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What Buyers Expect To Know Before They Ever Talk To a Sales Rep

The homebuying journey rarely begins with a scheduled tour or a conversation with a sales team. In most cases, it starts quietly online. Buyers scroll listings, watch walkthrough videos, and compare communities long before they ever appear in a builder’s lead database. By the time they reach out or schedule a visit, many have already formed strong opinions about where they want to live. Understanding this early research phase has become one of the most valuable opportunities for builders today. These early moments are where expectations form, trust begins, and buyers start narrowing their choices. The builders who recognize this stage and support it well are often the ones who earn the first visit.

What Buyers Expect To Know Before They Ever Talk To a Sales Rep2026-04-20T15:01:50-07:00

From First Search to First Visit: How New Home Buyers are Researching in 2026

The homebuying journey rarely begins with a scheduled tour or a conversation with a sales team. In most cases, it starts quietly online. Buyers scroll listings, watch walkthrough videos, and compare communities long before they ever appear in a builder’s lead database. By the time they reach out or schedule a visit, many have already formed strong opinions about where they want to live. Understanding this early research phase has become one of the most valuable opportunities for builders today. These early moments are where expectations form, trust begins, and buyers start narrowing their choices. The builders who recognize this stage and support it well are often the ones who earn the first visit.

From First Search to First Visit: How New Home Buyers are Researching in 20262026-04-20T15:07:14-07:00

Before Buyers Commit, They Need To See This

Spring buyers are stepping into the season with a mix of caution and hope. In our last blog, we shared how many are beginning to feel more optimistic, yet they still carry a bit of uncertainty. They want to move forward, but only when they feel they can see the path clearly. That clarity is one of the most powerful gifts builders can offer right now.

Before Buyers Commit, They Need To See This2026-04-20T15:14:16-07:00

The 5 Must-Know Features Enhancing Home Buyer Journeys

We are thrilled to announce that NEXT just released a fresh update and it’s now live for use! This update introduces enhanced interactive tools that provide greater functionality and deliver an intuitive, streamlined experience for prospective buyers.

The 5 Must-Know Features Enhancing Home Buyer Journeys2026-01-19T15:11:55-08:00

Level Up: How Will You Level Up to the Changing Marketing Funnel?

The marketing funnel is constantly changing and adapting. In an omnichannel world, how can you best communicate with prospective buyers and increase brand exposure in a way that is both effective and engaging? Our CMO Jenn Cooper breaks down understanding buyer psychology and the best ways to level up your marketing strategies to cover all of your bases.

Level Up: How Will You Level Up to the Changing Marketing Funnel?2026-01-19T15:16:17-08:00

Digital Solutions and Lessons from The Housing Transformation Summit 2023

The recent Housing Transformation Summit brought together homebuilder and multifamily executives across the country for three days of innovative discussions on key topics including a dedicated track for digital solutions. Our team member and marketing leader Jennifer Cooper was this year's digital solutions track chair and is excited to share a snapshot of the learnings uncovered with industry experts and panelists she worked with over the last several months.

Digital Solutions and Lessons from The Housing Transformation Summit 20232026-01-19T15:17:41-08:00
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