Scott Cox

Scott Cox

Principal, SLC Advisors

A Private Builder's Dilemma: Gross Margin Or Sales Velocity?

Land

A Private Builder's Dilemma: Gross Margin Or Sales Velocity?

Ignoring market signals puts private builders at risk of period cost creep, stalled cash flow, and eroding lender confidence—as rivals capture share, suppliers shift loyalty, and inventory languishes. In a market where stall speed can be fatal, meeting the market early becomes a compelling choice.

Understanding Homebuilding's New Capital Partner: Land Banking

Land

Understanding Homebuilding's New Capital Partner: Land Banking

Scott Cox explores the return and surging business traction of land banking. Here's a thorough unpacking of structures, risks, and reasons public builders are doubling down—even as rate compression tests its limits.

Dirt And Demand: Connect The Dots Of Development To Come

Land

Dirt And Demand: Connect The Dots Of Development To Come

When supply falls well below theoretical demand, comparing the "supply" of incomes to the "supply" of homes becomes essential. If prices rise while volume falls, that is an affordability crisis, not necessarily a housing industry problem.

Risk Revolution: Lessons from The Past, Challenges Of The Future

Land

Risk Revolution: Lessons from The Past, Challenges Of The Future

Scott Cox breaks down the evolving risk equation for homebuilders. Yesterday’s lessons won’t protect you from tomorrow’s threats.

'Do We Really Want To Add Housing Attainability Solutions?'

Policy

'Do We Really Want To Add Housing Attainability Solutions?'

Scott Cox challenges leaders across the private sector, government, and communities to confront an uncomfortable truth: America’s housing crisis may not stem from a lack of solutions, but from a lack of will.

A Private Builder's Dilemma: Gross Margin Or Sales Velocity?

Land

A Private Builder's Dilemma: Gross Margin Or Sales Velocity?

Ignoring market signals puts private builders at risk of period cost creep, stalled cash flow, and eroding lender confidence—as rivals capture share, suppliers shift loyalty, and inventory languishes. In a market where stall speed can be fatal, meeting the market early becomes a compelling choice.

Understanding Homebuilding's New Capital Partner: Land Banking

Land

Understanding Homebuilding's New Capital Partner: Land Banking

Scott Cox explores the return and surging business traction of land banking. Here's a thorough unpacking of structures, risks, and reasons public builders are doubling down—even as rate compression tests its limits.

Dirt And Demand: Connect The Dots Of Development To Come

Land

Dirt And Demand: Connect The Dots Of Development To Come

When supply falls well below theoretical demand, comparing the "supply" of incomes to the "supply" of homes becomes essential. If prices rise while volume falls, that is an affordability crisis, not necessarily a housing industry problem.

Risk Revolution: Lessons from The Past, Challenges Of The Future

Land

Risk Revolution: Lessons from The Past, Challenges Of The Future

Scott Cox breaks down the evolving risk equation for homebuilders. Yesterday’s lessons won’t protect you from tomorrow’s threats.

'Do We Really Want To Add Housing Attainability Solutions?'

Policy

'Do We Really Want To Add Housing Attainability Solutions?'

Scott Cox challenges leaders across the private sector, government, and communities to confront an uncomfortable truth: America’s housing crisis may not stem from a lack of solutions, but from a lack of will.