ASID News Today — August 15, 2026
Real shareholders approve REMAX acquisition, closing nears and more — today's asid signal.
As the summer heat sets in across Northeast housing markets, the real estate industry is heating up with significant developments that are poised to shape the landscape. The approval of the REMAX acquisition by real shareholders brings the deal to the cusp of closing, marking a major shift in the industry. Meanwhile, in New York City, an appeals court has revived the pied-à-terre tax rollout, which had been paused, and industry stakeholders will be watching closely as this tax measure moves forward.
Beyond these market-moving events, other notable developments are worth noting. Radian is making a strategic exit from the real estate services business, with plans to sell its title business to PLACE, while the American Resort & Apartment Association (ARA) is bolstering its advocacy efforts with the hiring of John Blount to lead lobbying. Additionally, experts are weighing in on the recent uptick in foreclosures, noting that the increases are not a signal of an impending housing crash, but rather a normalization of the market. As the industry continues to evolve, these developments will likely have far-reaching implications for stakeholders and market participants alike.
Today's signal:
• Real shareholders approve REMAX acquisition, closing nears (housingwire.com)
• Summer heat sets in across Northeast housing markets (housingwire.com)
• Appeals court reboots NYC pied-à-terre tax rollout after pause (housingwire.com)
• Why 2026 foreclosure gains are not a housing crash signal (housingwire.com)
• Radian sells real estate services, plans title sale to PLACE (housingwire.com)
• ARA expands advocacy, hires John Blount to lead lobbying (housingwire.com)