Ryan sits down with Tim Early, associate professor and coordinator of the Master of Land and Property Development (MLPD) Program at Texas A&M University. With over 30 years of experience in land acquisition, residential development, and consulting, Tim’s journey from a successful career in the real estate industry to shaping the next generation of developers is truly inspiring.
Tim shares his personal path, starting with his first steps in real estate during the challenging economic climate of the late 1980s. He recounts his transition from industry roles to academia, driven by a passion for giving back and preparing students with the skills that matter most. From infill development to master-planned communities, Tim’s experience informs his approach to teaching.
The conversation highlights the unique aspects of the MLPD program, which emphasizes practical, real-world education. Tim explains how the program combines rigorous coursework with hands-on learning, including reading construction plans, understanding contracts, and mastering finance. Whether online or in-person, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the entire real estate process, from inception to disposition.
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.