Dream Finders Homes Closes Acquisition of the Homebuilding Assets of Green River Builders, Inc. in Atlanta

By: Dream Finders Homes, Inc. via Business Wire

May 05, 2025 at 08:00 AM EDT

Dream Finders Homes, Inc. (the “Company”, “Dream Finders” or “DFH”) (NYSE: DFH) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of the majority of the homebuilding assets of Green River Builders, Inc. in Atlanta, Georgia ( “Green River Builders”). This acquisition strengthens Dream Finders’ existing footprint within the Atlanta homebuilding market, one of the largest and fastest-growing in the United States. The acquisition was formally closed on May 2, 2025.

Patrick Zalupski, Dream Finders’ Chairman and CEO, said: “We are excited to partner with Brian Hurley and the Green River Builders team as we continue to invest in the growing Atlanta market. This acquisition and partnership with the Green River team facilitates further coverage across product offerings and geographies within the greater Atlanta region. As with our six previous homebuilder acquisitions, we successfully executed this transaction in line with our land-light strategy and look forward to continued growth in Atlanta alongside our previously announced acquisition of Liberty Communities.”

Brian Hurley, Green River Builders’ Founder and CEO, said, “This is both a proud and emotional moment for me. Green River Builders has been my life’s work built from the ground up with an incredible team and a deep belief in the value of doing things the right way. I’ve had the privilege of working alongside some of the finest professionals in the industry, and I’m deeply grateful to our customers, trade partners, and employees who have made this journey so meaningful. After thoughtful consideration, I believe Dream Finders is the perfect partner to carry our legacy forward. Their values align with ours, they prioritize quality, innovation, and above all, people. I’m confident that our homeowners and communities will continue to be served with excellence, and I look forward to watching this new chapter unfold with optimism and pride.”

This transition represents a major milestone in Green River Builders’ legacy. From its humble beginnings as a local operation to becoming one of the region’s most respected builders, Green River Builders has consistently delivered homes marked by craftsmanship, character, and community. Under the leadership of CEO Brian Hurley, the company has built not only homes, but also a solid reputation rooted in integrity, service, and enduring relationships with homeowners and partners.

JGH Consulting served as the exclusive sell-side advisor to Green River Builders on the transaction.

About Dream Finders Homes, Inc.

Dream Finders Homes is a homebuilder based in Jacksonville, Florida. Dream Finders Homes builds single-family homes throughout the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest, including Florida, Texas, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Colorado, Arizona, and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, which comprises Northern Virginia and Maryland. Through its wholly owned subsidiaries, DFH also provides mortgage financing and title services to homebuyers. Dream Finders Homes achieves its industry-leading growth and returns by maintaining an asset-light homebuilding model. For more information, please visit www.dreamfindershomes.com.