Home Builders

Creating and Managing House Areas in HomeBuilder – A Step-by-Step Guide to Adding, Modifying, and Pushing House Areas to Models and Items –  In this post, we explore the process of creating and managing house areas within HomeBuilder. We cover how to create a new house area, add it to a model, and push it…

Creating Contacts and Assigning Them to Lots in HomeBuilder – Efficiently Manage Home Buyer Information and Lot Assignments –  In this video, we explore the process of creating contacts for home buyers in HomeBuilder and assigning them to lots. The demonstration covers how to import contact information, link customers to lots, and ensure accurate tracking…

Creating a New Model and Adding to a New Phase in HomeBuilder – In this video, we explore the process of creating a new model and adding it to a new phase in HomeBuilder. The demonstration covers how to copy an existing model from one phase to another, set up the new model, and ensure…

Adding a New Base Contract Item in HomeBuilder – In this video, we explore adding a new base contract item in HomeBuilder. The demonstration covers how to create a new item, assign relevant details, and make necessary adjustments to ensure accurate tracking and management within the system. This step-by-step guide helps users understand how to…

HomeBuilder Product Development Roadmap –  What HomeBuilder Has Accomplished and What To Look Forward To Updated: October 20, 2025 *This roadmap reflects our current direction based on client feedback and market needs. Priorities and timelines may shift in response to technical discoveries or market changes. We’ll update this roadmap as needed. HomeBuilder by Suite Engine…

HomeBuilder Integrations –  How HomeBuilder and Other Residential Developer Tools Work Together HomeBuilder by Suite Engine is an extension for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central that provides functionality specific to residential developers. It includes managing phases, models, and lots, relations with home buyers, cost analysis, catalog of products, contract management, décor center (selection of upgrades…

Ditch the Wish List: Out-of-the-Box Solution for Home Builders The construction industry is no stranger to challenges. Labor shortages, project delays, and cost overruns are just a few of the hurdles Residential Developers face daily. When it comes to software solutions, many turn to customization to address these challenges. However, this often leads to increased…

SaleFish Integration Now Available For HomeBuilder Users Get it from Microsoft AppSource Mississauga, Ontario, Canada — October 1, 2024 Suite Engine has officially announced the availability of the HomeBuilder/SaleFish integration on Microsoft AppSource for its’ Canadian market. Microsoft AppSource is an online cloud marketplace providing tailored line-of-business solutions for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Home Builders,…

Deciding Costing Models In this ‘How-To’ video, learn how to determine the best cost model for your project in HomeBuilder. This video covers universal versus model house area costing, why we would choose one over the other, and understanding the importance of deciding on costing models in construction. Duration: Approximately 10 minutes Skill Level: Intermediate…

Building Smarter – Why Strategic Decision-Making Demands Long-Term Software Solutions You’re at the helm of a major home construction project—not just any project, but one that represents years of planning and investment. Now consider this: the decisions you make today will ripple through the next 12-24 months of construction and beyond. Every choice about budgets,…

Creating a Hardwood Selection Item – Pricing Based On Model Home Area In Part 2 of the ‘Color Chart Item’ “How-To” series, learn how to create a room-based price in HomeBuilder. This video demonstrates creating a hardwood selection item whose price is based on the model home area. What You’ll Learn This video walks you…

Creating a Hardwood Selection Item – Pricing Based On Cover Learn How to Create and Manage Color Chart Items in HomeBuilder Setting up color chart items—your upgrades, extras, and selection packages—can feel complicated when you’re dealing with variants, pricing, and multiple models. This video walks you through the complete process using hardwood flooring as an…