Donald R. Horton is the founder of D.R. Horton Inc., one of the largest home construction companies in the United States. He started the company in 1978 in Fort Worth, Texas.
Donald R. Horton, often known as Don Horton, was born in 1950. Prior to starting D.R. Horton, he gained experience in the real estate industry, particularly in the field of home construction. In 1978, he decided to use his experience and knowledge to start his own company, initially focusing on the Dallas/Fort Worth area in Texas.