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MergerJul 14, 2026, 08:06 AM

RE/MAX Holdings Merger with Real Brokerage Gets HSR Early Termination

AI Summary

RE/MAX Holdings, Inc. announced a significant step forward in its merger with The Real Brokerage Inc. The U.S. Department of Justice granted early termination of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 on July 13, 2026. This follows the initial filing of notification forms on May 13, 2026, and a subsequent withdrawal and refiling in June 2026. The merger, initially disclosed on April 26, 2026, is still subject to other customary closing conditions, including the requisite approvals from the stockholders of RE/MAX Holdings and securityholders of Real.

Key Highlights

  • RE/MAX Holdings, Inc. entered into a Merger Agreement with The Real Brokerage Inc. on April 26, 2026.
  • All applicable parties filed their notification and report forms under the HSR Act on May 13, 2026.
  • Filings were voluntarily withdrawn on June 12, 2026, and refiled on June 15, 2026.
  • The U.S. Department of Justice granted early termination of the HSR Act waiting period on July 13, 2026.
  • Completion of the merger remains subject to other customary closing conditions, including stockholder approvals.