Economic Environment - The company reported a significant impact from high mortgage rates, inflation, and housing affordability issues, which could lead to a decline in homesale transaction volume[7]. - The residential real estate market is experiencing cyclical challenges, with potential declines in home sales and stagnant or declining home prices affecting overall performance[8]. - The company faces risks from macroeconomic conditions, including economic instability and potential government shutdowns, which could adversely affect operations[8]. - The average mortgage rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.78% as of July 25, 2024, reflecting a high interest rate environment impacting housing affordability[122]. - The residential real estate market saw a 3% decrease in existing homesale transactions for the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023[118]. Financial Performance - Gross commission income for the three months ended June 30, 2024, was $1,376 million, a slight increase from $1,363 million in the same period of 2023[21]. - Net revenues for the six months ended June 30, 2024, were $2,795 million, compared to $2,802 million for the same period in 2023, reflecting a decrease of 0.25%[21]. - Total expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2024, were $1,631 million, down from $1,649 million in the prior year, indicating a reduction of approximately 1.1%[21]. - Net income attributable to Anywhere and Anywhere Group for the three months ended June 30, 2024, was $30 million, compared to $19 million in the same period of 2023, representing a growth of 57.9%[22]. - Basic earnings per share for the three months ended June 30, 2024, were $0.27, up from $0.17 in the same period of 2023, an increase of 58.8%[21]. - Net loss for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was $71 million, compared to a net loss of $119 million for the same period in 2023[25]. - Total Company revenues for the three months ended June 30, 2024, were $1,669 million, a slight decrease from $1,671 million in the same period of 2023[111]. - For the six months ended June 30, 2024, net revenues decreased by $7 million to $2,795 million compared to the same period in 2023[160]. Operational Efficiency - There is a focus on recruiting and retaining productive independent sales agents, which is critical for maintaining competitive advantage and operational success[9]. - The company is investing in artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to enhance product offerings and improve operational efficiency[9]. - The company aims to simplify the transaction process for agents and consumers, which is essential for improving customer experience and operational efficiency[9]. - The company realized cost savings of approximately $30 million during the second quarter of 2024, contributing to a total of approximately $60 million year to date[122]. - Total expenses decreased by $18 million or 1% in Q2 2024 compared to Q2 2023, primarily due to a $25 million decrease in operating and administrative expenses[151]. Debt and Liabilities - The financial condition may be adversely impacted by substantial indebtedness, particularly during industry downturns or broader economic recessions[9]. - Current liabilities rose to $1,498 million as of June 30, 2024, compared to $1,207 million at December 31, 2023, an increase of 24.1%[23]. - Long-term debt decreased to $2,054 million as of June 30, 2024, from $2,235 million at December 31, 2023, a reduction of 8.1%[23]. - Total indebtedness as of June 30, 2024, is $2,660 million, an increase from $2,542 million as of December 31, 2023[57]. - The company has a borrowing capacity of $1,100 million under its Revolving Credit Facility, with $410 million outstanding as of June 30, 2024[58]. Legal and Regulatory Risks - The company is subject to legal and regulatory risks that could result in increased costs and operational challenges, including compliance with antitrust laws and consumer protection regulations[9]. - The Company has a pending motion to dismiss in the Batton case, which challenges NAR policies related to buyer-broker compensation[82]. - The Company believes additional antitrust litigation may arise, particularly regarding broker commission practices and MLS operations[83]. - The Anywhere Settlement includes monetary relief of $83.5 million, of which $30 million has been paid, with the remaining $53.5 million due after appellate rights are exhausted[76]. - The NAR Settlement involves a payment of $418 million and mandates practice changes affecting the entire industry, including prohibiting certain compensation offers to buyer brokers[78]. Market Presence and Growth Strategy - The company is focused on expanding its market presence and exploring potential acquisitions to drive growth and enhance service offerings[9]. - The Company operates in three business segments: Anywhere Brands, Anywhere Advisors, and Anywhere Integrated Services[30]. - The company acknowledges the potential for significant fluctuations in its common stock price, which could impact investor confidence and market perception[10]. Stock and Shareholder Information - The company has $203 million remaining available for share repurchase under the $300 million program authorized in February 2022[102]. - The company has not repurchased any shares under the share repurchase program since 2022[102]. - The weighted average common shares outstanding for diluted earnings per share calculation was 111.9 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024[109]. - The accumulated deficit as of June 30, 2024, was $3,162 million, compared to $3,113 million at June 30, 2023[98]. Impairment and Amortization - Goodwill (net) as of June 30, 2024, is $2,499 million, with accumulated impairment losses totaling $2,998 million[52]. - The company recorded impairment charges that reduced goodwill by $25 million during 2023[52]. - The company expects amortization expense for intangible assets to be approximately $45 million for the remainder of 2024[54]. - The accumulated amortization for franchise agreements was $1,156 million as of June 30, 2024[53]. Tax Matters - The Company recorded a tax accrual of $40 million related to a legacy tax matter as of June 30, 2024, following a decision by the California Office of Tax Appeals[92]. - The provision for income taxes was an expense of $11 million for Q2 2024, up from $8 million in Q2 2023, with effective tax rates of 27% and 30% respectively[150]. - The provision for income taxes was a benefit of $17 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to a benefit of $38 million for the same period in 2023[164].

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PART I [PART I - FINANCIAL INFORMATION](index=6&type=section&id=PART%20I%20-%20FINANCIAL%20INFORMATION) Details the company's unaudited financial performance, condition, market risks, and internal controls for the period [Financial Statements (Unaudited)](index=6&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements%20(Unaudited)) Presents the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements, highlighting key financial performance and position for the period [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations](index=8&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations) Presents the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations, detailing revenues, expenses, and net loss for the period Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (in millions, except per share data) | | Three Months Ended March 31, | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | **2024** | **2023** | | **Net revenues** | **$1,126** | **$1,131** | | Total expenses | $1,254 | $1,313 | | Loss before income taxes | $(128) | $(182) | | **Net loss attributable to Anywhere** | **$(101)** | **$(138)** | | **Diluted loss per share** | **$(0.91)** | **$(1.26)** | [Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=10&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) Provides the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets, outlining assets, liabilities, and equity at the period end Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (in millions) | | March 31, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total current assets** | $597 | $580 | | Goodwill | $2,499 | $2,499 | | **Total assets** | **$5,799** | **$5,839** | | **Total current liabilities** | $1,475 | $1,207 | | Long-term debt | $2,053 | $2,235 | | **Total liabilities** | **$4,219** | **$4,158** | | **Total stockholders' equity** | **$1,578** | **$1,679** | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=11&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Details the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of cash flows, summarizing cash movements from operating, investing, and financing activities Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (in millions) | | Three Months Ended March 31, | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | **2024** | **2023** | | **Net cash used in operating activities** | **$(122)** | **$(113)** | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(16) | $(5) | | **Net cash provided by financing activities** | **$134** | **$26** | | Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | $(4) | $(92) | | Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, end of period | $115 | $126 | [Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=12&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) Provides detailed notes on the financial statements, covering segments, debt, restructuring, and significant legal contingencies - The company operates in three business segments: Anywhere Brands (Franchise Group), Anywhere Advisors (Owned Brokerage Group), and Anywhere Integrated Services (Title Group)[44](index=44&type=chunk) Total Indebtedness as of March 31, 2024 (in millions) | Debt Instrument | Net Amount | | :--- | :--- | | Revolving Credit Facility | $438 | | Term Loan A Facility | $201 | | 7.00% Senior Secured Second Lien Notes | $628 | | 5.75% Senior Notes | $576 | | 5.25% Senior Notes | $451 | | 0.25% Exchangeable Senior Notes | $398 | | **Total Short-Term & Long-Term Debt** | **$2,692** | - The company has a proposed nationwide settlement for the Burnett and Moehrl antitrust cases, agreeing to pay **$83.5 million** and implement practice changes. The settlement received preliminary approval and a final approval hearing is scheduled for May 9, 2024[102](index=102&type=chunk)[101](index=101&type=chunk) - Restructuring charges for Q1 2024 were **$11 million**, primarily related to the ongoing Operational Efficiencies Plan aimed at optimizing operations and reducing office footprint[80](index=80&type=chunk) [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=31&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management's%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Analyzes the company's financial performance and condition within the challenging real estate market, discussing key trends, segment results, and liquidity management [Recent Developments](index=31&type=section&id=Recent%20Developments) Highlights significant recent events, including industry-wide and company-specific legal settlements and ongoing regulatory developments - The National Association of Realtors (NAR) announced a settlement that will eliminate the requirement for listing agents to offer compensation to buyer brokers on the MLS[149](index=149&type=chunk)[150](index=150&type=chunk) - Anywhere's own nationwide settlement in the Burnett antitrust litigation, for **$83.5 million**, is subject to a final court approval hearing scheduled for May 9, 2024[152](index=152&type=chunk) - On April 5, 2024, the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in favor of the DOJ, allowing the agency to reopen its antitrust investigation of NAR[155](index=155&type=chunk) [Current Business and Industry Trends](index=32&type=section&id=Current%20Business%20and%20Industry%20Trends) Analyzes current residential real estate market and industry trends, including transaction volumes, mortgage rates, and agent count impacts - The residential real estate market is at historic lows, with NAR reporting a **3%** YoY decrease in existing homesale transactions in Q1 2024[156](index=156&type=chunk)[157](index=157&type=chunk) - High mortgage rates, peaking at **7.79%** in Q4 2023 and remaining elevated, continue to negatively impact homesale volume and affordability[164](index=164&type=chunk)[166](index=166&type=chunk) - The company realized approximately **$30 million** in cost savings in Q1 2024, about half of which related to specific restructuring activities[162](index=162&type=chunk) - Independent sales agents affiliated with company-owned brokerages declined **5%** YoY as of March 31, 2024, consistent with a broader market trend of agents leaving the industry[171](index=171&type=chunk) [Key Drivers of Our Businesses](index=36&type=section&id=Key%20Drivers%20of%20Our%20Businesses) Identifies key operating metrics and drivers influencing performance across the company's Franchise, Owned Brokerage, and Title segments Key Operating Metrics - Q1 2024 vs Q1 2023 | Metric | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Franchise Group** | | | | | Closed homesale sides | 144,775 | 150,491 | (4)% | | Average homesale price | $470,119 | $437,964 | 7% | | **Owned Brokerage Group** | | | | | Closed homesale sides | 50,513 | 53,797 | (6)% | | Average homesale price | $709,506 | $663,223 | 7% | | **Title Group** | | | | | Purchase title and closing units | 21,325 | 21,749 | (2)% | | Refinance title and closing units | 2,025 | 2,198 | (8)% | [Results of Operations](index=37&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) Presents a detailed analysis of the company's operating results, including segment performance and key factors impacting profitability Operating EBITDA by Segment (in millions) | Segment | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 | $ Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Franchise Group | $89 | $97 | $(8) | | Owned Brokerage Group | $(59) | $(75) | $16 | | Title Group | $(15) | $(17) | $2 | | Corporate and Other | $(32) | $(57) | $25 | | **Total Company** | **$(17)** | **$(52)** | **$35** | - Total expenses decreased by **$59 million** (**4%**) YoY, primarily due to a **$37 million** net decrease in operating and G&A expenses, a **$15 million** decrease in former parent legacy costs, and **$14 million** in lower restructuring costs[193](index=193&type=chunk) - Franchise Group revenue decreased **$7 million**, mainly from a **$9 million** decline in relocation and leads business revenue[200](index=200&type=chunk) - Owned Brokerage Group Operating EBITDA improved by **$16 million**, driven by a **$10 million** decrease in operating costs and a **$4 million** decrease in marketing expense from cost-saving initiatives[202](index=202&type=chunk) [Financial Condition, Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=41&type=section&id=Financial%20Condition,%20Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) Assesses the company's financial position, liquidity sources, capital resources, and plans for managing debt maturities and future cash obligations - Total liabilities increased by **$61 million** in Q1 2024, driven by a **$150 million** net increase in corporate debt, primarily from additional borrowings under the Revolving Credit Facility[206](index=206&type=chunk) - The company plans to extend, refinance, replace or repay its Term Loan A Facility by **November 2024**[212](index=212&type=chunk) - Material future cash uses include the remaining **$73.5 million** for the antitrust settlement and a **$39 million** legacy tax assessment, both anticipated to be payable in **2024**[213](index=213&type=chunk)[214](index=214&type=chunk) - The company was in compliance with its senior secured leverage ratio covenant of **4.75 to 1.00** as of March 31, 2024[227](index=227&type=chunk) [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risks](index=46&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20about%20Market%20Risks) Details the company's exposure to market risks, primarily interest rate fluctuations affecting its variable-rate debt - The company's main market risk is exposure to interest rate fluctuations, specifically SOFR, on its variable-rate debt[238](index=238&type=chunk) - As of March 31, 2024, the company had **$640 million** of variable interest rate debt outstanding[240](index=240&type=chunk) - A sensitivity analysis indicates that a **0.25%** increase in SOFR would result in an approximate **$2 million** impact on annual interest expense[240](index=240&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=46&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Confirms the effectiveness of the company's disclosure controls and procedures, with no material changes to internal control over financial reporting - Management, including the CEO and CFO, concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures are effective at the 'reasonable assurance' level as of the end of the period[242](index=242&type=chunk)[246](index=246&type=chunk) - There were no changes in internal control over financial reporting during the quarter that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, internal controls[243](index=243&type=chunk) PART II [PART II - OTHER INFORMATION](index=48&type=section&id=PART%20II%20-%20OTHER%20INFORMATION) Covers significant legal proceedings, other required disclosures, and a list of filed exhibits [Legal Proceedings](index=48&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) Outlines significant legal proceedings, including antitrust class actions and a proposed nationwide settlement, along with other material litigation - The company is defending against multiple class action antitrust lawsuits (e.g., Burnett, Moehrl, Batton, Nosalek) that challenge industry rules for buyer-broker commissions[93](index=93&type=chunk)[248](index=248&type=chunk) - A proposed nationwide settlement for the Burnett and Moehrl cases has been reached for **$83.5 million** plus injunctive relief, which is pending final court approval[102](index=102&type=chunk) - The company is also a defendant in the Bumpus v. Realogy Holdings Corp. class action, which alleges violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA)[118](index=118&type=chunk)[119](index=119&type=chunk) [Other Information](index=48&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20Information) Confirms no director or officer adopted, modified, or terminated Rule 10b5-1 or non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangements during the quarter - During Q1 2024, no director or officer adopted, modified, or terminated a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan or a non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement[251](index=251&type=chunk) [Exhibits](index=49&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) Lists all exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including key agreements, auditor letters, and required certifications - Key filed exhibits include CEO and CFO certifications pursuant to Sarbanes-Oxley Act Sections 302 and 906[255](index=255&type=chunk) - Financial statements formatted in iXBRL (Inline eXtensible Business Reporting Language) are included as Exhibit 101[255](index=255&type=chunk)