
A more efficient capital structure and the cash-generative nature of RE/MAX Holdings' legacy business combined with RE/MAX INTEGRA's North American regions provide the Company with the financial flexibility to continue to invest for future growth
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