Homebuilding

Our attorneys have represented clients who are shell construction contractors; manufacturers and suppliers of building components and materials; land acquisition/development businesses; residential service providers (plumbing, electric, HVAC, etc.); and builders of single-family residences, townhomes, luxury homes, energy-efficient homes, built-to-rent communities, single-family rentals, modular homes, and more.

Barton is uniquely positioned to represent these types of companies with respect to mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, buy-ins and financings. As the market for private housing and construction companies with local expertise continues to grow, private equity groups, domestic strategic buyers, and international housing companies are increasingly looking to either expand their portfolios or enter into the market.

For founders, owners, and partners of homebuilding companies looking to sell or expand their businesses, we understand that such transactions involve more than just closing a deal. Barton therefore acts as both advisor and counselor to our homebuilder clients at every step, providing the range of services necessary in complex business transaction. These services can include negotiating letters of intent, performing due diligence, tax structuring, transaction structuring, and drafting/reviewing all transaction documents throughout the timeline of the transaction, from initial negotiation to closing.

For clients looking to expand their existing operations and raise capital, our Corporate Team is also able to assist homebuilding businesses with financing transactions such as equity raises, recapitalizations, and joint ventures. Many of our clients have been in business for generations and have trusted advisors who have valuable knowledge of their operations. Barton takes a holistic approach and works closely during the transaction process with the existing team of lawyers or advisory firms that the homebuilder has relied upon over the years.