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Multifamily Podcast

    Podcast | May 19, 2022

    2022 Ivory Prize for Housing Affordability

    This years finalists provide unique but scalable approaches to address housing affordability.

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  • Podcast | March 23, 2022

    America's Rental Housing Report 2022

    The America's Rental Housing Report is published every two years by the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University. More

    Podcast with Alex Hermann
  • Podcast | February 22, 2022

    Indian Areas with Travois and RBC

    68,000 new affordable units must be constructed on Tribal lands to eliminate overcrowding, replace inadequate units and address the current housing need. More

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  • Podcast | January 26, 2022

    Landlord and Tenant Relations with Shamus Roller

    Our latest podcast gets to the core of landlord and tenant obligations in housing law. It's a nuanced story that's different all over the country, and one that continues to evolve. More

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  • Podcast | January 11, 2022

    2022 Multifamily Outlook with Sara Hoffmann

    In this episode, hosts Corey and Steve welcome back Sara Hoffmann to discuss the recently released 2022 Multifamily Outlook research report. More

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  • Podcast | December 30, 2021

    Our New Favorite Number

    In this episode, Steve and Corey take a look back at a few of their favorite episodes from 2021, celebrate our 50,000 listens milestone and give a special shout out to some of our most loyal listeners. More

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  • Podcast | December 13, 2021

    Zoning and Planning with Leila Banijamali

    New technologies are helping to demystify zoning and land-use regulations in California. More

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  • Podcast | November 10, 2021

    Millennial Housing Patterns with Hyojung Lee

    What's happening with millennial housing patterns and are they really all that different from other generations? More

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  • Podcast | October 20, 2021

    Philanthropy in Affordable Housing with Eileen Fitzgerald

    While it may not always be obvious, philanthropic efforts play a major part in affordable housing. Let's hear how. More

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  • Podcast | September 28, 2021

    Housing Choice Vouchers with Eva Rosen

    Housing vouchers are a cornerstone of U.S. federal housing policy, offering aid to more than two million households around the country. More

  • Podcast | September 15, 2021

    Pandemic Housing Shifts with Sam Khater

    In this episode, Freddie Mac Chief Economist Sam Khater is back to talk about macro and microeconomic trends in the housing market and some of the implications for rental housing. More

    Sam Khater, Pandemic Housing Shifts
  • Podcast | August 18, 2021

    Racial and Housing Inequalities with Jacob Faber

    Redlining and decades-old housing policies have limited upward mobility and created housing inequalities for many communities. More

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  • Podcast | July 30, 2021

    2021 Midyear Outlook with Sara Hoffmann

    2021 is shaping up to be a solid year for the economy and multifamily housing market. More

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  • Podcast | June 23, 2021

    Tax Credit Programs with Michael Novogradac

    Learn more about how national tax credit programs are having a notable impact on community development. More

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  • Podcast | June 11, 2021

    Rental Markets Around the World with Jenny Schuetz

    How do rental markets differ around the globe? More

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  • Podcast | May 26, 2021

    Delve Development Tool with Sidewalk Labs

    In the midst of a severe affordable housing shortage, every unit counts. Learn how this company, Sidewalk Labs, is innovating to make a difference in multifamily developments. More

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  • Podcast | May 18, 2021

    2021 Ivory Prize with Kent Colton

    Learn about housing affordability innovations and grassroot initiatives from this year's Ivory Prize finalists. More

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  • Podcast | May 5, 2021

    Rental Assistance and the Affordability Gap with NLIHC

    No state has an adequate supply of affordable rental housing for the lowest income renters. More

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  • Podcast | April 7, 2021

    Thai Town with Chancee Martorell

    In this episode, Corey and Steve talk with Chancee Martorell, the founder and executive director of Los Angeles' Thai Community Development Center. More

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  • Podcast | March 24, 2021

    The Psychological Moment with Chris Herbert

    How are changing housing preferences, lifestyles, diversity and the pandemic affecting rental markets? More

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  • Podcast | March 10, 2021

    Real Estate Trends with Jeff Berenbaum

    What are the lingering impacts of 2020 for housing, apartments and the broader commercial real estate market? More

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  • Podcast | February 18, 2021

    Mobility and Opportunity with David Williams

    Location matters. This episode looks at the relationship between opportunity, economic mobility and equitable development. More

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  • Podcast | February 3, 2021

    Demystifying Real Estate with Cedric Bobo

    Many high-school students can't see a pathway to becoming real estate owners, investors and developers in their own neighborhoods. More

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  • Podcast | January 20, 2021

    Do-It-Yourself Landlords with Ryan Coon

    DIY landlords manage nearly half of all rental units, however they have limited access to tools and resources to manage their rental properties. More

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  • Podcast | January 7, 2021

    Main Streets with Dr. Mindy Fullilove

    In this episode, we take a virtual walk down Main Street and look at why they're so important to communities, why they may be at risk and what can be done about it. More

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  • Podcast | December 31, 2020

    2020... That's a Wrap!

    Steve and Corey look back at 2020 and note a few of their favorite things including books, music, TV and movies, as well as podcasts. More

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  • Podcast | December 15, 2020

    Farmworker Housing in Central Washington

    Farmworkers are a small portion of the housing market. Their complex housing needs highlight both seasonal and regional affordability issues for rental housing. More

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  • Podcast | December 15, 2020

    Community Impact with Carlton Eley

    Farmworkers are a small portion of the housing market. Their complex housing needs highlight both seasonal and regional affordability issues for rental housing. More

    Community Impact, Carlton Eley
  • Podcast | December 7, 2020

    Renter Affordability with Kevin Burke

    Renter affordability remains a curious topic in the face of the pandemic. More

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  • Podcast | November 13, 2020

    Consumer Sentiment with John Shipala and Elizabeth Moesle-Walton

    Understanding consumer sentiment, in the midst of a pandemic, is a challenge. More

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  • Podcast | October 28, 2020

    Supportive Housing with Debbie Burkart and Cristian Ahumada

    Permanent supportive housing combines affordable housing assistance with voluntary support services to address the needs of chronically homeless people. More

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  • Podcast | October 12, 2020

    Community Development with Ron Moelis

    Learn more about how mixed-income and mixed-use housing helps to create vibrant communities. More

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  • Podcast | August 7, 2020

    Multifamily Outlook with Sara Hoffmann

    The first half of 2020 is essentially the tale of two economies. The unprecedented nature of this crisis will impact the housing market, but to what extent is still unknown. More

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  • Podcast | July 30, 2020

    Affordability Strategies with Jenny Schuetz

    Learn more about strategies for increasing affordable housing amid the COVID-19 economic crisis. More

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  • Podcast | July 8, 2020

    Housing Recovery with Emily Hamilton

    Recent zoning changes in Minneapolis and Oregon are furthering the conversation about how to tackle housing affordability. More

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  • Podcast | June 17, 2020

    Affordability Challenges with Carol Galante

    Addressing the affordability crisis will require innovations that extend beyond just building more inventory. More

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  • Podcast | June 3, 2020

    Strong Foundations with Katherine McKay

    Everyone benefits when families have affordable, stable housing. More

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  • Podcast | May 14, 2020

    The New Green Bond Impact Report

    Our green initiatives support workforce housing, contribute to building sustainable communities and encourage positive social and environmental practices. More

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  • Podcast | May 8, 2020

    Housing Development with Mike Kingsella

    Solving the housing shortage involves understanding complex, local housing policies and how they affect supply. More

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  • Podcast | April 16, 2020

    Ivory Prize Winners with Kent Colton

    Learn about some of the innovations and grassroots initiatives from this year's Ivory Prize winners. More

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  • Podcast | April 9, 2020

    Small Multifamily Properties with Andrew Jakabovics

    Small properties are a critical source of affordable multifamily rentals. More

    Small Multifamily Properties
  • Podcast | April 1, 2020

    10,000 listens… and counting!

    As a way of saying thank you to our listeners, we want to share some of our fun moments that didn't make the cut. More

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  • Podcast | March 31, 2020

    Social Impact Investing with Bobby Turner

    Education, health care and community stability and are a driving force for social impact investing. More

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  • Podcast | March 11, 2020

    Workforce Housing Preservation with Brad Andrus

    Live from the Optigo 2019 conference! Learn how Bridge Investment Group helps acquire, operate and preserve affordability in high-need markets. More

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  • Podcast | March 2, 2020

    Rental Trends with Whitney Airgood-Obrycki

    Vacancy rates continue to be low and the cost to rent is on the rise. So how do these factors contribute to rental demand? More

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  • Podcast | January 31, 2020

    Macro Trends with Sam Khater

    Real estate prices impact the average renter and homeowner, whether they realize it or not. More

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  • Podcast | January 22, 2020

    Multifamily Fundamentals with Jamie Woodwell

    Low mortgage rates, strong property price appreciation and a larger multifamily debt market. Will we see more of the same in 2020? More

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  • Podcast | January 8, 2020

    Changing Demographics with Jung Choi

    Children living with their parents and parents living with their children. Two different ends of the housing spectrum, but both trends are greatly affecting homeownership across the country. More

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  • Podcast | December 26, 2019

    Multifamily Trends with Chris Herbert

    Is housing affordability a supply problem or an income distribution problem? More

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  • Podcast | December 6, 2019

    Legal Perspectives with Toger Swanson

    Live from Optigo 2019! Toger Swanson from Kutak Rock LLP joins Steve and Corey to discuss affordability challenges and emerging trends in the multifamily market. More

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  • Podcast | November 14, 2019

    The Ivory Prize with Kent Colton

    There is a lot happening at the grassroots level to address housing affordability that many people don't know about. The Ivory Prize helps to raise awareness and supports these innovations. More

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  • Podcast | October 29, 2019

    Tax Credits with Michael Novogradac

    Learn about the history of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program – from its inception to today – and the role it has played in the affordable housing market. More

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  • Podcast | October 22, 2019

    Oregon Affordable Housing with Margaret Salazar

    Rural and urban challenges, homelessness, veterans and workforce housing development – Oregon has an ambitious statewide housing plan to address these and other affordable housing issues. More

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  • Podcast | October 18, 2019

    Small Balance Loans with Catherine Evans and Meg McElgunn

    In just five years, the SBL program has funded more than 10,000 loans, totaling over $25 billion in volume. So what is the impact on local communities? More

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  • Podcast | October 11, 2019

    Out of Reach Report with Andrew Aurand

    For many low-wage workers, rental housing is often too expensive. So why can't everyday people afford affordable housing? More

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  • Podcast | September 26, 2019

    California Community Development with Mary Kaiser

    40 million residents, rural and urban landscapes, and homelessness. Just a few of the factors in California's affordability crisis. More

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  • Podcast | September 18, 2019

    Diminishing Affordability with Kevin Burke

    A lot of people think about rental affordability as a big city issue. So what is the correlation between population growth and affordability? More

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  • Podcast | September 4, 2019

    Natural Disasters with Gina Thompson

    What are the impacts of natural disasters on the multifamily housing market? More

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  • Podcast | August 21, 2019

    Construction and Development with Andrea Ponsor and Adam Cohen

    How can innovative construction methods such as modular and manufactured housing help close the supply gap? More

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  • Podcast | August 8, 2019

    Housing Supply Shortage with Mike Kingsella

    How does the overall shortage of housing supply contribute to the affordability crisis? More

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  • Podcast | July 24, 2019

    Public Housing with Keely Stater and Kelly McElwain

    How does Public Housing relate to educational outcomes, health partnerships and employment trends? More

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  • Podcast | July 10, 2019

    Minnesota Affordable Housing with Warren Hanson

    Minnesota has been at the forefront in trying to get ahead of the affordability challenge. More

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  • Podcast | June 26, 2019

    Opportunity Zones – What's Next?

    Can tax relief incent individuals and investors to benefit unrelated communities? More

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  • Podcast | June 14, 2019

    Preserving Public Housing through RAD

    Listen in as hosts Steve Guggenmos and Corey Aber discuss RAD with Tom Davis, Director of the Office of Recapitalization Program at HUD. More

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  • Podcast | May 22, 2019

    How Do We Close the Gap?

    Listen in as hosts Steve Guggenmos and Corey Aber address rental affordability with Andrew Aurand, vice president for research at NLIHC. More

    Podcast Urban Areas
  • Podcast | May 8, 2019

    Tenant Protections in Manufactured Housing Communities

    Listen in as Steve and Corey discuss the challenges to fully implementing tenant protections in Manufactured Housing Communities. More

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  • Podcast | April 24, 2019

    Green Improvements in Workforce Housing

    Listen in as hosts Steve Guggenmos and Corey Aber discuss our Green Advantage® program and provide insights into cost-effective green practices for workforce housing. More

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January 7, 2022

2022 Multifamily Outlook

The economic and multifamily recovery is expected to continue through 2022, although COVID-19 could cause fresh waves of economic uncertainty.

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This new podcast series brings together our Multifamily experts and business partners to discuss how our efforts are furthering our mission.

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