RE/MAX Holdings Inc. (NYSE:RMAX) shares are up during Monday’s premarket session. The Real Brokerage, Inc. (NASDAQ:REAX) disclosed that it will acquire RE/MAX for an enterprise value of around $880 million.
The acquisition will create a leading technology-enabled global real estate platform.
Deal Terms
The deal values each RE/MAX Holdings share at $13.80, based on Real’s closing price on April 24, 2026.
Under the agreement, RE/MAX Holdings shareholders can choose either 5.152 shares of Real REMAX Group or $13.80 in cash. The cash payments are subject to proration, so the total cash consideration ranges from $60 million to $80 million.
Real shareholders will receive one share of the combined Real REMAX Group for each existing share held.
The companies expect the acquisition to close in the second half of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions and approvals.
After closing, Real shareholders will own about 59% of the combined company, while RE/MAX Holdings shareholders will own roughly 41% on a fully diluted basis, assuming midpoint cash election.
As of December 31, Real’s cash and cash equivalents stood at $151.2 million.
Combined Company & Synergies
The deal is expected to enhance the combined company’s offerings, leveraging Real’s AI-powered brokerage platform alongside RE/MAX’s extensive brand recognition and global reach.
The companies aim to deliver a differentiated home buying and selling experience for over 180,000 real estate professionals and their clients across more than 120 countries and territories.
The combined company is projected to generate around $2.3 billion in annual revenue and $157 million in Adjusted EBITDA before synergies in 2025.
The transaction is expected to be accretive to Real’s earnings and EBITDA margin within the first full fiscal year following the close.
Real targets net debt-to-Adjusted EBITDA below 2.0x by the end of the second full year post-close, while still funding growth and technology investments.
The deal is also expected to deliver around $30 million in annual run-rate cost synergies, largely realized by 2027. These savings will come from shared services, corporate and public company costs, and technology efficiencies, and are expected to add roughly 100 basis points to margins once fully achieved.
What RE/MAX (RMAX) Does And Why The Real Deal Matters
RE/MAX Holdings operates as a franchisor of real estate brokerage services, focusing on recruiting and retaining agents while selling franchises. The company generates maximum revenue from its Real Estate segment, which is crucial for its overall performance.
The recent acquisition by Real Brokerage is significant as it combines two complementary business models, enhancing RE/MAX’s market position and expanding its technological capabilities. This merger is expected to create a stronger entity that can better serve its extensive network of agents and clients.
RE/MAX (RMAX) Earnings Preview And Analyst Price Targets
The countdown is on: RE/MAX Holdings is set to report earnings on May 7, 2026 (confirmed).
- EPS Estimate: 19 cents (Down from 24 cents)
- Revenue Estimate: $73.01 million (Down from $74.47 million)
- Valuation: P/E of 20.0x (Indicates fair valuation)
Analyst Consensus & Recent Actions: The stock carries a Hold rating with an average price target of $27.05. Recent analyst moves include:
- Goldman Sachs: Upgraded to Buy (Raised Target to $30.00) (March 25)
- Morgan Stanley: Maintained Equal-Weight (Target $25.00) (March 15)
- JP Morgan: Downgraded to Neutral (Target $22.00) (March 10)
Price Action: RE/MAX Holdings shares were up 20.57% at $9.63 during premarket trading on Monday, according to Benzinga Pro data. Real Brokerage shares were down 27.24%.
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