ASID News Today — July 18, 2026
California condo defect liability bill on deck after recess and more — today's asid signal.
As lawmakers head back to work, housing remains a top priority, with several developments on the horizon that could impact the industry. In California, a condo defect liability bill is set to be taken up after the recess, highlighting the ongoing efforts to address issues affecting homeowners and developers. Meanwhile, the ROAD to Housing Act is gaining attention for its potential to boost the housing supply and cut red tape, although experts are weighing in on what the legislation can and can't do to address affordability.
The push to increase the housing supply and make planning more accessible is also reflected in the growing interest in innovative solutions, such as the use of AI and cryptocurrency in real estate development. Industry players, like Aaron Kirman, are betting on these emerging technologies to drive change. However, not all news is positive, with Newrez's servicing arm facing a lawsuit in New Jersey over alleged RESPA violations, and retirement savers seeking an 'easy button' for planning, indicating that there is still much work to be done to make housing and financial planning more accessible and transparent.
Today's signal:
• California condo defect liability bill on deck after recess (housingwire.com)
• How ROAD aims to boost housing supply and cut red tape (housingwire.com)
• Most retirement savers want an ‘easy button’ for planning (housingwire.com)
• What the ROAD to Housing Act can — and can’t — do for affordability (housingwire.com)
• Newrez servicing arm sued in New Jersey over alleged RESPA violations (housingwire.com)
• Why Aaron Kirman is betting on AI, crypto and new development (housingwire.com)