Barden Building Products Blog Archive

How to Start a Custom Home Building Business in 9 Steps

Posted by Brandon Trombley on Sep 19, 2025 11:21:00 AM

Starting a custom home building business can feel overwhelming. Between writing a business plan, securing financing, and finding reliable suppliers, there’s a lot to juggle. The good news? With the right steps, you can launch a successful company that helps families build their dream homes.

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Topics: Insider, Behind the Scenes, Process, About, Resources, Barden Independent Dealers

3 Reasons to Start Your Custom Home Building Process Right Now

Posted by Brandon Trombley on May 1, 2024 2:45:00 PM

It’s something you’ve always dreamed about: building your own custom home. You’ve had this dream so long that you know exactly what you want down to the smallest detail. You even have the perfect property picked out. 

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Topics: Insider, Panelized Construction, Site Prep, Construction Timeline

Custom Home Builder Marketing Strategy: Using the Manufacturer’s Brand

Posted by Brandon Trombley on Aug 26, 2022 8:00:00 AM


5 Ways a Materials Supplier Bolsters Your Custom Home Builder Company's Marketing Strategy

  1. Brand recognition 
  2. Advertising co-op funding
  3. Marketing materials
  4. A client-centric building method 
  5. An established network with buying power
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Topics: Insider, Behind the Scenes, Panel Home Building, Barden Independent Dealers

[How to] Becoming A Custom Home Builder Who's Always Busy in 6 Steps

Posted by Brandon Trombley on Aug 5, 2022 8:00:00 AM

 

6 Ways to Becoming a Custom Home Builder Who Sells

A busy custom home building career doesn’t happen by chance. Here are 6 ways to set yourself up for success as a custom home builder:
  1. Find a niche
  2. Play to your strengths
  3. Hire a team that complements you
  4. Understand all sides of your business
  5. Build your company’s presence
  6. Hone your people & sales skills

You’ve come up with the perfect name. Filled out all the paperwork. And found a great location. 

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Topics: Insider, Resources, Barden Independent Dealers

What's a Barden Independent Custom Home Dealer?

Posted by Brandon Trombley on Apr 4, 2022 8:30:00 AM

As a company specializing in designing and supplying custom-home material packages, we’ve seen homes of all shapes and sizes. We often joke that we’ve never manufactured the same home twice, as each homeowner builds a house that meets their specific needs. 

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Topics: Insider, Behind the Scenes, About, Resources, Independent Dealers, Barden Independent Dealers

SmartBuild Systems for Pole Barns: Efficiency in Action

Posted by Brandon Trombley on Aug 13, 2021 8:00:00 AM

You’ve found someone who could be the perfect client. 

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Topics: Insider, Behind the Scenes, Pole Barns

4 Reasons to Become a Barden Independent Dealer

Posted by Brandon Trombley on Feb 24, 2021 8:00:00 AM

Becoming a custom home dealer is a life-changing decision. So is expanding an existing business. That’s why it’s important to find the right manufacturing partner. 

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Topics: Insider, Resources, Independent Dealers, Barden Independent Dealers

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