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Dream Finders Homes Inc(DFH)
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for DFH
09/25/2026: DFH (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Dream Finders Homes Inc is a rapidly growing regional homebuilder focused on single-family homes in high-growth Sunbelt markets. The company is known for its capital-light land strategy, which supports operational agility and efficient growth. Its primary opportunity lies in continuing to scale its footprint in states with strong demographic tailwinds. Investors must monitor risks related to housing cycle sensitivity, interest rate impacts on affordability, and intense competition from larger national builders. The company is best suited for growth-oriented investors who are comfortable with the cyclical nature of the residential construction sector and who do not require immediate dividend income.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Strong fit | The company exhibits a high-growth business model focused on capturing market share in rapidly expanding Sunbelt regions. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock often exhibits strong price trends aligned with housing sector optimism and earnings growth. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation is often tied to cyclical housing metrics rather than deep value characteristics. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay a dividend, prioritizing capital reinvestment for expansion. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High sensitivity to interest rates and economic cycles creates significant price volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Homebuilder stocks are inherently cyclical and sensitive to changes in macroeconomic data. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Market expectations for growth can lead to premium pricing that is sensitive to earnings misses. |
| Competition risk (National builders) | High | Dominant national builders have greater access to land and capital. |
| Business quality | Medium | The capital-light model improves returns but requires careful land management. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors seeking immediate cash yield will not find it here. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Scaling operations while maintaining margins is critical to performance. |
Price Behavior
Steep Decline
The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.
Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -41.7% | Avg. Invested days 27 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Company Fundamentals
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Ownership
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Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.02B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 8.01 | 1Y Target Price 18 |
Price to earnings Ratio 8.01 | 1Y Target Price 18 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 816.1K shares | Beta 1.91 | 52 Weeks Range 10.87 - 27.20 | Updated Date 09/26/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 10.87 - 27.20 | Updated Date 09/26/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.41 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Homebuilding | Revenue from the construction and sale of single-family homes. | The primary driver of revenue; profit comes from the margin between construction costs and home sale prices. |
| Financial Services | Mortgage lending, title services, and insurance. | A secondary stream that captures value during the home closing process. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 8.01 | Forward PE 4.73 | Enterprise Value 2.82B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.25 |
Enterprise Value 2.82B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.25 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.68 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.34 | Shares Outstanding 32.81M | Shares Floating 26.74M |
Shares Outstanding 32.81M | Shares Floating 26.74M | ||
Percent Insiders 18.94 | Percent Institutions 96.7 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Dream Finders Homes Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Jacksonville, FL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2021-01-21 | Founder, President, CEO & Co-Chairman of the Board of Directors Mr. Patrick O. Zalupski | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Residential Construction | Full time employees 1911 | |
Full time employees 1911 | |||
Dream Finders Homes, Inc., through its subsidiary, Dream Finders Homes LLC, engages in the homebuilding business in the United States. It operates through four segments: Southeast, Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and Financial Services. The company designs, builds, constructs, and sells single-family homes, such as entry-level, first and second time move-up, and active adult and custom homes. It markets its homes under various brands, including Dream Finders Homes, DF Luxury, Reverie Active Adult Lifestyle by Dream Finders Homes, Craft Homes and Coventry Homes. The company also provides insurance agency services, including closing, escrow, and title insurance, as well as mortgage banking solutions. It sells its homes through its sales representatives and independent real estate brokers. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida.
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