Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) x Annual Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 OR o Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from _________to_________. Commission file number 001-39916 ___________________________________________ DREAM FINDERS HOMES, INC. (Exact name of regis ...

Exhibit 99.1 Dream Finders Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results Record Home Closings of 8,608 for Full Year Record Net Sales of 7,747, Up 15% for Full Year Fourth Quarter Net Sales of 1,756, Up 9% Jacksonville, FL. — February 23, 2026 — Dream Finders Homes, Inc. (the "Company", "Dream Finders Homes", "Dream Finders" or "DFH") (NYSE: DFH) announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025. Fourth Quarter 2025 Highlights (As Compared to Fourth Quarter 2 ...

Core Viewpoint - The law firm Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC has initiated an investigation into Dream Finders Homes, Inc. regarding potential breaches of fiduciary duties by its officers and directors [1] Group 1 - The investigation focuses on whether Dream Finders' controlling stockholder and management violated state or federal laws [1] - Shareholders of Dream Finders Homes, Inc. are encouraged to contact KSF to discuss their legal rights without any obligation or cost [1]

Company Overview - Dream Finders Homes is a large-scale homebuilder that also provides insurance agency services and mortgage banking solutions across the U.S., focusing on single-family homes for first- and second-time home buyers [5] - The company reported a total revenue of $4.67 billion and a net income of $274.23 million for the trailing twelve months (TTM) [4] Recent Transactions - On January 21 and 22, 2026, 10% Owner William Radford Lovett II sold 71,742 shares of Dream Finders Homes, valued at approximately $1.4 million [1][2] - Post-transaction, Lovett holds 22,349 shares directly, valued at $432,453 based on the market close on January 22, 2026 [2] Financial Performance - Dream Finders Homes is projected to have one of its worst years in terms of profitability for fiscal year 2025, with a decline in earnings per share (EPS) for three consecutive quarters, marking the first such occurrence since FY 2021 [6] - The company's net income fell to $47 million in Q3 2025, the lowest since Q1 2022 [6] - The stock price has decreased approximately 27% in 2025, reflecting ongoing struggles in the homebuilding market [7] Market Challenges - The homebuilding industry is facing significant challenges, including limited inventory, constrained demand, worker shortages, and rising material costs [7] Management Concerns - CEO and Founder Patrick Zalupski's recent acquisition of the Tampa Bay Rays, where he is now a majority owner, raises concerns about his focus on Dream Finders Homes, although he has stated he remains committed to the company [9] - The recent sale of shares by Lovett exceeds his historical median sell transaction of 50,076 shares since December 2024, indicating a notable shift in trading activity [8]

Core Insights - The Tampa Bay Rays are exploring options for a new stadium to replace the aging Tropicana Field, which has been a challenge due to its location and low attendance [1][3][9] - Recent developments include a nonbinding agreement with Hillsborough College to build a multiuse facility on a 113-acre site, with plans for a roof to mitigate weather issues [4][5][10] - The new ownership group, led by Patrick Zalupski, aims to create a vibrant community space similar to Truist Park, but details on financial contributions and city support remain unclear [11][15] Group 1: Stadium Development - The Rays have been in discussions for a new stadium for years, with previous proposals failing due to various reasons, including Hurricane Milton's impact [3][6] - The team is currently negotiating with Tampa officials, with a six-month window for discussions as part of the agreement with Hillsborough College [5][11] - The proposed stadium's design and financial structure are still under wraps, with no public information on the ownership's financial commitments [10][11] Group 2: Attendance and Performance - The Rays have struggled with attendance, ranking 29th in MLB in 2025, with only 786,750 fans compared to 1,337,739 in 2024 [9] - The team played the entire 2025 season at Steinbrenner Field due to damage from Hurricane Milton, which affected their home games and attendance figures [6][9] Group 3: Ownership Changes - The Rays were sold to a new ownership group led by Patrick Zalupski, with an estimated net worth of $1.4 billion, and Ken Babby appointed as the new CEO [15][16] - The new ownership aims to revitalize the team's presence and community engagement in Tampa Bay [12][15]

Core Viewpoint - Dream Finders Homes Inc. is facing a significant projected earnings decline, with a 51.94% drop in EPS expected for the upcoming quarter compared to the previous year [2]. Company Performance - The company's stock closed at $19.23, reflecting a -1.79% change from the previous day, which is less severe than the S&P 500's loss of 2.06% [1]. - Over the past month, shares of Dream Finders Homes Inc. have increased by 10%, outperforming the Construction sector's gain of 7.13% and the S&P 500's increase of 1.63% [1]. Earnings Estimates - The Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast an annual EPS of $2.19, indicating a -34.43% change from the previous year, with revenue expected to remain unchanged at $0 million [2]. - Recent revisions to analyst estimates have shown a 11.35% decrease in the EPS estimate over the last 30 days, leading to a Zacks Rank of 5 (Strong Sell) for the company [5]. Valuation Metrics - Dream Finders Homes Inc. is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 9.65, which is below the industry average Forward P/E of 12.2 [6]. - The company has a PEG ratio of 6.26, significantly higher than the average PEG ratio of 1.79 for the Building Products - Home Builders industry [7]. Industry Context - The Building Products - Home Builders industry is ranked 242 in the Zacks Industry Rank, placing it in the bottom 2% of over 250 industries [8].

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Core Viewpoint - BofA has lowered the price target for Dream Finders Homes (DFH) to $22 from $23 while maintaining a Neutral rating on the shares, indicating a cautious outlook for the company amid challenging market conditions [1] Company Summary - Dream Finders Homes (DFH) is experiencing a price target reduction, reflecting concerns about its performance in the upcoming year [1] - The company has underperformed the market in 2025, but homebuilder stocks have seen a significant rally year-to-date [1] Industry Summary - The homebuilding industry is expected to face pressures from weaker employment and migration trends, ongoing inflation, and a competitive selling environment due to high levels of new and resale inventory [1] - Analysts predict that 2026 will be a "reset year for homebuilders," suggesting a challenging environment ahead for the industry [1]

Core Insights - Fenimore Asset Management's Q4 2025 investor letter indicates a solid yet volatile stock market, influenced by AI enthusiasm, economic uncertainty, and monetary policy concerns [1] - The firm anticipates mixed market conditions in 2026, with many AI-related stocks appearing expensive while high-quality companies are trading at multi-year lows, presenting potential investment opportunities [1] Performance Summary - The S&P 500 Index rose by 2.66% in Q4 2025, with large-cap technology and communication services sectors leading the market [1] - Fenimore Small Cap Strategy returned -4.12%, underperforming the Russell 2000 Index, which returned 2.19% [1] - Fenimore Dividend Focus Strategy declined -4.41% compared to the Russell Midcap Index's 0.16% return [1] - Fenimore Value Strategy saw a decline of -1.17% in Q4, also underperforming against the Russell Midcap Index [1] Company-Specific Insights - Dream Finders Homes, Inc. (NYSE:DFH) was identified as a significant performance detractor in the Fenimore Small Cap Strategy [2][3] - As of January 15, 2026, Dream Finders Homes, Inc. had a stock price of $20.30, with a one-month return of 13.41% but a 52-week loss of 15.87% [2] - The company has a market capitalization of $1.88 billion [2] - Challenges in affordability for first-time home buyers have impacted Dream Finders Homes, Inc., despite the company's asset-light approach and skilled management [3]

Core Insights - The U.S. housing market is facing challenges, particularly on the supply side, with mixed signals from new residential sales and building permits data [1][8] - The market is adjusting to the Federal Reserve's rate cut in September 2025, with expectations of further cuts boosting optimism among homebuyers, although homebuilders are not fully capitalizing on this trend [2] Sales and Prices - New single-family home sales in October 2025 were 737,000 units, a slight decrease of 0.1% from September 2025 but an increase of 18.7% from October 2024 [3] - The median sales price of new houses sold in October 2025 was $392,300, down 3.3% month over month and 8% year over year, while the average sales price was $498,000, up 3% from September 2025 but down 4.6% year over year [3] Building Permits and Housing Starts - Privately-owned housing units authorized by building permits in October 2025 were 1,412,000, reflecting a decline of 0.2% month over month and 1.1% year over year [4] - Privately-owned housing starts were 1,246,000 in October 2025, indicating a 4.6% decline from September 2025 and a 7.8% fall from October 2024 [5] Mortgage Rates - The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was reported at 6.17% for the week ending October 30, 2025, down from 6.34% the previous week and significantly lower than 6.72% a year prior [6] Market Outlook - The U.S. housing industry is expected to improve in early 2026 due to declining mortgage rates and new government policies aimed at reducing housing costs, including a $200 billion mortgage bond purchase initiative [7] - Despite potential improvements, ongoing macroeconomic challenges related to tariffs and inflation are impacting supply, as evidenced by declining building permits and housing starts [8] Company Performance - Homebuilders such as Century Communities, Dream Finders Homes, and Green Brick Partners are positioned to benefit from favorable market fundamentals despite current macro headwinds [11] - Century Communities has seen a 13.1% increase in share price over the past six months, with EPS estimates for 2026 expected to grow 34.2% year over year [12][13] - Dream Finders Homes has experienced a 29.2% decline in share price over the past six months, with EPS estimates for 2026 expected to grow 4.6% year over year [13][14] - Green Brick Partners has seen an 11.2% increase in share price over the past six months, with EPS estimates for 2026 expected to decrease slightly by 0.3% year over year [14][15]