Modern Home Builders Issue 155 August 2026 | Page 123

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“ We recently completed Phase 5, which added 31 new homesites, and we are now preparing for the sixth and final phase,” he details.“ By the time the community is finished, Buffum Homes will have built more than 160 homes there. That is a significant accomplishment for our team and something we are genuinely proud of. The project has required years of planning, investment, coordination, and strong relationships with homeowners, local officials, trade partners, and the surrounding community. That success reflects the efforts of far more people than Buffum Homes alone.”
With the completion of Planter’ s Ridge on the near horizon, Josh looks forward to the company’ s upcoming endeavors.“ We currently own an 80-acre property in Caledonia that we envision becoming a future residential neighborhood,” he shares.“ We’ ve also acquired a 50-acre parcel in Byron Center, along with about 15 acres in the Forest Hills School District. Each property is at a different point in planning, but together they represent a meaningful investment in the future of Buffum Homes.”
The right legacy
With 2026 marking the 25th anniversary of Buffum Homes, it’ s clear that this point in its history is more than just a celebration, but symbolic of decades of passion, hard work, and continued innovation. While much has changed over the years, the company’ s commitment to building homes with integrity and putting people first has remained constant. Reflecting on the company’ s 25- year journey, Josh reveals that Buffum Homes’ success comes down to the relationships, values, and faith that have guided it every step of the way.
“ Reaching 25 years is something we do not take for granted,” he affirms.“ Above all else, we are grateful for the Lord’ s faithfulness and guidance through every season of this journey. Looking back, His hand has been
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