Industry News: Fed Awaits Clarity On Trump Policies, Texas Senate Taking Action On Housing, and Multifamily Opportunities - TLP067

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In this episode of The Land Development Podcast, Ryan Glick is joined by co-host Charles Covey to break down some of the biggest news shaping land development today. They kick things off with a look at the Federal Reserve’s current strategy. With Jerome Powell signaling patience on interest rate cuts, Ryan and Charles discuss how geopolitical factors, tariffs, and mixed economic data are keeping the Fed in wait-and-see mode. They explore how this uncertainty could impact the housing market, lending, and development projects in the months ahead.

Next, the conversation shifts to Texas, where the state legislature is pushing for major zoning reforms. Charles shares his insider take on Senate Bill 15, which would allow for smaller starter homes in new subdivisions across larger Texas cities. They cover what this means for affordability, home builders, and local government control. Charles also gives an update on other key housing bills moving through the session, including changes to plan approvals that could speed up development timelines.

In the third segment, they tackle recent reports suggesting the multi-family sector may offer some of the best buying opportunities in years. While demand is expected to rise as homeownership becomes less affordable, Charles points out that not all markets are created equal. They break down which areas are stabilizing, which are still at risk, and why investors need to stay cautious when underwriting deals.

Before wrapping up, Ryan reminds listeners to follow The Land Development Podcast on its newly launched social media pages. They also celebrate the show’s rise to the top of search results on Spotify and Apple Podcasts—thanks to listener support. 

All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page: https://letsgroov.com/podcast/industry-news-fed-awaits-clarity-on-trump-policies-texas-senate-taking-action-on-housing-and-multifamily-opportunities.