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Smith Douglas Homes Doubles Down On Pace And Growth
Smith Douglas Homes Corp. (SDHC) remains defiant amid a slowdown by prioritizing pace over price. The builder's rapid cycle time and focused expansion strategy could serve as a blueprint for competitors that serve the strained entry-level segment.
Leadership
After An Involuntary Pause, Orders Matter Again For LGI
In a market where affordability is collapsing, LGI’s disciplined, spec-first model is proving its worth. A year after seizing ground from private builders, the company’s focus on land control, cost precision, and first-time buyers is paying off.
Leadership
D.R. Horton’s Dominance Forces Rivals To Up Their Ground Game
D.R. Horton, a month removed from acquiring Greenville, SC-based SK Builders, is on the lookout for additional acquisition opportunities. The company plans to leverage its sheer scale to negotiate more favorable vendor contracts that private builders may struggle to replicate.
Leadership
How High Performing Builders Are Winning The Margin War
Margins are shrinking, and market tailwinds are gone. At Focus on Excellence in Denver, builder presidents shared the hard truths—and proven tactics—behind operational discipline, cycle-time mastery, and the relentless pursuit of efficiency.
Marketing & Sales
The AI Revolution is Here: The Implications For Homebuilders
Artificial intelligence and automation are changing the rules of competition. Builders that invest now—in systems, culture, and people—will gain a lasting advantage in efficiency, customer experience, and profitability.
homebuilding operational excellence
Leadership 11.06.25
Smith Douglas Homes Doubles Down On Pace And Growth
Smith Douglas Homes Corp. (SDHC) remains defiant amid a slowdown by prioritizing pace over price. The builder's rapid cycle time and focused expansion strategy could serve as a blueprint for competitors that serve the strained entry-level segment.
Leadership 11.06.25
After An Involuntary Pause, Orders Matter Again For LGI
In a market where affordability is collapsing, LGI’s disciplined, spec-first model is proving its worth. A year after seizing ground from private builders, the company’s focus on land control, cost precision, and first-time buyers is paying off.
Leadership 11.05.25
D.R. Horton’s Dominance Forces Rivals To Up Their Ground Game
D.R. Horton, a month removed from acquiring Greenville, SC-based SK Builders, is on the lookout for additional acquisition opportunities. The company plans to leverage its sheer scale to negotiate more favorable vendor contracts that private builders may struggle to replicate.
Leadership 11.04.25
How High Performing Builders Are Winning The Margin War
Margins are shrinking, and market tailwinds are gone. At Focus on Excellence in Denver, builder presidents shared the hard truths—and proven tactics—behind operational discipline, cycle-time mastery, and the relentless pursuit of efficiency.
Marketing & Sales 11.03.25
The AI Revolution is Here: The Implications For Homebuilders
Artificial intelligence and automation are changing the rules of competition. Builders that invest now—in systems, culture, and people—will gain a lasting advantage in efficiency, customer experience, and profitability.