Kevin Maevers joins the podcast to talk about attainable housing, public engagement, and how developers can work with cities and communities to solve housing challenges.
The Power of Public Engagement in Land Development with Kevin Maevers
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Conversations In Land Development
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Recent Episodes
Industry News: AI Strains the Grid, Foreign Buyers Eye Texas, and Is QE Back?
In this bonus industry news episode, Ryan and Charles talk about growing energy demands from AI, how Texas is attracting foreign real estate investors, and whether the Fed is quietly shifting back to money printing.
Lessons from 47 Years in Development with Jay Knight
Jay Knight shares lessons from nearly five decades in homebuilding and development. He talks about family business, affordable housing, and what’s really holding back young developers today.
Industry News: HUD Whistleblower Line, Housing Imbalance, and AI Fallout
In this industry news episode, Ryan and Charles cover HUD’s new hotline for reporting illegal residents in public housing, the growing divide in home pricing trends across the U.S., and whether OpenAI’s infrastructure deals are financially sustainable.
The 100-Year Home Mindset with Jordan Smith
Jordan Smith joins Ryan to talk about how he left oil and gas to build homes designed to last 100 years. In this episode, they explore what it really takes to build homes the right way.
How to Lead a Custom Home Team with Bill Reiman
Bill Reiman, CEO of R.K. Reiman Construction joins Ryan to talk about how he’s helping grow his family’s custom home building company in Florida, by focusing on leadership, systems, and doing honest work.
Industry News: 50-Year Mortgages, Trump’s $2K Stimulus, and Killing Property Taxes
In this industry news episode, Ryan and Charles break down some hot government topics, including 50-year mortgages, potential new stimulus checks, property tax proposals, and the impact of political decisions on the housing market.
The Resident Experience Comes First with Lisa Cabral
Lisa Cabral from MBK Rental Living joins the show to talk about designing rental communities that feel personal, welcoming, and built for real people.
RV Parks, Manufactured Housing & The Future of Development with Dave Kotter
In this episode, Ryan chats with Dave Kotter, founder of Hybrid Debt Fund, about streamlining real estate lending, trends in multifamily, RV parks, and why small bay industrial is gaining attention.
Industry News: Fed Cuts Again, Beazer Rejects Downsizing, and Is Manufactured Housing the Fix?
In this episode, Ryan Glick and Charles Covey cover the Fed’s recent interest rate cut, Beazer Homes’ approach to affordability, and the role of manufactured housing in solving the housing crisis.
How Urban Renewal Makes Deals Pencil with Nick Larson
In this episode, Ryan sits down with Nick Larson, a real estate attorney and developer, to break down how urban renewal authorities (URAs) help smaller developers unlock hard-to-develop land.
The $3,000 Lot That Changed Everything with Ari Rastegar
In this episode, Ryan Glick talks with Ari Rastegar, founder of Rastegar Property Company, about how a $3,500 land deal during law school led to millions of square feet in real estate development. Ari shares lessons on zoning, land strategy, and why personal growth has been key to his success.
Industry News: Multifamily Distress, Mortgage Rate Reality Check, and Builder Sentiment Shift
In this episode, Ryan and Charles discuss rising distress in the multifamily housing market, the mortgage rate levels needed to restore affordability, and what recent builder sentiment numbers say about the near-term housing outlook.
Building Student Pathways Into Land Development with Jody Whitlock
In this episode, Ryan Glick talks with Jody Whitlock about her journey from urban planning student to future land developer. Jody shares what she’s learned through internships, school, and her role with Ladies in Land.
How Industrial Became the Right Fit with Jared Husmann
Jared Husmann shares why he chose industrial real estate, how mentorship shaped his career, and what developers often get wrong, and right, about building communities.
Industry News: Government Shutdown, Gen Z Buyers, and Rental Market Lawsuit
In this industry news episode, Ryan Glick and Charles Covey break down the housing impacts of the government shutdown, shifting generational trends in homeownership, and a lawsuit shaking up Zillow and Redfin.
How Hotel Deals Get Done with Stephen Wendell
Stephen Wendell shares how his team develops boutique hotels and mixed-use projects by building strong local partnerships and staying adaptable through economic changes.
The Fed, Trump, and the Housing Crisis with Peter Schiff
Peter Schiff returns to discuss inflation, housing, interest rates, and the future of the U.S. economy. This episode dives deep into what’s really driving economic policy, and who’s paying the price.
Empowering Women in Land Development with Erica Sinner
Erica Sinner, founder and CEO of Ladies in Land, joins Ryan to share how she turned a simple idea into a growing national organization focused on educating and supporting women in the land industry.
Industry News: Fed Signals Uncertainty, Demographic Shifts in Housing, and New Construction Updates
The Fed stays vague, homebuyer trends are shifting, and construction numbers continue to slide. In this industry news update, Ryan Glick and Charles Covey break down what it all means for builders and developers.