Rick and Daiana break down the latest trends in custom home building and remodeling—revealing where demand still exists, what’s softening, and exactly what you need to do today to win tomorrow.What You’ll Learn: Ignore National Noise & Focus Micro-Markets Neighborhoods, zip codes, or school districts can outperform broad headlines—learn how to segment by product type and price point for hidden opportunities Custom Homes SoftnessSpring saw fewer new-home leads, spec-home pullbacks, and uneven performance except at the highest cash-buyer tiersRemodeling’s Roller CoasterLead volume swung month-to-month; large-project cancellations spiked above 50%, while mid-range jobs ($50K–$150K) held steadierInventory & Affordability TrendsRising resale stock and easing backlogs are pushing prices down—setting up better affordability and pent-up demand for late 2025 into 2026Outlook & TimingQ3 remains soft, Q4 should show a slight uptick, and political/stability factors point to stronger lead activity in early 2026Action Plan: Act NowWith a 6–12 month lag on results, today’s priorities are tightening internal processes, refreshing your marketing, and positioning to grab market share on the reboundResources & Links:👉 Download our 2025 Market Deep Dive (PDF)👉 Schedule your Free Strategy Call👍 Like if you found this update valuable💬 Drop your micro-market insights in the comments🔔 Subscribe for weekly 10–15 minute sales & marketing tips for builders and remodelers