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Leadership
Sumitomo's Timber Complex Sharpens Its Edge Of Integration
The $29M Teal Jones acquisition solidifies Sumitomo’s strategy: Develop and own the lots, control the materials, manage the build cycle ... and thereby reshape the market.
Policy
Can Ditching the Car Unlock Pent-Up Housing Demand?
A car-free lifestyle could help homebuyers afford more — and give developers a powerful new lever near transit hubs. It's part of a 'missing middle' solutions set.
Capital
Little Deal ... Big, Timely Product Pivot: Lokal’s Capital Play
A $12M facility fuels Lokal Homes’ swift shift into higher-margin homes and a smarter land strategy in a tough market.
Together with
Builder Advisor Group
Leadership
Westwood-Hippo Deal Raises Stakes On Home Insurance Trust
A landmark deal expands embedded insurance capabilities, aiming to ease closings, manage climate risk, and restore buyer trust.
Together with
Westwood Insurance Agency
Leadership
How Outlier Homebuilders Build An Edge, Even In a Slow Market
Focus On Excellence 2025 reveals what top homebuilding leaders are doing now to separate—and stay ahead—for 2026-through-2030 and beyond.





homebuilding business news
Leadership 07.08.25
Sumitomo's Timber Complex Sharpens Its Edge Of Integration
The $29M Teal Jones acquisition solidifies Sumitomo’s strategy: Develop and own the lots, control the materials, manage the build cycle ... and thereby reshape the market.
Policy 07.07.25
Can Ditching the Car Unlock Pent-Up Housing Demand?
A car-free lifestyle could help homebuyers afford more — and give developers a powerful new lever near transit hubs. It's part of a 'missing middle' solutions set.
Capital 07.02.25
Little Deal ... Big, Timely Product Pivot: Lokal’s Capital Play
A $12M facility fuels Lokal Homes’ swift shift into higher-margin homes and a smarter land strategy in a tough market.
Leadership 06.30.25
Westwood-Hippo Deal Raises Stakes On Home Insurance Trust
A landmark deal expands embedded insurance capabilities, aiming to ease closings, manage climate risk, and restore buyer trust.
Leadership 06.25.25
How Outlier Homebuilders Build An Edge, Even In a Slow Market
Focus On Excellence 2025 reveals what top homebuilding leaders are doing now to separate—and stay ahead—for 2026-through-2030 and beyond.