In this episode of the Land Development Podcast, Ryan Glick and Charles Covey dive into recent inflation reports and the Federal Reserve’s latest meeting outcomes. The conversation highlights how these economic indicators are impacting market stability and future predictions for interest rates.
Next, Ryan and Charles explore the rising trend of mass timber buildings. They discuss a recent report revealing that these timber structures are leasing faster and at higher premiums compared to traditional steel and concrete buildings. Charles shares his insights on the sustainability and efficiency of mass timber construction, emphasizing its potential benefits for the development industry.
The episode also covers a comprehensive Harvard University report on the housing affordability crisis. Ryan and Charles examine the significant rise in housing costs, both for renters and homeowners, and the underlying factors contributing to this issue. They dive into the report’s findings on how high housing costs are burdening households and what steps need to be taken to address these challenges.
Finally, they discuss potential solutions to the housing shortage and affordability crisis. From regulatory changes to innovative building methods, Ryan and Charles offer their perspectives on how the industry can adapt to meet the growing demand for affordable housing.
Ryan sits down with Peter Murphy Lewis to talk about how storytelling can help developers and builders attract better talent and build stronger teams. They break down simple, practical ways to use video and real stories to stand out in today’s labor market.
Keith Miller joins the show to talk about his focus on building attainably priced homes at scale in Montana, why he’s using factory-built housing, and what it really takes to bring new supply to fast-growing markets.
Ryan and Charles break down falling homebuyer demand, a heated TikTok debate on millennial housing choices, a proposed property tax hike in New York City, and what a shrinking U.S. population could mean for developers.