Fathom Holdings Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results

Rhea-AI Summary

Fathom Holdings Inc. (FTHM) reported Q2 2024 results, showing a 12% growth in its real estate agent network to ~12,224 agent licenses. Despite an 8% decrease in transactions, the company achieved overall positive Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter. Total revenue decreased 11% to $89.2 million, with brokerage revenue down 12%. GAAP net loss improved to $1.3 million ($0.07 per share) from $4.3 million in Q2 2023. Fathom launched new revenue share models and sold its insurance business for $15 million. The company aims to return to 30% agent growth in coming quarters but has withheld Q3 2024 guidance due to the uncertain impact of new revenue share models.

Positive

• 12% growth in real estate agent network to ~12,224 agent licenses
• Achieved overall positive Adjusted EBITDA of $0.2 million for Q2 2024
• GAAP net loss improved to $1.3 million from $4.3 million in Q2 2023
• Sold insurance business for $15 million, strengthening financial position
• Launched new revenue share models to enhance agent recruitment and retention

Negative

• Total revenue decreased 11% to $89.2 million in Q2 2024
• Real estate transactions decreased by 8% compared to Q2 2023
• Brokerage revenue down 12% due to fewer transactions
• Withheld Q3 2024 guidance due to uncertain impact of new revenue share models

Financial Analyst

Fathom Holdings' Q2 2024 results present a mixed picture. While the company achieved overall positive Adjusted EBITDA of $0.2 million, revenue declined 11% year-over-year to $89.2 million. The real estate agent network grew 12%, but transactions decreased 8% due to high mortgage rates.

The company's strategic moves, including the sale of its insurance business for $15 million and the launch of new revenue share models, aim to improve financial stability and drive growth. However, the impact of these initiatives remains uncertain, leading management to withhold Q3 guidance.

Investors should monitor the effectiveness of Fathom's new revenue share plans in attracting and retaining agents, as well as the company's progress towards its goal of returning to 30% agent growth. The positive Adjusted EBITDA is encouraging, but sustained profitability will be important for long-term success in the competitive real estate market.

Real Estate Market Analyst

Fathom's Q2 results reflect the broader challenges in the real estate market. The 8% decrease in transactions aligns with industry trends amid high mortgage rates. However, Fathom's 12% growth in agent licenses suggests the company is still attracting talent despite market headwinds.

The introduction of flexible revenue share models (Fathom Max and Fathom Share) is a strategic move to differentiate in a competitive market. This could potentially accelerate agent recruitment and retention, important for growth in a challenging environment.

The slight improvement in overall gross profit percentage (excluding insurance) from 8% to 9% indicates some operational efficiency gains. However, the dip in ancillary businesses' gross profit suggests challenges in scaling these services profitably. The real estate industry's recovery will likely hinge on interest rate trends and housing inventory levels in the coming quarters.

Technology Sector Analyst

From a tech perspective, Fathom's positioning as a technology-driven platform integrating various real estate services is noteworthy. The 37.5% increase in technology segment revenue (from $0.8 million to $1.1 million) suggests growing adoption of their SaaS offerings.

The launch of Verus Title Elite, a joint venture for title services, demonstrates Fathom's commitment to leveraging technology for vertical integration. This could potentially enhance the company's competitive edge and improve margins in the long run.

However, the technology segment's contribution to overall revenue remains relatively small. For Fathom to truly differentiate as a tech-enabled platform, we'd expect to see more significant growth and innovation in this area. The success of their technology initiatives in driving operational efficiencies and creating new revenue streams will be important for Fathom's long-term growth and profitability in the evolving real estate tech landscape.

– Fathom's Real Estate Agent Network Grew 12% to ~12,224 Agent Licenses; Aiming to Return to 30% Agent Growth in Coming Quarters

CARY, N.C., Aug. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fathom Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: FTHM) ("Fathom" or the "Company"), a national, technology-driven, end-to-end real estate services platform integrating residential brokerage, mortgage, title, and SaaS offerings for brokerages and agents, today reported financial results for the second quarter and the first six months of 2024.

"In the last few months, we have made significant progress toward achieving our goals for this year," said Fathom Holdings CEO Marco Fregenal. "First, we achieved overall positive Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter, and more importantly, our real estate, mortgage, and title brands achieved positive Adjusted EBITDA. Second, we recently launched what we believe to be the most innovative revenue share program in the industry. Our mission has always been to empower Fathom agents to earn and retain more of their hard-earned money. Our new revenue share plans are a natural extension of this commitment. By offering two revenue share options—either through a split or a flat fee model—we provide agents with the flexibility to choose the best fit for their businesses. These additional income streams ensure our agents have the tools and opportunities to thrive in any market condition. Looking ahead, our focus remains on growth initiatives and exploring additional opportunities to attract high-quality agents, teams, and brokerages. Supported by a compelling value proposition and a robust pipeline of opportunities, our goal is to return to 30% agent growth in the coming quarters."

Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results

Fathom's real estate agent network grew 12% to approximately 12,224 agent licenses at June 30, 2024 from approximately 10,930 agent licenses at June 30, 2023.

Fathom completed approximately 10,137 transactions for the second quarter of 2024, a decrease of approximately 8% compared to the second quarter of 2023. Real estate transactions decreased primarily due to the continuation of high mortgage interest rates in the second quarter of 2024. Fathom is addressing this decline by continuing its strategic recruiting efforts, powered by its recently announced new revenue share models and its service commitment to its agents.

Total revenue for the second quarter of 2024 decreased 11% to $89.2 million, compared to $100.1 million in the second quarter of 2023. The decrease in total revenue was due to a 12% decrease in brokerage revenue resulting primarily from fewer transactions and an increase in lease transactions compared to sale transactions. Offsetting the decline in total revenue was an 11% increase in other service revenue, driven by improved performance from Fathom's mortgage and title businesses, offset by the absence of the Company's insurance business, which was sold on May 3, 2024.

 Segment revenue for the 2024 second quarter, compared with the 2023 second quarter was as follows:

	Three months ended June 30,
($ in millions)	2024		2023
	UNAUDITED
Real Estate Brokerage	$                83.1		$                94.7
Mortgage	3.7		2.0
Technology	1.1		0.8
Corporate and other services (a)	1.3		2.6
Total revenue	$                89.2		$              100.1

(a)	Transactions between segments are eliminated in consolidation. Such amounts are eliminated through the Corporate and other services line.

Our brokerage business gross profit percentage remained relatively constant at 6% for the second quarter of 2024 compared to the second quarter of 2023. Excluding our insurance business, the gross profit percentage in our ancillary businesses dipped slightly to 53% in the second quarter of 2024 from 57% in the second quarter of 2023 primarily related to ramp-up costs associated with expanding our mortgage and title businesses. Our overall gross profit percentage, excluding our insurance business improved to 9% in the second quarter of 2024, up from 8% in the second quarter of 2023.

GAAP net loss for the second quarter of 2024 totaled $1.3 million, or $0.07 per share, an improvement compared with a loss of $4.3 million, or $0.27 per share, for the second quarter of 2023. The significant reduction in net loss was primarily due to the gain generated from the sale of the Company's insurance business and improved net operating results, partially offset by an increase in non-operating expenses.

Adjusted EBITDA*, a non-GAAP measure, for the second quarter of 2024 totaled $0.2 million, compared to $0.5 million in the second quarter of 2023. The second quarter of 2024 marked the Company's first positive Adjusted EBITDA* quarter since the second quarter of 2023.

First Six Months of 2024 Financial Results

Real estate transactions declined approximately 11% year-over-year to 17,446 transactions in the first half of 2024. The decline in real estate transactions was primarily due to the continuation of high interest rates in the first half of 2024. Fathom is addressing the decline by continuing its strategic recruiting efforts, powered by its recently announced new revenue share models and its service commitment to its agents.

Total revenue for the first six months of 2024 decreased 11% to $159.7 million, compared to $177.6 million for the first six months of 2023. The decrease in total revenue was due to an 11% decrease in brokerage revenue resulting primarily from fewer transactions and an increase in lease transactions compared to sale transactions. The decline in total revenue was partially offset by a 14% increase in Fathom's other service revenue, particularly attributable to Fathom's mortgage business, offset by the absence of approximately two months of revenues from the Company's insurance business, which was sold on May 3, 2024.

Segment revenue for the 2024 first six months, compared with the 2023 first six months was as follows:

	Six months ended June 30,
($ in millions)	2024		2023
	UNAUDITED
Real Estate Brokerage	$              148.5		$              167.8
Mortgage	5.9		3.5
Technology	2.2		1.5
Corporate and other services (a)	3.1		4.8
Total revenue	$              159.7		$              177.6

(a)	Transactions between segments are eliminated in consolidation. Such amounts are eliminated through the Corporate and other services line.

Gross profit percentages for the first six months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023 were similar to the quarter-to-date comparisons, excluding the Company's insurance business, which was sold in May 2024. Fathom's brokerage gross profit remained relatively constant at 6%, while its ancillary businesses' gross profit percentage decreased slightly to 52% from 55%. The Company's overall gross profit percentage improved to 9% from 8%.

GAAP net loss for the first six months of 2024 totaled $7.2 million or $0.37 per share, compared with a loss of $10.0 million, or $0.63 per share, for the first six months of 2023. The significant reduction in net loss was primarily due to the gain generated from the sale of the Company's insurance business and improved net operating results, partially offset by an increase in non-operating expenses.

Adjusted EBITDA* loss, a non-GAAP measure, was $1.3 million in the first six months of 2024, compared with an Adjusted EBITDA* loss of approximately $0.9 million for the first six months of 2023. The Adjusted EBITDA* loss for the first six months of 2024 was primarily attributable to the lower total contribution from the Company's brokerage business due to fewer closed transactions, partially offset by growth in the Company's mortgage business.

*Fathom provides Adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP financial measure, because it offers additional information for monitoring the Company's cash flow performance. A table providing a reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to its most comparable GAAP measure, as well as an explanation of, and important disclosures about, this non-GAAP measure, is included in the tables at the end of this press release.

Q2 2024 and Recent Highlights

• In August 2024, the Company introduced two innovative agent commission plans, Fathom Max and Fathom Share, complementing its existing plan and showcasing Fathom Realty's reimagined revenue share program. The strategic initiative is designed to enhance agent recruitment and retention, drive accelerated and sustainable growth, and boost long-term profitability for the Company, while reinforcing Fathom's commitment to providing flexible, attractive options for real estate professionals.
• In May 2024, the Company strengthened its financial position by selling its wholly owned subsidiary, Dagley Insurance Agency, for approximately $15.0 million in cash, with $7.8 million received at closing, significantly bolstering its balance sheet.
• In April 2024, Fathom Realty launched Verus Title Elite, a strategic joint venture partnering with top-producing agents and teams across Texas. The initiative is expected to drive increased revenue and profitability for both Verus Title and Fathom Realty, further strengthening the Company's market position in the title services sector.

Financial Outlook

In light of the recent introduction of two new revenue share models and their yet-to-be-determined impact on future revenues and Adjusted EBITDA, the Company has elected to withhold guidance for the third quarter ending September 30, 2024. Management plans to reassess and potentially reinstate guidance expectations in the fourth quarter of 2024, allowing time to evaluate the performance of these new models.

Conference Call

Fathom management will hold a conference call at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time (2:00 p.m. Pacific time) today (August 12, 2024) to discuss these financial results.

U.S. dial-in: 1-833-685-0908
International dial-in: 1-412-317-5742

Please call the conference telephone number five minutes prior to the start time. An operator will register your name and organization.

A live audio webcast of the conference call will be available in listen-only mode simultaneously and available via the investor relations section of the Company's website at www.FathomInc.com.

A telephone replay of the call will be available through August 19, 2024.

U.S. replay dial-in: 1-877-344-7529
International replay dial-in: 1-412-317-0088
Replay ID: 6483169

About Fathom Holdings Inc.

Fathom Holdings Inc. is a national, technology-driven, real estate services platform integrating residential brokerage, mortgage, title, and SaaS offerings to brokerages and agents by leveraging its proprietary cloud-based software, intelliAgent. The Company's brands include Fathom Realty, Encompass Lending, intelliAgent, LiveBy, Real Results, Verus Title, and Cornerstone. For more information, visit www.FathomInc.com.

Cautionary Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" that involve risks and uncertainties which we expect will or may occur in the future and may impact our business, financial condition and results of operations. Forward-looking statements are subject to numerous conditions, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, including: risks associated with general economic conditions, including rising interest rates; its ability to generate positive operational cash flow; risks associated with the Company's ability to continue achieving significant growth; its ability to continue its growth trajectory while achieving profitability over time; risks related to ongoing and future litigation; and other risks as set forth in the Risk Factors section of the Company's most recent Form 10-K as filed with the SEC and supplemented from time to time in other Company filings made with the SEC. Copies of Fathom's Form 10-K and other SEC filings are available on the SEC's website, www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release, except as required by law.

Investor Contact:

Matt Glover
Gateway Group, Inc.
949-574-3860
FTHM@gateway-grp.com 

 

FATHOM HOLDINGS INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS UNAUDITED (in thousands, except share data)
	Three Months Ended June 30,				Six Months Ended June 30,
	2024		2023		2024		2023
Revenue
Gross commission income	$             83,125		$             94,633		$         148,510		$         167,803
Other service revenue	6,082		5,456		11,200		9,827
Total revenue	89,207		100,089		159,710		177,630
Operating expenses
Commission and other agent-related costs	78,045		88,892		139,212		158,064
Operations and support	2,676		1,904		4,785		3,518
Technology and development	1,906		1,875		3,856		3,453
General and administrative	8,904		9,908		18,506		19,219
Marketing	759		927		1,359		1,644
Depreciation and amortization	546		820		1,274		1,515
Total operating expenses	92,836		104,326		168,992		187,413
Gain on sale of business	(2,958)		—		(2,958)		—
Loss from operations	(671)		(4,237)		(6,324)		(9,783)
Other expense (income), net
Interest expense, net	109		79		214		63
Other nonoperating expense	520		4		672		163
Other expense, net	629		83		886		226
Loss before income taxes	(1,300)		(4,320)		(7,210)		(10,009)
Income tax expense (benefit)	(6)		25		11		37
Net loss	$              (1,294)		$              (4,345)		$            (7,221)		$          (10,046)
Net loss per share:
Basic	$                (0.07)		$                (0.27)		$              (0.37)		$              (0.63)
Diluted	$                (0.07)		$                (0.27)		$              (0.37)		$              (0.63)
Weighted average common shares outstanding:
Basic	19,763,055		16,023,981		19,470,764		16,017,560
Diluted	19,763,055		16,023,981		19,470,764		16,017,560
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

FATHOM HOLDINGS INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (in thousands, except share data)
	June 30, 2024		December 31, 2023
	(UNAUDITED)
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$                10,439		$                  7,399
Restricted cash	341		141
Accounts receivable	3,919		3,352
Other receivable - current	4,000		—
Mortgage loans held for sale, at fair value	10,371		8,602
Prepaid and other current assets	4,854		3,700
Total current assets	33,924		23,194
Property and equipment, net	2,015		2,340
Lease right of use assets	4,470		4,150
Intangible assets, net	17,419		23,909
Goodwill	19,344		25,607
Other receivable - long-term	3,000		—
Other assets	48		58
Total assets	$                80,220		$                79,258
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable	$                  4,866		$                  3,396
Accrued and other current liabilities	2,639		2,681
Warehouse lines of credit	10,085		8,355
Lease liability - current portion	1,199		1,504
Long-term debt - current portion	3,497		416
Total current liabilities	22,286		16,352
Lease liability, net of current portion	4,363		3,824
Long-term debt, net of current portion	91		3,467
Other long-term liabilities	344		381
Total liabilities	27,084		24,024
Commitments and contingencies (Note 17)
Stockholders' equity:
Common stock (no par value, shares authorized, 100,000,000; shares issued and outstanding,  21,007,879 and 20,671,515 as of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively)	-		-
Additional paid-in capital	131,943		126,820
Accumulated deficit	(78,807)		(71,586)
Total stockholders' equity	53,136		55,234
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	$                80,220		$                79,258
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

FATHOM HOLDINGS INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (UNAUDITED) (in thousands)
	Six  Months Ended June 30,
	2024		2023
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
Net loss	$                         (7,221)		$                       (10,046)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization	2,799		2,867
Gain on sale of business	(2,958)		—
Non-cash lease expense	920		720
Deferred financing cost amortization	—		21
Gain on sale of mortgages	(3,153)		(1,882)
Stock-based compensation	5,151		6,005
Deferred income taxes	(37)		8
Change in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable	(658)		(1,252)
Prepaid and other current assets	(1,222)		111
Other assets	10		(6)
Accounts payable	1,642		1,359
Accrued and other current liabilities	308		369
Operating lease liabilities	(1,005)		(800)
Mortgage loans held for sale originations	(131,460)		(85,461)
Proceeds from sale and principal payments on mortgage loans held for sale	132,843		83,250
Net cash used in operating activities	(4,041)		(4,737)
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Purchase of property and equipment	(12)		(10)
Purchase of intangible assets	(1,193)		(899)
Proceeds from sale of business	7,435		—
Amounts paid for business and asset acquisitions, net of cash acquired	(130)		—
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities	6,100		(909)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Principal payments on debt	(295)		(491)
Borrowings from warehouse lines of credit	127,913		69,920
Repayment on warehouse lines of credit	(126,184)		(66,008)
Deferred acquisition consideration payments	(225)		(284)
Proceeds from note payable, net $200 in loan costs	—		3,300
Payment of offering cost in connection with issuance of common stock in connection with public offering	(28)		—
Net cash provided by financing activities	1,181		6,437
Net increase in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash	3,240		791
Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at beginning of period	7,540		8,380
Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at end of period	$                         10,780		$                           9,171
Supplemental disclosure of cash and non-cash transactions:
Cash paid for interest	$                              199		$                                21
Other receivables related to sale of business	$                           7,000		$                                —
Right of use assets obtained in exchange for new lease liabilities	$                           1,572		$                              144
Reconciliation of cash and restricted cash:
Cash and cash equivalents	$                         10,439		$                           9,099
Restricted cash	341		78
Total cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash shown in statement of cash flows	$                         10,780		$                           9,177
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES (UNAUDITED) (In thousands)
	Three Months Ended June 30,				Six Months Ended June 30,
	2024		2023		2024		2023
Net loss	$            (1,294)		$            (4,345)		$            (7,221)		$          (10,046)
Gain on sale of business	(2,958)		-		(2,958)		-
Stock based compensation	2,499		3,185		5,151		6,005
Depreciation and amortization	1,319		1,510		2,799		2,867
Other expense, net	629		83		886		226
Income tax expense (benefit)	(6)		25		11		37
Adjusted EBITDA	$                 189		$                 458		$            (1,332)		$               (911)

Note about Non-GAAP Financial Measures

To supplement Fathom's consolidated financial statements, which are prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP, the Company uses Adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP financial measure, to understand and evaluate our core operating performance. This non-GAAP financial measure, which may be different than similarly titled measures used by other companies, is presented to enhance investors' overall understanding of our financial performance and should not be considered a substitute for, or superior to, the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP.

Fathom defines the non-GAAP financial measure of Adjusted EBITDA as net income (loss), excluding other income and expense, income taxes, depreciation and amortization, share-based compensation expense, and transaction-related cost.

Fathom believes that Adjusted EBITDA provides useful information about the Company's financial performance, enhances the overall understanding of its past performance and future prospects, and allows for greater transparency with respect to a key metric used by Fathom's management for financial and operational decision-making. Fathom believes that Adjusted EBITDA helps identify underlying trends in its business that otherwise could be masked by the effect of the expenses that the Company excludes in Adjusted EBITDA. In particular, Fathom believes the exclusion of share-based compensation expense and transaction-related costs associated with the Company's acquisition activity, provides a useful supplemental measure in evaluating the performance of its operations and provides better transparency into its results of operations. Adjusted EBITDA also excludes other income and expense, net which primarily includes nonrecurring items, such as, minor legal settlement claims, severance costs, professional fees related to investigating potential financing opportunities, if applicable.

Fathom is presenting the non-GAAP measure of Adjusted EBITDA to assist investors in seeing its financial performance through the eyes of management, and because the Company believes this measure provides an additional tool for investors to use in comparing Fathom's core financial performance over multiple periods with other companies in its industry.

Adjusted EBITDA should not be considered in isolation from, or as a substitute for, financial information prepared in accordance with GAAP. There are a number of limitations related to the use of Adjusted EBITDA compared to net income (loss), the closest comparable GAAP measure. Some of these limitations are that:

• Adjusted EBITDA excludes share-based compensation expense related to restricted stock and restricted stock unit awards and stock options, which have been, and will continue to be for the foreseeable future, significant recurring expenses in Fathom's business and an important part of its compensation strategy;
• Adjusted EBITDA excludes transaction-related costs primarily consisting of professional fees and any other costs incurred directly related to acquisition activity, which is an ongoing part of Fathom's growth strategy and therefore likely to occur; and
• Adjusted EBITDA excludes certain recurring, non-cash charges such as depreciation and amortization of property and equipment and capitalized software, and acquisition related intangible asset costs, however, the assets being depreciated and amortized may have to be replaced in the future.

 

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/fathom-holdings-reports-second-quarter-2024-results-302220166.html

SOURCE Fathom Holdings Inc.

FAQ

What was Fathom Holdings' (FTHM) revenue in Q2 2024?

Fathom Holdings' total revenue for Q2 2024 was $89.2 million, a decrease of 11% compared to $100.1 million in Q2 2023.

How much did Fathom Holdings' (FTHM) agent network grow in Q2 2024?

Fathom Holdings' real estate agent network grew 12% to approximately 12,224 agent licenses as of June 30, 2024, compared to approximately 10,930 agent licenses on June 30, 2023.

What was Fathom Holdings' (FTHM) net loss for Q2 2024?

Fathom Holdings reported a GAAP net loss of $1.3 million, or $0.07 per share, for Q2 2024, an improvement from a loss of $4.3 million, or $0.27 per share, in Q2 2023.

How much did Fathom Holdings (FTHM) sell its insurance business for in May 2024?

Fathom Holdings sold its wholly owned subsidiary, Dagley Insurance Agency, for approximately $15.0 million in cash, with $7.8 million received at closing in May 2024.