Deal Announcement: Land Financing for Schuber Mitchell Homes

Nov 19

Whelan Advisory served as the exclusive financial advisor to Schuber Mitchell Homes in establishing a strategic land financing partnership with Essential Housing, a TPG Angelo Gordon company. Schuber Mitchell Homes, based in Joplin, Missouri, is the 77th largest homebuilder in the U.S.

This transaction further strengthens Whelan Advisory’s extensive track record working with founder-owned businesses in the residential real estate sector. Our team has advised on 47 successful transactions since 2018, totaling $15.0 billion across M&A, debt, and equity.

“Whelan Advisory was an invaluable partner in our effort to expand our financing capabilities. Their market expertise and extensive capital relationships gave us access to several compelling options aligned with our goals. The Whelan Advisory team was responsive and thorough throughout the process, and their guidance was key in structuring a solution that will support our next phase of growth.”

— Joe Harris, CEO, Schuber Mitchell Homes

This transaction marks Whelan Advisory’s eighth transaction in 2025 and 18th since the start of 2024. As the land banking landscape grows increasingly competitive, our goal was to match Schuber Mitchell with a partner whose strategy and structure best support the Company’s growth objectives. Whelan Advisory collaborated closely with the Schuber Mitchell team to analyze project financing strategies, facilitate capital partner introductions, and work with transaction counsel to ensure a successful execution and lasting partnership.

Despite ongoing market uncertainty, buyers and capital providers remain active, demonstrating continued confidence in the long-term fundamentals of U.S. housing demand and the resilience of well-capitalized operators.

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