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As a reminder, any/all closings not previously submitted going back to January 1, 2023 can be included in this year-end submission.

​​​​​​​There has been a great deal of discussion over the past several years regarding the makeup of the housing industry. While the manufacturers are giving the large national public builders a great deal of attention, the industry as a whole, should not lose sight of the importance of the mid-tier segment of builders. 

Much like fishing, selling exists at the intersection of opportunity and preparation. One without the other often results in a skunked day. In order to obtain success, you must put your best line forward.

The last thing a home builder should do—given the financial risk involved in building homes and the cyclical nature of the industry—is settle for single-digit profits.

To combat affordability issues for home buyers due to high interest rates, home builders are looking for ways to cut sales prices by 20% or more to keep mortgage payments within reach for their buyers.

Below is a Lennox update on EPA/DOE progress and expectations regarding the A2L (Low GWP) refrigerant regulation slated for implementation in January of 2025. This article was written in a bullet point format in order to deliver the information in the most efficient way possible. Please contact the Lennox team for more details.   

In today’s competitive marketplace, it can be a challenge to stand out in a crowd. Earning awards is a credible way to boost your brand, attract top talent and new customers.

A shared understanding of measurements and reporting mechanisms provides the foundation for trust with employees, investors, customers and communities.

Maverick Announces Strategic Partnership With Builder Partnerships

This year’s Driving for Kids event was very successful thanks to the generosity of the twelve participating driver teams and their contributing members. The event raised $95,820 for chronically ill children and their families to experience a week of camping at Roundup River Ranch in Gypsum, Colorado.

The cottagecore look is a study in romance and simplicity. Inspired by rustic farmhouses mixed with edwardian elegance, cottagecore takes vintage antiques and partners them with modern, neutral elements. As cozy as it is creative, our Homestead Collection captures the quintessential quality of cottagecore beauty.

Our lifestyle activities have an impact on the environment, which is why it’s important to seek opportunities to make a positive difference. Let’s explore practical ways to contribute and create a greener future together. This includes areas we might not normally think about, such as our driveways.

The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) annual Housing Innovation Awards recognize builders in the U.S. for their commitment to providing high-performance, energy-efficient homes on the path to being zero energy ready. 

Homes for HOPE is delighted to announce that Providence Homes is the recipient of our second annual Bigelow Award.

Be ready to react no matter the outcome. As economic factors deploy either in a favorable direction or exacerbating the challenges that are peeking into the future, the time to plan for a change of direction is now.

Transform the entry into a one-of-a-kind experience. One that blends artistry, craftsmanship and modern engineering. Because the entry is where home begins. And homes with uncompromising style demand uncompromising entryways.

I was speaking to a group of home builders several months ago and was blown away by how many of them said that they “forgot about purchasing.” Purchasing, the key to cost control, was left to run on its own while all the focus was put on sales and production.

Backing our commitment to providing innovative solutions for homebuyers, Legrand is proud to expand our current offerings for the Connected Home. Introducing our Builder Partnerships Program Recharge with the addition of our at-home EV chargers and the Luxul Wi-Fi Assurance Program. We’re here to make it easier than ever to build in connectivity that modern homebuyers want and expect.

When the largest electrical installation company in Texas decided to open up a new smart home and security division, In Charge Electric turned to Brilliant and Resideo to power their smart home offerings.

Wayne Dalton Garage Doors has added models 8300 & 8300AG Wood Grain Impressions™ to their rebate program available to members of Builder Partnerships.

Learn Top Tips from Manager's all across the Country to Help you Sell More Homes Now!

We design and merchandise model homes and amenity spaces that elicit dreams of home ownership and a lifestyle worth living, set our client’s product apart from the competition, and help homes sell.

Track your qualifying BP rebates in one easy-to-use system and get paid quickly without all the hassle.

Daikin Industries, Ltd. has released the English edition of its Sustainability Report 2023. The report includes the overall approach of the Daikin Group for contributing to the realization of a sustainable society through its business and technological innovation, along with its fiscal 2022 results and plans for the future.

It was a time to celebrate the thousands of lives that will be impacted by Pahlisch’s donation, as well as a time of fellowship among colleagues who had just constructed an award-winning home.

Garage doors went from a single panel that opened manually to sectional pieces that rolled up overhead in 1921. Since then, homeowners have had the chance to exchange a single section of a garage door instead of buying an entirely new one — a much more affordable option.

New-home orders increased 51% year over year as demand remains strong in the home builder’s infill and infill-adjacent locations.

Incentive compensation programs for construction personnel allow home builders to keep base salaries at a manageable level given the cyclical nature of the industry. During the inevitable downturn, if base salaries are too high, builders could be forced to cut high-performing staff to stay in business.

As we all know, with the boom that we experienced in most States, we had more clients than we could handle. Now that the market has normalized it’s time for our salespeople to step up and implement prospecting activities, which will become a habit and sustain them for their whole new home sales career.

With a wide variety of stain and paint options to choose from, you can pair on-trend colors with our industry-leading Therma-Tru doors, delivering lasting beauty that you can trust.

As a leading energy technology company, Generac remains focused on advancing our Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) vision.

Training women in roofing and other trades can help strengthen the US economy by addressing the country's massive skilled labor shortage.

​​​​​​​The Aerotherm® Series heat pump water heater is an innovative, highly efficient solution for domestic hot water.

A sale extends far beyond the physical meeting. While polite conversations, firm handshakes, and detailed infographics are key elements of a successful sale, many other factors influence the results. Preparation is imperative to converting a prospect into a loyal customer. 

The first six months of 2023 far exceeded home builders’ expectations from the beginning of the year. Builders were forecasting a 30% drop in home sales based on the fall off of sales during the fourth quarter of last year when the interest rate for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage increased to over 7.0%. At the half-year mark, actual new home sales were only down 2.8% from last year.

As someone who is new to the housing industry, expanding my knowledge of home building is a top priority. After completing many of the courses in our new technical training lineup where I learned everything from jobsite safety to water management, I wanted to further my knowledge with an in-person visit to a home building company. Joe Loidolt from Classic Homes in Colorado Springs graciously agreed to host me for a two-day visit last month.

Builder of Choice status is something that is earned, and it encompasses much more than your reputation with your trades and suppliers. Your entire organization contributes to, and benefits from, becoming the Builder of Choice. 

We often say partnering with Homes for HOPE is all about the long game. Partnerships take a while to cultivate, homes take a bit to be built, and loans take time to be repaid. But in the end, partnerships are solidified, homes are built, and loans are repaid by HOPE clients helping them break the cycle of poverty.

Exactly how hot does a roof get in the summer? According to the US Department of Energy, traditional darker asphalt shingle roofs can get up to 150°F on a sunny summer day. And prolonged exposure to high heat like this can damage your roof. Four Potential Effects of Summer Weather on Your Roof:

Do you have a question about our products or services? Visit our brand-new, 24/7, online support center to explore valuable resources, frequently asked questions and much more.

The Problem: Preparing your homes to meet the fast-growing demand for electric vehicle charging. Homebuyers also happen to be drivers. And it’s no longer a question of if drivers will go electric, but when.

TruTeam’s project leaders and coordinators are local, hand-selected professionals who care about completing your project safely while providing the maximum return on investment.

Daikin is the global leader in air conditioning, with HVAC&R, fluorochemical, and filtration products powered by unlimited human potential.

Innovation is one of Bulbrite's core values. Check out a few of our newest products that help Turn Life On!

Builder Partnerships is pleased to announce the newest manufacturer member to our program

Named One of America’s 2023 Climate Leaders by USA Today; Wins Environment + Energy Leader 2023 Product of the Year Award for TimberTech Advanced PVC Decking

2022 was a year full of challenges for the home building industry with all kinds of twist and turns throughout the year.

Builder Partnerships recently conducted a survey of our builder community in order to remain abreast of the market and its impact on our members. Builder responses indicate changes in sales backlog, cycle times, starts and closings.

Our new on-demand technical training powered by IBACOS will benefit field personnel and anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of the home building process.

We are pleased to announce that 75% of the top 240 companies on Pro Builder's 2023 Housing Giants list are members of Builder Partnerships.

Unifying four existing home building entities operating in Arizona, Alabama, and Georgia, American Southern Homes is transitioning to Evermore Homes.

The 2023 Southeast Building Conference (SEBC) is scheduled for July 19-20, 2023, in Orlando, FL. Programming will include two days of hard-hitting education, the regions's largest building industry trade show, networking opportunities, and more!

In pursuit of forging industry connections, we encourage our manufacturer and service provider members to participate in events as sponsors. Explore the benefits of this incredible opportunity and discover how it can propel your organization toward successful relationships. 

The term 'Net-Zero Home' may sound futuristic, but it's an increasingly achievable and popular goal. A net-zero home is a residential structure that, within the span of one year, produces an equivalent amount of energy as it consumes. In this guide, we will explore the necessary steps for constructing a net-zero home and examine its associated benefits.

A Testament to Excellence: 2023 Best of the Springs

Wood is the most expensive item in a new home. Protect that investment.

Buying an ERP system isn’t something you can do quickly if you want to get a good fit. It’s a process. However, it doesn’t have to be complicated or take a long time. Here are five questions you can ask to help search more effectively.

If your team can’t make it to one of our in-person seminars, our instructors will come to you!

The U.S. economy and the housing industry have performed better than expected this year. However, both are showing signs of weakness in the face of the Federal Reserve’s battle against runaway inflation.

High direct construction costs are the leading cause of low profits for home builders. Over-engineering and inefficient design are part of the problem.

Everything about the Builder Partnerships rebate program is EASY—from fast enrollment, to effortless submissions, to direct deposit payments—the hardest thing is deciding how to spend your earnings.

Studies have shown that light switches, particularly in areas like bathrooms and kitchens, are some of the filthiest surfaces in a home -- a literal hot spot for bacteria that causes odor, staining and degradation. But with our new radiant® with Microban devices and wall plates, you can offer homebuyers a solution that will help them keep bacteria in check.

About one in five construction workers is 55 or older. Failing to recruit and retain labor soon could mean a sudden dearth of experienced workers.

To construct a typical unvented attic, spray foam, an air-impermeable insulation, is applied in direct contact with the underside of the structural roof sheathing and on all gable end walls.

Therma-Tru has been named the “Brand Used Most in the Past 2 years” and first in “Brand Used at All in the Past 2 Years” in the entry doors category of the 2023 Builder Brand Use Study conducted by Zonda.

We are excited to announce this year’s Homes for HOPE Honorees – Ezekiel Minani and Julienne Uwineza. When Ezekiel was first introduced to Urwego, HOPE’s microfinance institution in Rwanda, he and his wife Julienne and two young children lived in a small mud house with no running water or electricity. A small maize (corn) flour business couldn’t support their growing family. They dreamed of a better future but had no access to capital.

Builder Partnerships is pleased to announce the newest service provider member to our organization.

In this article, we will explore the benefits of incorporating a full ICF basement into your new build and how it can lead to a substantial return on investment.

As with previous recessions and times of economic uncertainty, the housing industry is leading the current downturn.

Clearly, the economy is displaying some signs of distress, particularly with ongoing inflation and the recent interest rate increases within the U.S., but we have to remember the big picture as well. There is real demand for our product and services and it's likely only going to get stronger.

​​​​​​​Builders across the country are looking for ways to reduce their direct construction costs by 15%-20%.  Have you gone through a complete plan review, stripped options from your base houses, cleaned up your building specifications and are still coming up short in terms of reducing costs?  If so, it’s time to look at how you purchase.

What sets Builder Partnerships and Shinn Consulting apart from our competition? Just ask our members and clients. We hear it from them all the time. They know we truly CARE about them, and they know we are truly committed to helping them succeed.

Offering the ultimate level of style and customization, the Heirloom Collection™ allows the creation of truly personalized closets, mudrooms and pantries tailored to the homeowner’s needs.

Our builder members are continually ranked among the top home building companies in the country.

"If you're the smartest person in the room, you're in the wrong room!" Mastermind Philosophy

It is crucial to stay attuned to the ever-changing needs and desires of today’s new home buyers. In the present market, buyers are more discerning and mindful of their spending, and therefore, it is imperative to showcase the top must-haves buyers are seeking in a new home within your model home.

What does ‘modern’ really mean anyway? In the style world, modern refers to a minimalist style that was popular in the early to mid-twentieth century.

Trade partners, suppliers, and Rausch Coleman staff gathered last week as we celebrated a partnership three years in the making.

The New Mexico–based builder has started two new developments on the Kansas side of the market.

Band-Aids are not the answer—enduring each part of a market correction is a challenging yet necessary process for home builders.

Nature continually presents us with impressive examples of perseverance: trees growing out of rocks, a plant poking up from a crack in the concrete, flowers blooming under the harshest of conditions, etc. Perseverance and growth under challenging circumstances was the theme of this year’s Executive Summit.

It is our pleasure to announce this year’s winners of the Shinn Consulting Achievement Awards.

Product redesign and performance engineering were popular topics at last month’s Executive Summit. Home builders willing to get creative and make tough decisions to protect their businesses and profit margins during the downturn will be in a better position to take advantage of the subsequent recovery.

Soaring energy prices and the effects of climate change are being felt all around, so building energy-efficient homes is more important than ever.

On March 1st – a beautiful, sunny day in Jacksonville, FL – the Homes for HOPE team had the privilege of gathering with Providence Homes’ staff and trade partners to celebrate the completion of their 7th Homes for HOPE project.

If we’ve learned anything over the past couple of years, it’s that’s business complacency is a dangerous thing—and that being able to respond quickly to change is vital to business prosperity.

Let's take a look at everything you need to know about garage door sizes, proper ways to measure for garage doors and how to let your creative juices flowing if you're thinking about fun ways to spruce up a space.

Looking for a new way to transform tile? Selecting the right grout can make all the difference when completing a design project.

The best roof shingles not only help protect your family's most important investment but also provide attractive curb appeal that can increase your home's value.

The term “biophilic design” has gained favor as a technique of connecting architecture and nature for a truly cohesive effect.

Lita Dirks and Steve Moore, of BSB Designs, presented “Winning Strategies for Product Design” at the Builder Partnership’s Executive Summit in Fort Lauderdale earlier this month. The duo addressed the challenges that fuel success and the winning strategies for perseverance and growth.

Heating and cooling equipment has become more sophisticated and efficient. But, with advancement can come added expense. Good news: Lennox has a solution.

Leveraging data to drive competitive advantage has shifted from being an option to a requirement and having a robust data strategy is an essential part of an organization's DNA. 

Unfussy landscaping, climate-responsible yards, and wellness elements rank highly among homeowners and designers this year.

Managing cost without reducing consumer appeal is a balancing act.

While traditional wood has been a decking staple for decades, it’s certainly not your only deck material choice. If you haven’t explored newer engineered materials, you’re missing out on low-maintenance and high-performance perks that wood just can’t offer.

The home builder delivered stronger than anticipated revenue and home closing numbers in the fiscal first quarter while implementing its pricing to market strategy.

AZEK Exteriors has added their shingle siding to our great list of programs!

Scheduling is the backbone of a home builder’s entire organization. The construction schedule impacts the builder’s production capacity, profitability and cash flow. Improving the reliability of the construction schedule is one of the most effective strategies for improving company performance.