Amherst

Amherst CEO Sean Dobson joined Dean Wehrli on the latest John Burns New Home Insights Podcast to discuss how rising costs, limited financing options, and outdated construction methods are keeping families from homeownership. “From June of 2019 to today, the principal, interest, taxes, and insurance on the same house are up 80%,” Sean said. Meanwhile, incomes have only risen by 17%. For many families who can’t qualify for a mortgage, access to high-quality housing remains essential—and single-family rentals are a crucial part of the solution. As Sean puts it, the need for high-quality rental housing has never been greater. Read more insights and listen to the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/eKWggQv6

This #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate the women who drive our business forward. At Amherst, 41% of our senior management team (Vice President and above) are women—outpacing the national average of 34%. We remain committed to fostering an environment where women can grow, lead, and shape the future of our industry. Thank you to the women of Amherst for your leadership and impact—not just today, but every day. #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction #WomenInLeadership

Last week, Amherst’s Genger Charles joined Prosek Partners for a conversation on housing, policy, and equity. We’re grateful for her leadership in advancing discussions on expanding access to housing and creating meaningful solutions. #Housing #Access #Impact

Amherst was proud to welcome Texas Workforce Commissioner Joe Esparza and Policy Advisor Laike Todd to our StudioBuilt facility in Cuero to tour the space, discuss workforce initiatives, and highlight the Texas Workforce Commission’s training programs. We’re honored that StudioBuilt was named the 2024 Local Employer of Excellence by Workforce Solutions Golden Crescent. We look forward to continuing to contribute to the Texas economy by creating manufacturing jobs and increasing housing supply.

Amherst is proud to see Jessica Thorsheim, CFA sharing her expertise on the single-family rental market at Virtual Base Camp next week, hosted by Zelman & Associates - A Walker & Dunlop Company. We closely track the trends shaping SFR and the broader housing market to stay ahead of shifts in investment, operations, and resident needs. Conversations like these help drive the industry forward.

Amherst invests in the preservation of homes to provide residents with safe, modern, and high-quality housing in their desired neighborhoods. For this home in Plano, TX, we installed a new HVAC system and appliances, upgraded counters, cabinets, flooring, and fixtures, replaced the roof, and more. Restoring properties like this not only expands quality housing options but also helps revitalize communities. Check out the incredible transformation below!

In partnership with the Steve Hicks School of Social Work, Amherst helped develop CARES (Client Assessment Resources and Empowerment Services), a first-of-its-kind social work program dedicated to eviction prevention, financial empowerment, and long-term housing stability. By connecting residents with critical resources and direct support, CARES has helped thousands of people stay in their homes, proving that proactive engagement benefits residents, the broader community, and even those who invest in single-family rentals—fostering more stable housing environments, reducing turnover, and strengthening long-term neighborhood value.   Read more about how the CARES program is redefining how housing providers can support residents facing financial hardship: https://lnkd.in/eSBzZrTW

Happy Valentine’s Day! We celebrated the day with flower bars in our Austin offices, giving our team a chance to create the perfect bouquet—whether for a loved one, a friend, or just a desk upgrade. Wishing everyone a day filled with joy, appreciation, and maybe even a few extra flowers. #ValentinesDay #AmherstTeam ❤️

Amherst is proud to see our very own Ron Miller and Anna-Kaye Barrett sharing their expertise with the next generation of real estate professionals at Texas A&M University. From the evolving SFR landscape to investment strategy and mentorship, their insights reflect Amherst’s commitment to innovation, education, and leadership. Thank you to Texas A&M University for hosting this conversation—we look forward to continuing to support the future of real estate. #RealEstate #SFR #InvestmentManagement

The shortage of available housing calls for smarter, more efficient solutions—and StudioBuilt by Amherst is helping to meet that need. Our modular homebuilding approach has already delivered nearly 150 homes in Texas and Florida—with more on the way. By cutting construction time by nearly 50% while maintaining strong standards of quality and sustainability, we’re working to provide efficient, scalable solutions to address the housing shortage. Visit our StudioBuilt site for more details: https://lnkd.in/eeBTbw6g