Real Estate Red Zone

Podcast 115: I Heart Apartments

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Research Economist Dr. Harold Hunt returns to talk about why the apartment market is booming. Also, we bring you the latest news out of Coppell, Katy and Lubbock.

Podcast 114: All Eyes on Amarillo

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Amarillo's housing market gets national attention. Meanwhile, everything old is new again in Galveston. These stories, plus the latest news out of Houston, the Valley, Laredo, Corpus Christi, Odessa and Denton.

Podcast 113: Dialing Down Debt

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Center Research Analyst Gerald Klassen talks about what's at stake if Americans don't pay off their personal debt. Also, the latest real estate news out of Houston, Dallas, Colleyville, Lubbock and Abilene.

Podcast 112: The Trouble with Troubled Assets

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Research Economist Dr. Harold Hunt is on hand to talk about his latest Tierra Grande article, "The Trouble with Troubled Assets." We'll also bring you the latest real estate news out of Addison, Midland, Galveston, Temple and Dallas.

Podcast 111: Enclave, Enterprise and a Medical Center Expansion

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:00:00 GMT

This week's news includes stories from Houston, Katy, Webster, San Antonio, Dallas, Irving and Amarillo.

Podcast 110: Texas' Foreign Relations

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Three Texas cities are among the top U.S. cities favored by foreign real estate investors. Find out more, plus hear the latest real estate news out of Houston, Dallas, Killeen, Georgetown and the Coastal Bend.

Podcast 109: 2012 Economic Forecast

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Center Chief Economist Dr. Mark Dotzour takes a look at what will likely happen with the U.S. economy in 2012. Also, Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news out of Houston, Fort Worth, Texas City, Victoria and Fort Hood.

Podcast 108: Money for Nothing

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:00:00 GMT

What happens when other countries start manipulating the value of their currency? REC Chief Economist Dr. Mark Dotzour explains. Also, the latest real estate news from Houston, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, Galveston, Allen, Beaumont and Lubbock.

Podcast 107: Pointe West, Storage Wars and Much More

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:00:00 GMT

After a tribute to the men and women serving at Pearl Harbor 70 years ago today, Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news out of Galveston, Houston, Dallas, Austin, McAllen, Taylor, Midland and New Braunfels.

Podcast 106: Real Estate News Cornucopia

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Get your fill of turkey over Thanksgiving? Then get ready to feast on the latest real estate news from El Paso, Tomball, North Texas, San Antonio, San Marcos, Leander and Houston.

Podcast 105: Hit the Brakes!

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Bryan Pope and Edie Craig bring you the latest developments on Austin's Formula One racetrack, plus news from Victoria, Tyler, Rockwall, Abilene and Houston.

Podcast 104: Thanking Our Veterans

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 15:00:00 GMT

It's two days before Veterans Day, so Bryan Pope and Edie Craig thank the millions of men and women who have served in the U.S. armed forces. Also, Research Economist Dr. Harold Hunt offers highlights from this week's Texas Economic Recovery conference in Austin, and Bryan and Edie cover the latest real estate news out of Kyle, Odessa, Tyler, Belton, DFW, Houston and San Benito.

Podcast 103: Nothing But News

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 15:00:00 GMT

It's business as usual with the week's RECON Recap and Small Towns, Big Deals. Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news out of DFW, Houston, Early, Palestine, Hallsville, Pharr and Lockhart.

Podcast 102: They're Creepy, and They're Kooky

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Just in time for Halloween, we present tales of terror from the real estate industry, courtesy of RECON readers and other friends of the Real Estate Center.

Podcast 101: Texas Land Issues, with Dr. Joe Outlaw

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Research Economist Dr. Charlie Gilliland talks to Dr. Joe Outlaw with Texas A&M University's Department of Agricultural Economics about issues affecting Texas landowners. Topics include financial effects of the drought, proposed land legislation and whether there's currently a bubble in cropland prices.

Podcast 100: Red Zone's Milestone

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Chief Economist Dr. Mark Dotzour talks about what he thinks is needed to improve the economy. Bryan Pope and Edie Craig share the Magic in Galveston, answer nature's call in The Valley, and go to Alice, where the Eagle has landed. These stories and much more.

Podcast 99: Land Lots of Land

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Research Economist Dr. Charlie Gilliland gives an update on how Texas land markets are faring. Also, Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover real estate news out of Port Arthur, El Paso, Terrell, Temple, Houston and Corpus Christi.

Podcast 98: Wildfires and Texas Land Values

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 15:00:00 GMT

How could Texas land values be affected by the wildfires? Real Estate Center Research Economist Dr. Charlie Gilliland offers his perspective. Also, Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest Texas real estate news, including stories out of Athens, Mansfield, Midland, West Orange, Terrell, Houston and Austin.

Podcast 97: Texas On Top

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 15:00:00 GMT

This week, we travel all over the state covering real estate news, from Beaumont to Fort Bliss, with stops along the way in San Marcos and Waco. We also share some good news about the state's business climate and economy, and we talk about how Christmas came to the TSU System.

Podcast 96: Texas' Can-Do Attitude

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 15:00:00 GMT

This week, Bryan Pope and Edie Craig talk about the Texas Realtors convention and trade show, proposed increases in State Farm rates, new state laws affecting licensees, and news from Von Ormy, Corpus Christi, Midland and Abilene.

Podcast 95: Texas Wildfire and Tips for Homeowners

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Family Economics Specialist Dr. Joyce Cavanagh with Texas AgriLife Extension talks about things wildfire evacuees should consider when returning to their homes and when dealing with insurance companies afterward. Also, Bryan Pope covers Texas real estate news from the past week.

Podcast 94: Land Condemnation Changes: What Landowners Need to Know

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 15:00:00 GMT

A new Texas statute changing the procedure for condemning land takes effect today. Center attorney Judon Fambrough talks about what those changes mean to landowners. Former Center director Dr. Rick Floyd talks about a new scholarship endowment honoring the man behind the Center's Ad Valorem Tax conference. All this plus the latest Texas real estate news.

Podcast 93: Real Estate News Smorgasbord

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 15:00:00 GMT

This week, Bryan Pope and Edie Craig serve up a wide range of Texas real estate news, including stories from Brownsville, Rock Port, College Station and Angelina County. They also talk about potential changes in state windstorm insurance rates, how to protect your trees and shrubs during the drought, and how to win a Kindle from the Real Estate Center.

Podcast 92: U.S. Credit Downgrade: What It Means

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Research Economist Dr. Jim Gaines talks about what S&P's downgrading of the U.S. credit rating means to Americans. Also, Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news out of Lubbock, Midland, Amarillo, Odessa, El Paso, Round Rock, Dallas, Houston and Galveston.

Podcast 91: Back to School

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Dr. Mark Dotzour shares his insights on distressed assets, and Metrostudy's David Jarvis talks about the effect of recent demographic trends on real estate in the Houston area. Also, just in time for the start of another school year, Edie Craig covers education-related real estate news from UT Dallas, Marshall ETBU, the University of North Texas and Spring ISD.

Podcast 90: Practical Magic

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Bryan Pope and Kory Merten (filling in for Edie Craig) cover former basketball star Magic Johnson's recent apartment complex purchases, as well as other news out of San Angelo, Midland, Brownsville, Victoria, El Paso, Dallas and San Antonio.

Podcast 89: Wind Power, Walmart and e-Weaders

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Bryan Pope and Edie Craig talk about a new way to read one of the Center's most popular publications. Also, they cover the latest real estate news out of Houston, Austin, Amarillo, Waco and Longview.

Podcast 88: Real Estate News to Die For

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Bryan Pope reviews a real estate related murder mystery novel, but there's nothing criminal about the news he and Edie Craig unearth in Missouri City, Odessa, Temple, Austin, El Paso, DFW, Whitehouse and San Marcos.

Podcast 87: LEGO My Red Zone

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 15:00:00 GMT

LEGO Yoda interrupts today's show, but not before Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news out of The Colony, Grand Prairie, Waco, Franklin, Kennedale, Dallas, Austin and Houston.

Podcast 86: Red, White and News

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Research Economist Dr. Harold Hunt talks about Houston's commercial real estate market and general economy. Also, Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest news out of DFW, Fort Bliss, Wichita Falls, Georgetown, Wylie and McAllen.

Podcast 85: Trivia, News and High-Tech Tools

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Bryan Pope and Edie Craig talk about new state symbols adopted by the Texas legislature, tools for real estate agents, and the latest news from Denton, Laredo, Weatherford, College Station, South Texas, Dallas and Houston.

Podcast 84: Rio Can Can

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 15:00:00 GMT

What did investors and leading economists and financial leaders have to say at last week's Real Estate Opportunity and Private Investing Forum in New York? Chief Economist Dr. Mark Dotzour is here to tell you. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news from around the state.

Podcast 83: Don't Know Much About History

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Long-time Real Estate Center Senior Editor David Jones shares some of the more entertaining stories he's learned while researching the Center's history for a forthcoming book. Also, host Bryan Pope covers stories from the latest issues of RECON.

Podcast 82: I Wanna Be a Cowboy . . . Or At Least Own His House

Thu, 26 May 2011 15:00:00 GMT

This week, Bryan Pope and Edie Craig start a collection to buy Troy Aikman's Highland Park mansion. They also cover the latest news out of Houston, DFW, San Antonio, Baytown, Flower Mound, Frisco, Weslaco, Alice, Lufkin, Victoria and Wharton.

Podcast 81: Lordy, Lordy, Look Who's 40

Wed, 18 May 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Bryan Pope and Edie Craig celebrate a milestone in the life of the Real Estate Center. They also share the latest real estate news from Abilene, Bellmead, Harker Heights, Houston and Victoria.

Podcast 80: Rock Rock the House

Wed, 11 May 2011 15:00:00 GMT

On today's show, news from Houston, San Antonio, Austin, Murphy, Addison, Robstown and Cibolo. Also, true confessions, the best cities in Texas for bachelors, and one real estate agent's "novel" idea.

Podcast 79: A Mother Lode of Real Estate Info

Wed, 04 May 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Bryan Pope and Edie Craig gear up for Mother's Day with a mother lode of real estate news from Austin, Amarillo, Tyler and El Paso. Also, Dr. Mark Dotzour stops by to talk about the impact of "extend and pretend" policies on commercial real estate investment.

Podcast 78: Housing's New Reality

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Home prices haven't finished their descent, credit is harder to get, and renting may become the new owning. Research Economist Dr. Jim Gaines discusses these issues on today's program. Also, Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news out of Houston, San Antonio, DFW, Edinburg, McAllen, San Angelo and Westlake.

Podcast 77: Nothing Easy About Easements

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Land buyers who fail to pay close attention to access easements may learn what "you can't get there from here" really means. On today's show, Real Estate Center attorney Judon Fambrough talks about what land buyers need to know. Also, Bryan Pope and Edie Craig talk about cool mobile apps for real estate professionals, and they cover the latest real estate news from around the state.

Podcast 76: Border Business

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Research Economist Dr. Harold Hunt writes about El Paso in this month's issue of Tierra Grande magazine. He visits the Red Zone today to talk about why. Also, Bryan Pope and Edie Craig bring you some of the latest real estate news out of Denton, Harker Heights, Lubbock, Boerne and Houston.

Podcast 75: Caterpillars, Cowboys and ArthroCare Corp.

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover medical device maker ArthroCare Corp.'s big Austin plans, plus the latest happenings in North Texas, San Antonio, Bryan-College Station, Texarkana, San Angelo, Victoria, Laredo and Decatur. And they give a little shout out to the Lady Aggies' basketball team on their national championship win.

Podcast 74: The Latest Buzz

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Spring is here, and Edie Craig is all a-buzz about the latest real estate news from Beeville, Fort Bliss, Brenham, Martin County, Tyler and Wichita Falls. Meanwhile, Bryan Pope talks about McAllen's clean sweep, a large land acquisition in Pflugerville's Blackhawk community and Nationwide's new operations center in San Antonio.

Podcast 73: To the Moon

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 15:00:00 GMT

On this week's show, Bryan Pope and Edie Craig talk about property tax exemptions for disabled veterans, Fossil's new HQ, and League City's future plans. They also cover the latest news out of Fredericksburg, McGregor, Carl's Corner, Harlingen, Abilene and Corinth.

Podcast 72: The Good, The Bad, The Economy

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Home prices are down, gas prices are up, and people are out of work. When it comes to the economy, Americans have good reason to be anxious. At a national convention last week, leading economists shared their perspectives on the nation's economic health and what it will take to revive it. Center Chief Economist Dr. Mark Dotzour was there, and he talks about what they had to say.

Podcast 71: Small Towns, Big Growth

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Small towns are becoming a big deal, according to the latest Census data. Edie Craig tells you all about it. And Bryan Pope shares important announcements from the Galveston Housing Authority, the U.S. Department of Labor and the Appraisal Foundation. All this plus news from Houston, Waxahachie, Weslaco, Stephenville, Tyler, Edinburg and Laredo.

Podcast 70: Bucking the Buckeye State

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Texas Independence Day isn't the only reason to celebrate on this week's Red Zone. Site Selection magazine has awarded the Lone Star State the 2010 Governor's Cup for having the most new and expanded corporate facilities. Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover this story along with the latest news out of Houston, San Antonio, Lubbock, Fort Worth, Midland, Odessa, Belton, Henderson, San Angelo, Cedar Park and Laredo.

Podcast 69: Accolades, Walmarts and a Gold Rush to Boot

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Walmart's increased presence in Dallas. New MLS data. New TREC committee appointments. Budget cuts and BRAC projects. Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover these stories along with the latest real estate news from Austin, Texas City-La Marque, El Paso, Ector County and Seguin. All this plus a special birthday wish for Ebby Halliday.

Podcast 68: Texas, From the Bottom Up

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Bryan Pope and Edie Craig travel from Brownsville to Amarillo covering the latest real estate news. On the way, they stop in Harlingen, Beeville, Austin, Houston, San Angelo, Abilene and DFW. Also, Bryan chats with Omar Lopez, former Center student worker and official voice of the Center's English/Spanish Real Estate Glossary.

Podcast 67: Red Zone Winter Roundup

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news out of Dallas, Houston, Austin, Lubbock, Amarillo, Grapevine, Bastrop, College Station-Bryan and New Braunfels.

Podcast 66: Fossils, Floats and Other Taxing Issues

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Real Estate Center Research Economist Dr. Charles Gilliland talks about how taxes in Texas measure up to those in other states. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news out of Houston, DFW, Kemah, Marble Falls, Richardson and Corpus Christi.

Podcast 65: IBS 2011 Wrapup

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Host Bryan Pope reports on his findings from the 2011 International Builders' Show in Orlando. Also, he and cohost Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news from Houston, Tomball, Magnolia, Missouri City, Lubbock, Lacy Lakeview and Edinburg.

Podcast 64: Taxing Issues

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 15:00:00 GMT

The IRS has changed tax reporting requirements real estate professionals may have to follow. Texas Association of Realtors' Marty Kramer and Kinski Leuffer talk about those. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Kory Merten cover real estate news from Corpus Christi, Victoria, McAllen, Denton, Arlington, Horseshoe Bay, El Paso and Katy.

Podcast 63: A Little Good News

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 15:00:00 GMT

Bryan Pope and Edie Craig ring in the new year with some positive news about the Texas economy. They also cover the latest real estate happenings out of Houston, North Texas, El Paso, Temple, College Station, Cisco and the Valley.

Podcast 62: Mold School

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the week's top real estate stories and talk to Dr. Mani Skaria about his series of online workshops designed to help homeowners reduce the amount of mold and allergens in their homes.

Podcast 61: Mansfield, Monahans and More CRE

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Real Estate Center Chief Economist Dr. Mark Dotzour and Research Analyst Gerald Klassen explore reasons behind the current lack of commercial real estate transactions. Hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news out of Mansfield, Monahans, Sherman, El Paso, Amarillo, Belton, Waco and the major metros.

Podcast 60: Como Se Dice 'Red Zone'?

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest news from the Real Estate Center, including the new online version of the Center's popular English-Spanish Real Estate Glossary. They also talk about real estate happenings in Weslaco, Kyle, Burleson, Port Arthur, San Benito, Waco, Plano, Farmers Branch, Clear Lake and Galveston.

Podcast 59: Beyond a Shadow of a Doubt

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 15:00:00 GMT

CoreLogic's recent study of "shadow" home inventories provides further evidence of Texas' relatively strong housing market. Research Economist Dr. Jim Gaines talks about what the study reveals. Also, Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news out of Austin, DFW, San Antonio, Houston, Orange, Fort Hood, Pelican Island, Abilene, Manor and Denton and Tarrant Counties.

Podcast 58: Commercial Real Estate Outlook

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Real Estate Center Chief Economist Dr. Mark Dotzour and Center Research Analyst Gerald Klassen talk about the state of commercial real estate markets. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig travel around Texas covering the latest real estate news. Destinations include Houston, Galveston, Reagan County, Denton, Levelland, Copperas Cove, San Marcos, Huntsville, Mansfield and Kendleton.

Podcast 57: Soiled Again

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Texas state soil scientist Dennis Williamson talks about the completion of the Natural Resources Conservation Services' statewide soil survey and what it means to Texans. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news out of Houston, DFW, San Antonio, Austin, Waco, Bryan, Odessa, Sachse, Rowlett and Karnes County.

Podcast 56: Up, Up and Away

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 15:00:00 GMT

New use for Amarillo's old helium plant. Abilene's $10 million Senior Village. Hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover these stories plus the latest real estate news from El Paso, Kilgore, Denison, Saginaw, Houston and DFW. As a bonus, Edie takes on the Oak Ridge Boys classic "Elvira."

Podcast 55: The Best Little Horror Real Estate Podcast in Texas

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Bryan Pope and Edie Craig celebrate Halloween with the "scariest" real estate stories submitted by RECON readers. They also cover the latest news out of Palo Pinto County, San Angelo, Levelland, Boerne, Arlington, Laredo and Texas' largest metros.

Podcast 54: Foreclosure Moratorium: Gaines' Take

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Hear what Research Economist Dr. Jim Gaines says about how the foreclosure moratorium began and the ramifications it could have on homeowners and investors in Texas and nationally. Also get the latest real estate news from Weslaco, San Benito, McKinney and Texas' major metros.

Podcast 53: Deflation, Appreciation and a Construction Sensation

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news from Houston, San Antonio, North Texas, Huntsville, Corpus Christi and Buda. Also, Pope covers some of the high points from last week's Retailing Summit in Dallas.

Podcast 52: Multifamily Market Mash

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 15:00:00 GMT

ALN Apartment Data President Wayne Williams talks about how multifamily markets are faring in Texas. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig visit San Antonio, Houston, Austin, Lubbock, Midland County, Weatherford, Sherman, Kingsville and Texarkana looking for the state's biggest real estate news.

Podcast 51: Let Them Eat Cake!

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 15:00:00 GMT

The Real Estate Red Zone celebrates its one-year anniversary, but it's business as usual for Bryan Pope and Edie Craig. This week, they cover the latest news out of Houston, San Antonio, the DFW area, El Paso and San Angelo.

Podcast 50: A Most App-ropriate Podcast

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 15:00:00 GMT

The Woodlands Realtor Amy Smythe-Harris shares tips on choosing which smart phone apps will help you most in your business. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest news from Houston, Dallas, Tyler, Fort Hood, Midlothian, Cleburne, Galveston, La Porte and Bellville.

Podcast 49: Galveston, Oh Galveston

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig talked across Texas at the 2010 Texas Association of Realtors convention in Galveston. Hear what Realtors had to say about economic conditions in Pampa, El Paso, Brownsville, Lufkin, Corpus Christi, San Angelo, San Antonio, Fort Worth, Houston . . . and that's just the beginning.

Podcast 48: HOA Dues, Foreclosure and You

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Real Estate Center Attorney Judon Fambrough talks about the legality of homeowners losing their homes because of failure to pay homeowner association dues. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news from Houston, DFW, Waco, Texarkana, Amarillo, Central Texas and Greenville.

Podcast 47: Hard Labor in the Red Zone

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Labor Day may be just around the corner, but that doesn't stop hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig from working hard to bring you the latest news affecting Texas real estate markets. This week, they travel to Houston, San Antonio, College Station, Uvalde, Pinehurst (Orange County), San Angelo, Killeen, San Marcos and Wichita Falls.

Podcast 46: Housing Market Past, Present and Future

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Research Economist Dr. Jim Gaines talks about why the latest year-over-year home sales figures don't paint a complete picture of how the housing market is faring. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover real estate news from Waco, Irving, Leander, Hutto, San Angelo, the Valley, Houston, San Antonio and West Texas.

Podcast 45: Show Me the Money!

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Texas is currently holding more than $2 billion in unclaimed property, including cash. Could some of it belong to your community? Edie Craig tells you how to find out. Also, Craig and cohost Bryan Pope cover the latest real estate news from Austin, Houston, San Antonio, DFW, Victoria, Waco, El Paso, South Padre and Abilene.

Podcast 44: From Inflation to Deflation

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Real Estate Center Research Analyst Gerald Klassen talks about what has happened to the U.S. economy during the past few months and where he thinks it's headed. Also, cohosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig travel to San Antonio, Dallas, Austin, Longview, Wichita Falls, Corpus Christi, Abernathy, Goldthwaite and Brownsville covering the latest real estate news.

Podcast 43: School Daze in the Red Zone

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Real Estate Center Director Gary Maler talks about the Center's future research plans. Also, with school bells set to ring in just a few weeks, hosts Bryan Pope and Kory Merten cover the latest education-related real estate news in Round Rock, San Angelo, Killeen, El Paso and Odessa.

Podcast 42: Alamo, Arabella and One Red Raider

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest in Texas real estate stories, including Dallas property taxes, how Central Texas is LEEDing the way, and a new senior housing project in Katy. They also visit Victoria, San Marcos, Commerce, Navasota, Ennis, Edinburg and Austin.

Podcast 41: Around the State in 20 Minutes

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news from Houston, Austin, San Antonio, North Texas, the Panhandle, Longview, Texarkana and El Paso.

Podcast 40: Oil, Hurricanes and Hooks

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Corpus Christi Mayor Joe Adame talks about challenges the city faces because of the oil spill and hurricane season. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Kory Merten cover the latest real estate news from Houston, San Antonio, Irving, Fort Bliss, Canyon, Tyler, Laredo, Marble Falls and College Station.

Podcast 39: Horseplay, Tierra Grande Sneak Peek

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Find out what's in store in the July 2010 issue of Tierra Grande magazine. Also, get the latest real estate news coming out of Houston, Austin, Corpus Christi, North Texas, Amarillo and Fort Hood.

Podcast 38: Fireworks in the Red Zone

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 15:00:00 GMT

It's the Fourth of July in the Red Zone...a few days early. Hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest news coming out of Austin, Dallas, Galveston, Port Arthur, Fort Hood, Longview and Victoria. Also, RECON intern Michael Sorenson talks with Austin Community College Executive Vice President Ben Ferrell about ACC's recent land acquisitions.

Podcast 37: Follow the Leader

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Texas is leading the country out of the Great Recession and in population growth. Learn more about these stories and hear what Dr. Jim Gaines has to say about what's in store for the state's housing market. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest news out of Houston, San Antonio, North Texas, Brownwood, Montgomery and the Coastal Bend.

Podcast 36: Who You Gonna Call?

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 15:00:00 GMT

On this week's episode, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig go ghost-hunting in an historic Brownsville building, get teed off in Boerne, shop in La Vernia and fly high in Hondo. They also cover the latest news out of Laredo, Waco, Lake Jackson, Houston, Austin and Dallas. Finally, hear what Research Economist Dr. Charles Gilliland had to say about rural land sales in a recent interview with Bill McLean of the Texas Department of Agriculture.

Podcast 35: Green House Rules

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Tierra Grande was named one of the nation's top commercial real estate magazines last week by the National Association of Real Estate Editors. Hear all about it, and listen to what else host Bryan Pope had to say about the organization's annual conference in Austin. Also, Edie Craig talks small towns and big deals with the latest real estate news from Gregory, San Benito, Texarkana, San Angelo, College Station and the Panhandle.

Podcast 34: Squeaky Clean in Abilene

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig celebrate the arrival of the Real Estate Center's 2010 Market Reports. Also, Pope talks about this week's National Association of Real Estate Editors conference in Austin. Afterward, Craig talks small towns and big deals with the latest real estate news from Presidio, Abilene and Bay City.

Podcast 33: Batten Down the Hatches!

Wed, 26 May 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig welcome new RECON intern Michael Sorenson to the show and talk about the start of hurricane season, a Forbes feature on Houston and Memorial Day. Craig also talks about the latest real estate news from Tyler, Corpus Christi, Canyon, Roanoke and Brenham.

Podcast 32: News Tour de Texas

Wed, 19 May 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig take you on a quick tour of the latest real estate news from the big Texas metros as well as Paris, Odessa, Waco, Midlothian, South Padre Island and Boerne.

Podcast 31: To Market, To Market

Wed, 12 May 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Taqi Rizvi with the Houston Association of Realtors talks about the latest technology and its impact on the real estate industry. Also, Edie Craig and Kory Merten go behind the scenes on the 2010 Market Reports.

Podcast 30: Up in the Air

Wed, 05 May 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Developers are building luxury high-rise condos in downtown Austin. Will they fly in today's economic climate? Real Estate Center Research Economist Dr. Harold Hunt drops by the Red Zone to talk about this. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news from DFW, San Antonio, Austin, Houston, Bastrop, Harlingen, Odessa and El Paso.

Podcast 29: Proceed with Caution

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Real Estate Center Research Analyst Gerald Klassen addresses the question on many investors' minds: Is it safe to begin investing again? Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest real estate news from DFW, San Antonio, Austin, Houston, Corpus Christi, El Paso, Longview, Waco, Tyler and Texarkana.

Podcast 28: Happy San Jacinto Day; Happy Birthday, Harlingen

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Join hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig for a San Jacinto Day celebration. Also, help them wish Harlingen a happy 100th birthday. Afterward, travel to DFW, Houston, San Antonio, Austin, Wylie, Victoria, Copperas Cove, Sunnyvale and Wichita Falls for the latest in Texas real estate news.

Podcast 27: Goodbye, Texas Stadium; Hello, Tierra Grande

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig mourn the passing of the iconic Texas Stadium. Also, Craig talks about the latest real estate news in Texarkana, Granger, Port Lavaca, Denison, Amarillo, Brenham and Palestine. Afterward, Real Estate Center Managing Editor Nancy McQuistion stops to offer a sneak peek at the April 2010 issue of Tierra Grande magazine.

Podcast 26: The ABCs of Transfer Fees

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Center attorney Judon Fambrough and Research Economist Dr. Harold Hunt weigh in on the controversy surrounding transfer fees attached to home purchases. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig continue their Census Watch 2010, and they cover the latest real estate news in Tyler, New Braunfels, Pearland and the major Texas metros.

Podcast 25: A Most Egg-cellent Census Watch

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Easter bunnies, April fools and more Census updates abound on today's show. Texas lags behind the nation in Census responses, but hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig talk about counties that are turning out the best numbers. Also, Craig talks about the latest real estate news in Sinton, Brownsville, El Paso, Texarkana and Midland.

Podcast 24: Census and Sensibility

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Be counted! That's the battle cry on this week's show as hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig talk about the 2010 Census and its impact on federal funding and representation for Texas. Also, Real Estate Center Education Coordinator Denise Whisenant visits the show to talk about her role with TREC's Education Working Group.

Podcast 23: Green Day in the Red Zone

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig celebrate St. Patrick's Day and National Fix-A-Faucet Week. Also, Craig talks about new hospitals in Athens and Fort Hood, Lon Morris' Landmark buy in Jacksonville, half-price tuition at UTPB, Sysco merging in Schertz and Cracker Barrel packing them in at its new Bryan location.

Podcast 22: Law and Disorder in the Red Zone

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Edie Craig talks about the courthouse drama in New Braunfels, Mansfield's "Mouser-keteer," Goliad's $10 million events center, happenings at Laredo's Fort McIntosh, and why everything's coming up roses in Texarkana. Meanwhile, Bryan Pope visits with South Padre Island Town Planner Rick Vasquez about changes in store for the town's main drag.

Podcast 21: Hollywood's Unreel Estate

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:00:00 GMT

In preparation for the Oscars, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig go Hollywood and talk about real estate in the movies. Also, Galveston City Manager Steve LeBlanc talks about Galveston 18 months after Hurricane Ike.

Podcast 20: Texas: Frigid Weather, Hot Housing Markets

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Which Texas cities made Forbes' list of best housing markets in the country? Find out. Also, learn which North Texas city has gone off "the deep end." These stories and much more in this week's Red Zone podcast.

Podcast 19: Plano Pizza ... Heavy On the Incentives, Please

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:00:00 GMT

The Texas housing market may be in the doldrums, but Dr. Jim Gaines stops by to share some good news. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig talk about the latest happenings in Texas real estate.

Podcast 18: Dotzour Flags Economic Landmines

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Chief Economist Dr. Mark Dotzour visits the Red Zone to talk about landmines the U.S. economy faces on its way toward recovery. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig talk about the latest happenings in Texas real estate, plus they give a special "shout out" to Texas towns with a Valentine flair.

Podcast 17: Shock Treatment: Negotiating Transmission Line Easements

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Real Estate Center attorney Judon Fambrough visits the Red Zone to talk about transmission line easements and what they could mean for Texas landowners. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig travel around the state covering the latest real estate news.

Podcast 16: A Look Ahead at Commercial Real Estate

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMT

CCIM Institute President Charles "Mac" McClure visits the Red Zone to talk about what's in store for the commercial real estate market in 2010. Hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig give a rundown of the week's biggest news in Texas real estate.

Podcast 15: IBS 2010

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Covering the 2010 International Builders Show in Las Vegas, host Bryan Pope talks about a program that provides homes for wounded troops. He also talks about trends in Baby Boomer housing and where the multifamily housing market is headed.

Podcast 14: TREC Star

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Doug Oldmixon, administrator of the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC), visits the Red Zone to talk about challenges facing TREC in 2010. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig give a rundown of the latest Texas real estate news.

Podcast 13: New Year, New Tierra Grande

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Nancy McQuistion, managing editor of Tierra Grande magazine, stops by to give a sneak peek at the January issue. Hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig recap the latest Texas real estate news.

Podcast 12: 'Twas the Podcast Before Christmas

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:00:00 GMT

What's the perfect Christmas gift for real estate professionals? Hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig have some ideas. They'll also visit with John Gormley, TAR's VP of communications and marketing, to talk about what TAR has in store for the coming year, and they'll give you a rundown of the latest Texas real estate news.

Podcast 11: Talk Across Texas ... And With Benny McMahan

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Benny McMahan, retiring president and CEO of the Texas Association of Realtors (TAR), stops by the Red Zone to talk about how the real estate industry has changed during his tenure with TAR. Also, hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest in Texas real estate.

Podcast 10: Our TAR-rific Tenth Show

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Hosts Bryan Pope and Edie Craig cover the latest Texas real estate news and chat with Bill Jones, president-elect of the Texas Association of Realtors.

Podcast 9: What New Licensees Need to Know

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

If you're just getting started in the real estate business or know someone who is, this week's edition is for you. Real Estate Center Research Assistant Beth Thomas draws from her years of experience as a real estate broker to share tips that can help those new to the business get off on the right foot. Also, Associate Editor Bryan Pope and Administrative Coordinator Edie Craig cover the latest real estate stories from around the state.

Podcast 8: It's Wabbit Season...No, Deer Season

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Just in time for deer season, Real Estate Center Attorney Judon Fambrough talks about changes to regulations regarding Texas deer lease management. Also, Edie Craig discusses big deals in Georgetown, El Paso, Seguin and Abilene.

Podcast 7: Ethically Speaking

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Dr. Elizabeth Umphress talks about the importance of strong ethics in real estate, and Real Estate Center Communications Director David Jones joins host Bryan Pope for a rundown on the latest Center news.

Podcast 6: Landward Ho!

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

The Real Estate Center's land expert, Dr. Charlie Gilliland, talks about the year that was in Texas land and looks ahead to 2010. Also, Edie Craig brings along a guest for a rundown of real estate news from around the state.

Podcast 5: Dr. Dotzour's Crystal Ball

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Real Estate Center Chief Economist Dr. Mark Dotzour looks ahead to see what's in store for the real estate industry in 2010, and Edie Craig talks about major happenings in Midland, Terrell and out in the West Texas town of El Paso.

Podcast 4: Recession Rx

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Research Economist Dr. Jim Gaines discusses what it will take to recover from the recession, and Edie Craig gives us the scoop on big deals happening in small towns. Also, Cydney Donnell with Mays Business School talks about recent recognition for the school's Master of Real Estate program.

Podcast 3: It's Sue Season

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Attorney Judon Fambrough talks about why we're likely to see an increase in the number of real estate practitioners being sued, and host Bryan Pope and Edie Craig chat about real estate news from around the state.

Podcast 2: Makin' Mall Talk

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Research Economist Dr. Harold Hunt talks about how shopping malls are faring in Texas, and host Bryan Pope and Edie Craig talk about the latest real estate news from around the state.

Podcast 1: Tweeting Across Texas, Tierra Grande Sneak Peek

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Host Bryan Pope talks to guest Edie Craig about big real estate deals in small Texas towns, then gets the inside scoop on the latest issue of Tierra Grande magazine from Managing Editor Nancy McQuistion.