Meritage Homes Corporation Annual report [Section 13 and 15(d), not S-K Item 405]

Annual report [Section 13 and 15(d), not S-K Item 405]

ACQUISITIONS AND GOODWILL - Narrative (Details)

ACQUISITIONS AND GOODWILL - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2025	Dec. 31, 2024	Dec. 31, 2023
Business Acquisitions and Goodwill [Abstract]
Goodwill	$ 32,962	$ 32,962	$ 32,962

- Definition

Amount, after accumulated impairment loss, of asset representing future economic benefit arising from other asset acquired in business combination or from joint venture formation or both, that is not individually identified and separately recognized.

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