Snap.Build Blog
The Role of AI in Revolutionizing the Homebuilding Industry
In our last blog post, we recapped a podcast interview with Brad David, Snap.Build’s Executive Vice President of Development/Construction. The interview wrapped up with the Construction Disruption co-hosts asking Brad what he thought was going to have a big impact on...
Disrupting the Homebuilding Industry with Smarter Funding
Brad David, Executive Vice President of Development/Construction at Snap.Build, was recently a guest on the popular design, building and remodeling podcast, Construction Disruption. Co-hosted by Todd Miller and Ryan Bell of Isaiah Industries, this edition of the...
The Importance of “Build-to-Rent” Housing
The American dream of owning a home has become nearly unattainable for many families today due to rising housing costs and stagnant wages. As a result, there has been a surge in demand for rental properties. In response to this demand, "build-to-rent" housing has...
What Are The Most Common Mistakes That First-Time Spec Home Builders Make?
Developing a speculative construction (also known as spec construction) project from scratch can be a rewarding experience both personally and professionally. And, if everything goes according to plans and budgets, it can be financially rewarding, too! However, for...
Benefits of Spec Home Building for Residential Builders
Spec home building, which refers to the construction of speculative or inventory homes without a specific buyer in mind, holds several important benefits for residential builders: Risk Mitigation: Spec home building allows builders to diversify their projects and...
How Does Project Management Technology Help Builders Reduce the Chance of a Construction Lien?
Whether you’re a new or experienced residential builder, each day brings new opportunities - and sometimes challenges. Sometimes the challenges are problematic but manageable such as a materials delivery that is a few hours late. In other cases, the challenge can...
Why Do Builders Have a Hard Time Securing Loans From Banks?
As a residential builder, you know how difficult it is to construct a new property. You have to develop the plans, obtain permits, hire contractors and subcontractors, order materials and so much more. Yet, before you can even lay the foundation for a new construction...
Construction Financing And Self-Management Made Easy For Busy Builders
As a builder you understand the difficulties of managing your projects - especially when you have simultaneous builds. First, getting a loan from a bank is a frustrating, time-consuming and sometimes futile process. All of that time spent trying to secure project...
The Power of Non-Recourse Loans for Builders
When builders need to secure financing for their home construction projects (including spec construction projects), the traditional lenders have all of the power. The lender not only has the money - they can also potentially impact the builder’s personal finances if...