Revenue and Closings
Revenue of $319.7 million driven by 881 homes closed (of 916 delivered). Average selling price (ASP) for closed homes rose 2.9% year-over-year to $362,924.
Backlog and Order Growth
Net orders of 1,221 homes; backlog grew to 1,699 homes, up 63% year-over-year and 22% sequentially — the highest backlog since 2022.
Gross Margin and Adjusted Gross Margin Outperformance
Gross margin before inventory-related charges was 20.2% and adjusted gross margin was 23.4%, modestly above the high end of prior full-year outlook and up 110 basis points sequentially.
Adjusted EBITDA and Profitability Improvement
Adjusted EBITDA increased 30% to $24.4 million, representing 7.6% of revenue (versus 5.3% a year ago). Adjusted net income (ex-impairments) was $5.6 million or $0.24 per share.
Full-Year Guidance Raised for Margins
Company raised full-year gross margin guidance to 18.5%–20.5% and adjusted gross margin to 22%–24% based on Q1 performance and backlog visibility.
Operational Activity and Starts
Started 1,137 homes during the quarter to support seasonal uplift; ended quarter with 142 active communities and averaged 2.2 closings per community per month (consistent with prior year).
Balance Sheet and Liquidity
Total liquidity of $355 million (including $61 million cash and $294 million revolver availability). Book value per share was $90.50 and land pipeline nearly 100% on balance sheet (59,028 lots owned/controlled).
Recognition and Culture
Named a Top Workplaces USA employer for the sixth consecutive year, highlighting employee engagement and culture strengths.