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"The Municipal Utility Districts hearing discussed in this episode is before the House Committee on Land & Resource Management, chaired by Rep. Gary Gates - not the Intergovernmental Affairs Committee." What are the biggest public policy debates unfolding in Texas today? In this solo episode of Texas Talks, host Brad Swail examines three major issues likely to shape the next legislative session: housing affordability, municipal utility districts (MUDs), and the ongoing debate over consumable THC products. Drawing on recent legislative hearings and policy developments, Brad explains what's happening, why it matters, and what Texans should watch as lawmakers prepare for 2027. The episode covers: Texas' housing affordability reforms and local zoning disputes Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) and their impact on homeowners The ongoing debate over THC regulation and public health How legislative interim hearings shape future policy What Texans should expect heading into the 2027 legislative session Throughout the episode, Brad provides context for each issue, outlines the competing arguments on all sides, and explains how today's committee hearings often become tomorrow's legislation. 00:00 — Intro 00:30 — Housing affordability and zoning reform 06:09 — Understanding Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) 11:50 — Texas' THC debate and what's next 17:00 — Closing thoughts Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@TexasTalks Follow us on social mediaX: @Texas_DispatchInstagram: thetexasdispatchLinkedIn: The Texas DispatchTikTok: texas_talks_podcast Find more at The Texas DispatchYour source for state news, policy, and investigative journalism.https://thetexasdispatch.com

A Wausau business has won a zoning change from city leaders. More with Chris Conley on the WSAU Wisconsin Morning News.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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"You can never have enough cash.” Connect With Our SponsorsSolventum - https://go.solventum.com/clarityGreyFinch - https://greyfinch.com/jillallen/A-Dec - https://www.a-dec.com/orthodonticsSmileSuite - https://getsmilesuite.com/ Summary In this episode of Hey Docs!, Jill chats with Chandler Wrightenberry from Live Oak Bank to discuss the intricacies of healthcare lending, particularly focusing on practice purchases and real estate investments. Chandler shares insights from his extensive experience at Live Oak Bank, emphasizing the importance of understanding costs, building a supportive team, and maintaining transparency in banking conversations. They explore the current market conditions, project timelines, and the significance of long-term investments in healthcare real estate. Jill and Chandler also touch on the complexities of construction timelines, the importance of zoning, and the necessity of having the right team when expanding an orthodontic practice. They emphasize the need for realistic expectations regarding project durations and financial preparedness, including cash management strategies. Connect With Our Guest Live Oak Bank - https://www.liveoak.bank/Chandler's Phone Number: (828) 337-1374 Takeaways Chandler Wrightenberry has over 12 years of experience in healthcare lending.Live Oak Bank is the largest SBA lender in the country by volume.Building a supportive team is crucial for successful real estate projects.Transparency in financial discussions leads to better outcomes.Interest rates are currently stable and reasonable for borrowing.It's important to have early conversations with lenders about financing.Investing in real estate is a long-term commitment that can yield significant returns.Doctors often experience growth after relocating to new facilities. You should have an expectation of working with a city to get everything finalized in about six months.Ground-up construction typically takes nine to twelve months for planning and an additional 18 to 24 months for completion.Zoning issues can significantly delay project timelines, so it's crucial to ensure proper zoning before purchasing a property.Having a specialized commercial real estate agent is essential for navigating zoning and permits.Expect projects to take longer and be more expensive than initially anticipated.Financial preparedness is key; saving cash and having a safety net is crucial for large projects.A good rule of thumb is to have at least 10% of the project cost in cash reserves.Investing in liquid assets can provide quick access to cash when needed for projects.Chapters 00:00 Introduction04:35 Market Reality Check07:16 Costs and Rates Today11:25 Build Your Project Team15:04 Be Candid With Lenders19:21 Realistic Project Timelines22:23 Remodel vs Ground Up Schedule23:29 Zoning Pitfalls and Team26:08 Lease Timing and Overlap28:03 Cash Reserves and Liquidity32:00 How to Contact Chandler Episode Credits:  Hosted by Jill AllenProduced by Jordann KillionAudio Engineering by Garrett LuceroAre you ready to start a practice of your own? Do you need a fresh set of eyes or some advice in your existing practice?Reach out to me- www.practiceresults.com.    If you like what we are doing here on Hey Docs! and want to hear more of this awesome content, give us a 5-star Rating on your preferred listening platform and subscribe to our show so you never miss an episode.    New episodes drop every Thursday!   

More than 80 new laws took effect in Connecticut on July first. Major changes include new zoning rules for housing. We did a deeper dive into this with Renee Dobos of Connecticut Housing Partners.Image Credit: Eric Urbanowicz

Student housing investing turned pharmacist Ryan Chaw into a millionaire by 28 and let him retire from pharmacy at 31. In this episode, host Alex Perny sits down with the founder of Newbie Real Estate Investing to break down the rent-by-the-room strategy: buying spacious homes near top colleges, adding bedrooms, and renting each room individually to students and young professionals.Key Points:• How Ryan went from new pharmacist to millionaire real estate investor by age 28• Why renting by the bedroom can double a property's typical rental income• Staying compliant with fair housing laws when marketing student rentals• Structuring August-to-August leases and handling summer subletting• Extra revenue streams: couples upcharges, move-in fees, and cleaning fees• The house supervisor system that cuts tenant conflict and management headaches• Furnishing strategy and how these rentals compete with dorms and apartmentsChapters:00:00 Introduction01:46 From Pharmacist to Real Estate Investor05:42 The Rent-by-the-Room Student Housing Strategy09:07 Renovations That Add Bedrooms and Cash Flow12:00 Permits, Zoning, and Occupancy Limits18:04 Marketing Rentals and Fair Housing Compliance21:24 Lease Structure and Summer Subletting31:20 Costly Mistakes and Inspection Lessons37:25 Managing Student Tenants and House Supervisors53:44 House Rules and Risk Management59:14 How to Connect With Ryan ChawSubscribe to our YouTube channel and join our growing community for new videos every week.If you are interested in being a podcast guest speaker or have questions, contact us at Podcast@AdvantaIRA.com.Learn more about our guest, Ryan Chaw: https://www.newbierealestateinvesting.com/Learn more about Advanta IRA: https://www.AdvantaIRA.com/ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/advanta-ira https://www.linkedin.com/company/Advanta-IRA/ https://twitter.com/AdvantaIRA https://www.facebook.com/AdvantaIRA/ https://www.instagram.com/AdvantaIRA/#StudentHousing #RealEstateInvesting #PassiveIncome

Today from SDPB - South Dakota is receiving over $8 million dollars in a settlement with the video game Roblox, Rapid City Council approves an effort to expand heavy industrial zoning and more.

America has between 32 million and 130 million empty bedrooms sitting unused every single night. The housing shortage is estimated at just 1.8 to 7.5 million units. If you can do basic math, you already know what that means, and Atticus LeBlanc, founder and CEO of PadSplit, is here to break down exactly why room rentals are the fastest, most profitable way for landlords to close that gap.In this episode, Atticus walks us through the exact room rental conversion that took his net operating income from $1,100 to $2,400 a month. He shares why the traditional buy, renovate, rent playbook does not pencil the way it used to, and why landlords looking for cash flow, financial freedom, or a way to make an underperforming property profitable again are turning to co-living.Room Rental Inventory on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/search/furnished-roomsCheck average room rental pricing in your markets: https://www.furnishedfinder.com/statsIn this conversation you will learn:Why room rentals can deliver a 2X increase in net operating income compared to traditional single family rentalsWhere co-living demand is significantly outpacing supply in a variety of US marketsWhy PadSplit residents save an average of $317 a month, adding up to over $200 million in collective savingsHow the Furnished Finder and PadSplit partnership brought 1,000 room rentals across seven markets onto the platformThe real story of Tiffany, a night shift security guard who saved $600 a month, bought her own car, and moved into her own apartment within six monthsWhat zoning, HOA restrictions, and Golden Girls bills mean for landlords considering the co-living modelWhy seasonality in room rentals looks nothing like the short term rental world, giving landlords steadier year round cash flowFurnished Finder and PadSplit together offer over 95,000 room rentals nationwide, giving landlords and investors the largest combined footprint of monthly co-living inventory in the United States. Whether you are a mid-term rental landlord, a short-term rental host adjusting to new regulations, a long-term landlord looking for more cash flow, or a new investor exploring your first property, this episode gives you the data and the strategy to think about your next move differently.List Your Property on Furnished Finder: https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings.Timestamps0:00 Welcome to Landlord Diaries1:30 What is PadSplit and the problem it solves3:20 The impact of room rentals on the housing shortage4:30 Millions of US bedrooms sit empty every night5:00 The barriers that block market rate apartments7:35 Why co-living is a 4 sided win for communities8:30 What landlords meet PadSplit brand standards10:10 How room rentals move the needle on affordability11:20 10,000+ affordable units created in Atlanta metro12:25 Who is leasing and renting by the room14:35 1/3 of US renters earn less than $35k a year16:20 Why demand stays stable in every economy18:45 The huge cash flow opportunity in room rentals21:40 What NOI is and why it matters for landlords23:40 Turning your dining room into a rentable bedroom26:55 Top room rental markets and how to create supply30:30 Why Furnished Finder and PadSplit partnered up34:55 Remote workers can test cities for 3 to 4 months36:40 A real underperforming property that transformed37:45 Tiffany's story: from motel to her own apartment39:10 Misconceptions landlords have about co-living41:35 Do room rentals have a seasonality problem44:10 Zoning and HOA restrictions to watch for48:15 Golden Girls bills and the fight to change laws49:20 The first step to take this week50:15 Rapid fire: surprise markets and biggest mistakesMeet your hosts Kelly Bailey & Katie Lyon, plus catch up on past episodes:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/resources/podcastTopics covered: mid-term rentals, room rentals, co-living, PadSplit, Furnished Finder, net operating income, real estate investing, housing shortage, affordable housing, cash flow strategy, landlord tools, monthly rentals The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

A new report looks at how zoning codes in different regions of the state are impacting how much we pay for housing.

We rank the Top 10 most important La Crosse city committees, discuss what happens next with another city administrator vote and recap last week’s monthly city council meeting with Mac Kiel. First up, we tackled city administrator, which is back on the agenda for August. We announce that we’ll be working with the La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce on the show, over the next four weeks, to discuss all things city administrator ahead of the vote. The chamber has endorsed the idea of La Crosse having a city administrator. This was last on the agenda in February and we discuss how it didn’t pass a super majority and that nothing has really been done by the city or the council since — despite a lot of conversations to do so. After that, we highlight key moments from last week’s city council meeting, including: Using $1.8 million in TID 14 money for affordable housing in a way that has no time restrictions Creating two other TID districts Zoning approval for the Bridgeview housing complex Regarding the Bridgeview housing, we discuss how this zoning shift isn’t an approval of the final build plan, and why the discussion hovered around the vast amount of parking developers have allotted. We also relate that to the Cowboy Jack’s restaurant proposal going through council in the Riverpoint District — and just how much riverfront parking is planned there. Lastly, Kiel ranks the Top 10 city committees — in which there are over 50 in total. Before legislation ever hits the full council, it gets hashed out in committees where the public can learn and provide input. Not only do we go through the rankings, but we also discuss how some of the most powerful committees — like the Board of Public Works or the Library Board — don’t require council approval to act. We started the show, though hitting on some things that happened over the past week, including The school district receiving the old Trane headquarters building as a donation David Crowley leaving leaving the Wisconsin governor’s race and Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez’s campaign manager being fired Lindsey Graham — not Mitch McConnell — passing away Kiel is a former La Crosse City Council member, who is an advocate for providing the public with what is happening with city government. She also serves on some city boards and works with the unsheltered population. Listen live weekdays at 5:06 p.m. Find the pod on Spotify, Apple Podcast or here. Tune in on the WIZM app or on air at 92.3 FM / 1410 AM / 106.7 FM (north of Onalaska)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The World of Darkness is as global a phenomenon outside the games as it is within. Many of the books have been translated by one licensee or another over the years, and a precious few have been created by and for the fans in other countries. In this installment of Tomes of Magick, Pooka cracks open the Mage chapter from 1997's Le Monde des Ténèbres: France, a French-only general WoD book that explores that country in the setting. What are the Verbena doing around the megaliths of Carnac? Who's pulling the strings of the then-nascent EU? Why is the Digital Web so weird in this part of the world? Listen in for these and other tantalizing questions.“Zoning boards are where the fight against the Technocracy must needs be fiercest and firmest.”Mage the Podcast social media linksWebsitehttp://magethepodcast.comPatreonhttps://bit.ly/MagePatreonBlueskyhttps://bsky.app/profile/magethepodcast.bsky.social Discordhttps://discord.gg/7rsy59Zz Mastodonhttps://dice.camp/@magethepodcast Pixelfedhttps://pixelfed.social/i/web/profile/792325079447125841 Threadshttps://www.threads.net/@magethepodcast

09JUL26: Kirk Trial Breakdown, Conservative Ant Drama, Forty Worth Police Woke, and Zoning Blues Hosts: Matt Call In Live: +1 (276) 200-2105 Be Heard. Be Bold. No Censorship. Watch Us Here:  linktapgo.com/thedumshow  thedumshow.com #TheDUMShow #DontUnfriendMe #DUMShowLive #DUMNation #DUMFans #CallInShow #LivePodcast #ConservativeTalk #AmericaFirst #VeteranVoice #MilitaryPerspective #PoliticalCommentary Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dum-show--6012883/support.

Planning and Zoning rejects Fruit Cove Daily's, moves to County Commission for final vote

Send us Fan MailWhat if we've been asking the wrong question about America's housing crisis?Congress has passed one of the most significant housing bills in decades, with the stated goal of making housing more affordable by encouraging more construction, higher-density development, and changes to local zoning policies. But is building more homes really the solution?In this episode of Dishin' Dirt, I take a non-political, fact-based look at what the legislation actually does, how it could influence local communities, and why every homeowner, REALTOR®, builder, and buyer should understand the issues.Topics include:What is actually in the new federal housing billWhy zoning has traditionally been controlled by local governmentsHow federal incentives could influence future developmentThe debate over higher-density housing and neighborhood characterInfrastructure, traffic, schools, and who pays for growthDoes South Carolina really have a housing shortage?Are housing shortages different in the South than in the Northeast and West Coast?Why builders across South Carolina are offering incentives, rate buydowns, and price reductionsThe difference between a housing shortage and a homeownership affordability crisisThe one question every policymaker, REALTOR®, and homeowner should be askingWhether you support the legislation or have concerns about its long-term impact, this episode is designed to educate—not advocate. I will explore both sides of the debate while challenging listeners to think critically about the future of housing, property rights, local control, and the American Dream of homeownership.What do you think?Does South Carolina actually have a housing shortage?Should zoning decisions remain local, or should the federal government play a larger role in encouraging housing development?And most importantly...Have we confused a housing shortage with a homeownership crisis?Share your thoughts in the comments—we'd love to hear from you.

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If you've been watching Portland's apartment market for any length of time, you've probably heard the term "inclusionary zoning" thrown around a lot. Today I want to walk you through what that program actually produced over nearly a decade, what changed, and what it means for owners and investors going forward.

SHORT STORY 1: Prairieland Defendants get unconstitutionally harsh sentenceThe Extreme Sentences Handed to Anti-ICE kProtesters Should Terrify Us AllShooter sentenced to 100 years in Prairieland ICE terrorism case; others get maxPrairieland defendants' families promise appeal, warn of precedent after sentencingPrairieland shooter gets 100 years, others 30-70 for ICE detention center ‘antifa' protest30-Year Sentence for Transporting Zines Is a Five-Alarm Fire for Free SpeechSHORT STORY 2: FW City Council gives money to Aaron Dean's legal teamFort Worth increases spending to defend officer convicted in fatal shootingChris Nettles statementMia Hall's statementJeanette Martinez getting in the commentsMindia Whittier's takeSHORT STORY 3: Barriers for great candidatesAnette Landeros' post about obstacles in running for officeWINS: Trinity PrideTexas Democratic Convention in Corpus ChristiNew Latino Leadership portest featured on LULAC's InstagramLOSSES: A year after fire, former Cooper tenants still want answers, solutionsACTIONS:June 30 - FW's Data Centers Open HouseJune 30 - FWISD listening session at DunbarJune 30 - Alisa Simmons' virtual telethonJuly 1 - 817 Gather at the Table - District 7July 8 - Zoning meeting for data center reg recommend July 19 - 817 Gather & New Candidate ForumAugust 11 - Fort Worth's data center policy voteAugust 25 - Black Mountain data center voteJoin the 817 Gather Discord, donate to the 817 Gather, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

For the second week in a row, I'm reusing the same production file that was used on WTJU. If I was awake and alert, it would maybe take 15 minutes to record new audio. However, this June 27 feels like the kind of day where such a direct task would take about two hours. I'm ready to get ready for the next set of stories.If you are a new reader, I got my professional start at WVTF Public Radio in Roanoke, Virginia, as an intern. I was in my final year at Virginia Tech and I wanted to keep going with journalism. At some point not too long after, I made a deliberate choice to focus at the local level. Every edition of this newsletter was a podcast for the first 650 editions or so. That changes in the spring of 2024 when I agreed to do a version of the podcast for WTJU. This airs Saturdays on WTJU at 6 a.m. In any case, take a listen! And I've included the text of the WTJU public service announcements. In this edition:* Most of Virginia continues to be under drought warning (read the story)* Charlottesville Planning Commission hears calls for reform at listening session on next round of zoning changes (read the story)* Council agrees to another extension of agreement with CRHA for additional housing vouchers (read the story)* Albemarle County prepares for new legislation including new biosolids testing requirements (read the story)* Albemarle Amateur Radio Club holding Field Day this weekend (read the story)* One archive story: Councilors push back on proposal to replace trash stickers with monthly trash fee charge more for trash collection (read the story from March 2025)Public Service Announcement #1C4K is now recruiting mentors for its Fall 2026 Cohort starting in late August. Be the trusted guide who helps a young person turn curiosity into capability. Work side-by-side with youth members on STEM projects of their choosing, like coding, robotics, design, or digital storytelling. No experience is necessary to collaborate, encourage, and expand possibilities for youth in our community. Visit the C4K website to learn more!Public Service Announcement #2Head to UVA's Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library on Saturday, July 4th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for Revolutionary Printing, a family-friendly UVA250 celebration of the materials, crafts, and stories of the founding era. Print a copy of the Declaration of Independence, view paper- and ink-making demonstrations, or add your “John Hancock” to a giant copy of the Declaration. Hear music of the American Revolution, make a printer's hat, screen print a keepsake, view special exhibitions, or create a custom silhouette, beadwork, or sewing sampler. Event parking is free in UVA's Central Grounds Garage. For more information, visit this website. Some nonsensical thoughts at the end of CCE-1079A Technically this one is W26-23 and not CCE-1079A because I did not produce a separate version. That's twice in a row. I would prefer to do an original version as well, but I must admit I appreciate the illusion of a break. I assure any reader who made it to this part that I do not spend all of my hours working on this newsletter. I take a lot of breaks throughout the day, though almost none of that time is spent doing yardwork. Now that my eldest cat is no longer with us, the house is slowly being reclaimed from all of the spots damaged by incontinence.On this Saturday, what will I do? I do not know the answer though I am going to try to get the March 2026 property transactions out of the way. I'm very slow on those now and as a result I can't put them behind a paywall. Or at least, it wouldn't feel right.I do work seven days a week because I enjoy the research that goes into this newsletter. I see stories everywhere and the challenge is continuing to create an engine that allows me to produce as many as possible. It is my hope to find others willing to put in the work. There are almost two weeks until the 6 year anniversary of the newsletter. I am soul-searching a bit at the moment to determine the future. Should I try to see more of the world while I am still relatively young? What would it be like to live somewhere else? Yet, even thinking that thought triggers alarm as I really do want to continue trying to describe the minutiae of this community as it stumbles its way into the future. I'm so looking forward to hitting send and allowing myself to go into free association for the rest of the day. One of the ways I sharpen my research skills when they'll dulled by morning fog is to go to cvillepedia and make some edits at random. I do not own the website but I have been associated with it since its public unveiling in 2009. The Jefferson Madison Regional Library is now the owner, but they do not program it. Who will program it in the future?Who will tell the stories of our community?I don't have a way to look into the future except for continuing to do my part to document what I can. I hope to inspire others to do so and hopeful that in the future I'll be better able to articulate what it is I'm doing. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

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A data center developer is attempting to build in Kentucky and is getting pretty upset that citizens in the community won't let him rezone the land. However, he's getting some help from members of the government who are trying to push the data center for the tax revenues.Brian Luftman, founder and president of American Farm Investors, sent a letter to Mercer County Planning & Zoning, throwing a fit that they won't rezone his property. After hitting a roadblock with the county, he attempted to have the property annexed into the city of Burgin to get around county zoning and planning.The city then tried to hide what it was doing to allow the data center, but it was caught by the public anyway and canceled the meeting. I'll go through this whole saga, which may not be over.Also, FCPS is in quite the drama with its attempt to oust Liggins, and he is not going quietly.

What's the prospect for meaningful statewide housing policy reform in Minnesota? Brit Anbacht (Neighbors for More Neighbors) and Rep. Katie Jones (district 61A) join me to talk about zoning - parking minimums, minimum lot sizes, overly restrictive caps on unit sizes that make it impossible to build homes for families, and other things that make housing too damn expensive. We look back at the most recent legislative session at the Minnesota State Capitol - and look ahead to next year, where the hope is a new crop of freshman legislators focused on housing affordability will finally get something passed.Watch: https://youtube.com/wedgeliveJoin the conversation: https://bsky.app/profile/wedge.liveSupport the show: https://patreon.com/wedgeliveWedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee

If a new business wants to open in Missoula County, there's a good chance the property owner has spoken to someone in local government about it. Then it goes through the development review process, which is dependent on the location, type of business and many other variables. Does it have to be this complicated? What kind of discretion does county government have when it comes to growth and development?Enter: land use planning and zoning. This week, the commissioners spoke with Karen Hughes, director of the Missoula County Planning, Development and Sustainability department, about these questions and more.Links mentioned in this episode:Comprehensive Plan UpdateSwan Valley Neighborhood PlanText us your thoughts and comments on this episode! Thank you to Missoula's Community Media Resource for podcast recording support!

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Zoning reform matters, but Eric Kronberg says it is not enough on its own. Cities also need useful building types, realistic development math, better street design, thoughtful tax policy, and a clearer vision for what good neighborhoods can become. He and Tiffany explore why many cities say they want more housing but still make the most useful housing types illegal or impractical. They also talk about compact cottages, missing middle housing, Atlanta's affordability challenges, and the overlooked power of a simple box, a good porch, and a house people can picture on their own block. ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES Eli Smith (LinkedIn) Kronberg Urbanists & Architects (Site) Housing Catalogue (Site) Local Recommendations:‍ Little Tart Bakery Summerhill Neighborhood Tiffany Owens Reed (Instagram) Do you know someone who would make for a great Bottom-Up Revolution guest? Let us know here!   This podcast is made possible by Strong Towns members. Thank you! Join fellow members discussing this episode in The Commons.

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Rhinelander City Council approves zoning change that could allow housing development, potential for severe storms in Wisconsin Wednesday, seven Democrats and two Republicans make ballot for Governor

Toronto's housing crisis is no longer just about buying a home, it's reshaping who can afford to build a future in the city at all. In this special live taping of The Missing Middle Podcast, Sabrina Maddeaux, Mike Moffatt, Cara Stern, and special guest Ron Butler unpack why young families are leaving Toronto, how policy failures created a city of “dog crate” condos and unaffordable homes, and what needs to change before affordability gets even worse.Topics covered include:• Why young families are leaving Toronto and the GTA• The rise of tiny “dog crate” condos• Why missing middle housing is so difficult to build• Zoning delays, development charges, and housing red tape• The future of rentals, condos, and home prices• The Greenbelt debate and urban sprawl• Whether Toronto can still work for middle-class families• Why more young Canadians are leaving Ontario and Canada• Non-market housing, affordability, and the politics shaping the city's futureSubscribe for more conversations on housing, affordability, and the future of Canada's middle class.Chapters:0:00 – Live From Toronto: The Housing Crisis Debate Begins1:42 – Why Young Families Are Leaving Toronto5:08 – The Reality of Buying a Home in the GTA8:11 – Why Toronto Only Builds Mansions or Tiny Condos11:24 – Are “Dog Crate” Condos Doomed?14:37 – Missing Middle Housing & Zoning Failures18:02 – The Greenbelt, Sprawl, and Housing Politics21:10 – Renting for Life in Toronto24:02 – Should Young Buyers Wait to Purchase?26:12 – Non-Market Housing vs Market Housing29:04 – Predictions for Toronto's Housing FutureResearch:‘It's not like we're sitting on our hands.' Toronto's biggest landlord sees 7 more complexes fall into critical disrepairhttps://www.thestar.com/news/gta/it-s-not-like-we-re-sitting-on-our-hands-torontos-biggest-landlord-sees-7/article_dc443926-e4b8-11ef-ab56-6f7d86f12c53.htmlDrug deals in doorways and a stranger in the living room: Why Toronto Community Housing residents say its $38M security force is failing themhttps://www.thestar.com/news/gta/drug-deals-in-doorways-and-a-stranger-in-the-living-room-why-toronto-community-housing/article_2b7633ac-d86b-4fde-9e4e-5e308f4dff5a.htmlHosted by Mike Moffatt & Cara Stern & Sabrina MaddeauxProduced by Meredith MartinFunded by the Neptis Foundation https://neptis.org/

This episode is presented by Create A Video – In approving a 5 month moratorium on data center construction in Charlotte, the City Council told opponents to go lobby North Carolina state legislative leaders to block the projects because the City cannot do it on their own.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

This episode is presented by Create A Video – The Charlotte City Council unanimously approved a 5 month moratorium on new data center approvals until they can develop a framework of development regulations. China, which is funding "grassroots" organizations opposed to American data centers, must be happy!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

He was called the most dangerous man in Vermont. The governor said it on television. The truth is more boring and more alarming. Daniel Banyai is a former protection contractor and a Seventh-day Adventist who built a firearms training school called Slate Ridge in West Pawlet. He did it by the book. Federal firearms license. Explosives permits. Zoning. A school classification the town had handed out for 200 years. He welcomed anyone who'd show up and shoot straight. Then it came apart. Neighbors who'd missed their window found a clause and reopened it. The town pulled the permit it had already granted. He fought to the state Supreme Court and lost. They demolished the buildings while he was locked up and made sure the materials couldn't be reused. We talk about the year inside. Isolation. The shot caller. Getting beaten during the arrest that became a felony. We argue restrictions, religion, and a two-tiered system he says protects some and not others. The throughline is simple. Weaponized zoning can erase anyone. He happened to pick guns. Since we recorded, a jury acquitted him of the assault charge in forty minutes. His words after: the system did not fail him here.  Today's Sponsors: Black Rifle Coffee: https://www.blackriflecoffee.com David: David is offering our listeners a special deal: buy 4 cartons and get the 5th free when you go to https://www.davidprotein.com/CLEAREDHOT  

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Chicago may be one of the best real estate investing markets in the country…But if you don't understand building permits, zoning, ADUs, city inspections, and violations, your project can go sideways FAST.In this episode, we dive into one of the most important conversations for Chicago real estate investors—especially those working on:

Eric G. and Robert Thomas, the Director of Property Rights Litigation at the Pacific Legal Foundation, dive into an enlightening chat about the often bewildering and sometimes downright head-scratching world of property rights and government regulations. You know, the kind that can make you question whether you're really the king of your castle or just a tenant in the government's grand scheme. Robert lays down some serious truth bombs about how the Pacific Legal Foundation stands up for homeowners like you and me, fighting against overreaches that can threaten our cozy domains. It's like having a legal superhero ready to swoop in when the bureaucratic bad guys come knocking at your door. In this episode, we explore cases that really showcase the absurdity of regulatory overreach. Picture this: imagine being told you have to tear down your house if you want to make even the simplest changes, or being caught in a web of red tape where the local government's whims dictate what you can do with your property. Robert shares some jaw-dropping anecdotes about how the California Coastal Commission has tried to stretch its powers beyond reasonable limits, and how the Pacific Legal Foundation has successfully challenged those overreaches in court. It's a rollercoaster of legal battles, victories, and a few defeats that remind us how critical it is to keep our property rights intact. But it's not just all about California; the conversation takes a wider turn as Eric and Robert discuss how these issues resonate across the country. From Oregon to New Mexico, there are stories that echo the fight for property rights that many homeowners are facing today. Whether it's about zoning laws that feel more like a straitjacket or absurd fines that seem designed to squeeze the last penny out of you, this episode is packed with insights that will make you rethink the role of government in your home. So, grab your favorite drink, settle in, and get ready to be educated and entertained about the rights that protect your home sweet home.Takeaways:Understanding your property rights is crucial, especially when faced with government overreach.Pacific Legal Foundation's mission is to defend individual liberties against government abuse, which is more relevant than ever.Zoning laws and regulations can severely limit homeowners' freedoms and should be challenged when unreasonable.The historical context of property rights highlights the need for vigilance against evolving government regulations.Links referenced in this episode:aroundthehouseonline.compacificlegal.orgCompanies mentioned in this episode:Pacific Legal FoundationCalifornia Coastal CommissionThanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listenIf you want to join the Around the House Insider for access to the back catalog, Exclusive Content and a direct email to Eric G and access to the show early https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/support We love comments and we would love reviews on how this information has helped you on your house! 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“It's a big moment”: Prague approves plan paving way for massive number of new flats,  Czech tennis sensation Jakub Menšík storms into Roland Garros semifinals, The art that captivated Paris: Historic Mucha poster collection on display, Czech Academy of Sciences' digital archive of folk songs

Zoning change for a potential housing development under review in Rhinelander, Phillips man dies in a Price County lake, Crandon woman charged after money goes missing at Forest County Humane Society

Anthony Flint, Senior Fellow for the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy, joined the podcast to talk about his recent article on the 100 year anniversary of the Supreme Court case Village of Euclid v. Ambler Realty Co. That landmark case established the constitutionality of zoning as a police power for local governments and still impacts the built environment we have today. He talked about the impact of that decision and how zoning is losing ground today as states and cities across the country rethink their approach to land use. He also shared some of his other research and work on land use and the resources that the Lincoln Institute has for local governments working to create more community benefit from their land. Host: Ben Kittelson

Why is Wahoo growing so quickly — and what actually happens behind the scenes to make that growth possible?This week on Chamber Chat with Kate & Kat, we sit down with Theresa Klein from the Wahoo Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development Office, and Wahoo Community Foundation to talk about business development, new projects, commercial growth, community investment, and the work happening every day to help Wahoo continue moving forward.From answering calls about rental housing and business space to helping connect people with trusted local services, Theresa explains why the Chamber is often the “human hyperlink” for the community.We also dive into:• How the Wahoo Chamber has evolved since 1923• What economic development actually means• Why business recruitment and commercial space matter• The challenges of growth in small towns• Why some business projects have to stay confidential• The future of development in Wahoo• The role of the We Are Wahoo app and Wahoo Weekly• Why reliable local information matters more than ever• How the Wahoo Community Foundation supports Saunders County• Scholarships, workforce development, and investing in local students• The Friends of the Chamber program and workforce scholarship fundPlus, Theresa shares stories about helping connect residents with trusted businesses, supporting local organizations, and why community relationships still matter in a digital world.If you've ever wondered how projects happen in Wahoo, why certain announcements can't be shared immediately, or what the Chamber actually does day-to-day — this episode is for you.Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you stream podcasts.CHAPTERS00:00 Intro00:36 Meet Theresa Klein01:03 The Old Casey's Building & New Development Updates02:00 What the Wahoo Chamber Actually Does03:20 The History of the Wahoo Chamber of Commerce04:45 What Happens Inside the Chamber Office Every Day06:20 Helping Residents Find Trusted Local Businesses08:40 Businesses Wahoo Still Needs10:00 Recruiting Businesses & Finding Commercial Space11:40 Economic Growth & Downtown Development15:12 First Bank of Nebraska Sponsor Break15:56 Questions the Chamber Can't Always Answer17:20 Utilities, Zoning & Business Development18:30 Theresa the “Human Hyperlink”20:30 Why Human Connection Still Matters21:20 The We Are Wahoo App & Wahoo Weekly24:20 Social Media, Local News & Reliable Information25:05 Why Some Development News Stays Confidential27:30 The Real Cost & Risk of Development Projects29:55 The Wahoo Community Foundation Explained31:30 Supporting Local Projects Through Giving33:00 Scholarship Programs in Saunders County35:00 The Chamber Workforce Scholarship37:40 How to Become a Friend of the Chamber38:50 Final Thoughts & Future Wahoo Growth40:15 Outro

Zoning codes run to 3,000 pages, contradict themselves, and change without warning — and right now, they're the single biggest reason most housing projects never leave a napkin.Recorded live at World of Modular 2026, this episode brings in Avi Kaufman, co-founder and Chief Real Estate Officer of FutureLot, to unpack what it actually takes to answer "what can I build here?" across 30,000 US jurisdictions. Avi started with a light-bulb moment during refugee resettlement — a carriage house behind a main house, housing a family no one knew could be housed there — and built a platform to make that question answerable at scale. **What we get into:** - The pre-feasibility gap: more housing projects die from discouragement than from bad economics — nobody's counting the permits never filed - Massachusetts alone has 200+ definitions of "gross floor area." Multiply that across 30,000 jurisdictions and you understand why builders stall - FutureLot's traffic-light system (green/yellow) tells builders whether a project clears each zoning criterion before a dollar goes to plans - Why the homeowner-builder conversation is broken — and how a shared interface changes "let me drive by" into a real-time answer at any US address - The tension between local zoning control and the tyranny of whoever has time to show up to meetings - What a customer who lives in the tool 4–5 hours a day looks like — and why that feedback loop is the product **Chapters:** - 00:00 — Intro: What FutureLot does - 00:50 — Origin story: Afghanistan, carriage houses, and untapped housing potential - 02:01 — Why zoning data, not building? - 03:35 — What real estate taught Avi: visuals and ease of use aren't nice-to-haves - 04:30 — Product walkthrough: the builder experience - 07:14 — The homeowner interface and what 8 minutes of dwell time means - 09:10 — Connector, not replacement: the role of FutureLot in the stack - 10:38 — 30,000 jurisdictions and the data complexity behind one screen - 12:11 — Two years in: the regulatory maze is worse than you think - 14:00 — Should we standardize zoning? The tension between local control and paralysis - 15:19 — AI + human review: how the sauce gets made - 16:28 — Trust mechanisms: overrides, alarms, source citations - 18:42 — The customer as collaborator: ground truth flows both ways - 20:30 — Roadmap: 50-state coverage, multifamily, lot splits - 21:07 — The inflection point: why now feels different- 22:18 — Find FutureLot **Find FutureLot:** - [futurelot.com](https://futurelot.com) — free account, 3 property searches - [avi@futurelot.com](mailto:avi@futurelot.com) - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@FutureLot) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/tryfuturelot) - [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/futurelot) - [X / Twitter](https://x.com/futurelot) - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/futurelot/) **Most Podern:** - [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/3zYvX2lRZOpHcZW41WGVrp) - [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/most-podern-podcast/id1725756164) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/most.podern) - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@MostPodern)

Justin Artis shares his expertise in mobile homes, land packages, zoning, and building a local real estate business in Charleston, South Carolina. Learn how strategic zoning, network leverage, and specific goals drive his success.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie talks with Daniel Carrillo, Technical Sales and Training Expert at Airzone Control, about ducted zoning systems for VRF and inverter HVAC equipment. They discuss how Airzone controls airflow using thermostats, sensors, and modulating dampers to improve comfort and efficiency in different zones of a home or building. Daniel explains how the system avoids high static pressure by adjusting fan speed and damper positions based on demand. The conversation also covers the advantages of ducted zoning over wall-mounted systems, common problems with older zoning methods, and how proper duct design helps improve HVAC performance and airflow control. Gary and Daniel Carrillo discuss how Airzone zoning systems work with VRF and inverter HVAC equipment to improve comfort and airflow control in homes and buildings. Daniel explains how thermostats, sensors, and modulating dampers help manage each zone without creating high static pressure in the duct system. The conversation covers how fan speed changes based on demand and why dampers stay open when there is no heating or cooling call. They also talk about the differences between ducted zoning and wall-mounted systems, common problems with older zoning methods, and how proper duct design helps improve HVAC efficiency, airflow balance, and system performance. Expect to Learn: How Airzone zoning systems control airflow in different rooms using thermostats and sensors. How modulating dampers and inverter fan motors help prevent high static pressure issues. How ducted zoning systems can improve comfort and efficiency compared to wall-mounted units. Why older zoning systems used bypass dampers and the problems they created for HVAC equipment. How proper duct design and airflow control help improve HVAC performance and system balance.   Episode Highlights: [00:00] - Sponsor: Factory Direct Filters ad [00:42] - Intro to Daniel Carrillo in Part 02  [02:21] - How zoning works: thermostats vs. sensors explained [03:58] - Controlling zones via Blue Face thermostat or cloud app [05:56] - What happens when one zone is set too cold [07:28] - No demand = dampers open; fan stops unless constant mode on [10:18] - Ducted zoning vs. wall mounts: regional differences [13:03] - Old zoning problems (bypass, barometric relief) solved by ECM motors [16:49] - How to get free system design (blueprint, zone layout, heat load needed)   This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by: Cintas: https://www.cintas.com/hvacknowitall Cool Air Products: https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Factory Direct Filters: https://www.factorydirectfilters.com/ SupplyHouse: https://www.supplyhouse.com/tm Use promo code HKIA5 to get 5% off your first order at Supplyhouse!   Follow the Guest Daniel Carrillo on:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-carrillo-922262305/   Airzone Control - LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/company/airzonecontrol/   Airzone Control - Website: https://www.airzonecontrol.com/as/en/    Follow the Host on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/  Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvacknowitall1/  Follow the Podcast on:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HVACKnowItAll   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LCBJGw0EHG03rdWHxUMce  Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hvac-know-it-all-podcast/id1359253455 

A new iteration of Pittsburgh's contentious inclusionary zoning policy is headed back to the City Planning Commission. City Cast's Megan Harris and Sophia Lo are with contributor Colin Williams to talk about how we got here and what we expect at the public hearing June 2. Plus, primary election results, a new baby lion, and our hopes for the NFL Draft clock.  Stick around for the members-only segment, featuring our picks for our Pittsburgh summer bucket list. Not a member? Become one now at membership.citycast.fm.  Notes and references from today's show: Voters pass ballot referendum on Pittsburgh's public notice practice [TribLive] Primary loss by Allegheny County Council president a sign of the times [Public Source] Most Pittsburgh votes go to Democrats in PA primary election 2026 [USA Today] Write-in votes in four Allegheny County House races could have an impact in November [WESA] Citywide inclusionary zoning swapped for bonus program [Public Source] Pennsylvania fruit crops decimated by warm April and hard freezes [WESA] Lion Cub Born at Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium [Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium] Second Glen Hazel bald eaglet dies; avian flu suspected and testing nixed [P-G] Learn more about the sponsors of this Friday, May 22nd episode: PGH Cultural Trust PGH Book Fest Window Nation Pittsburgh Steelers The Frick Pittsburgh Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We're on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. 

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie is joined by Daniel Carrillo, Technical Sales and Training Expert at Airzone Control, to talk about A2L refrigerants, VRF zoning, and how new mitigation standards are changing HVAC system design. They discuss the challenges of using A2L equipment in residential and commercial spaces, how zoning systems can help improve airflow and safety, and why proper training is important for contractors. The conversation also covers common installation issues, communication errors, wiring practices, and how ducted zoning systems can improve comfort, efficiency, and room-by-room temperature control. In this conversation, Daniel and Gary discuss how A2L refrigerants are changing HVAC system design and why new mitigation standards are important for safety and airflow control. Daniel explains how zoning systems can help manage refrigerant dilution, improve comfort, and support better efficiency in VRF and ducted applications. Daniel and Gary also cover common installation issues, communication errors, wiring practices, and the importance of proper training when working with advanced zoning equipment and A2L systems. Expect to Learn: How A2L refrigerants are changing HVAC equipment and installation standards. How mitigation standards help improve safety and refrigerant dilution in occupied spaces. How zoning systems can improve comfort, airflow control, and energy efficiency. How communication errors and wiring issues can affect VRF and zoning equipment. How proper training and support can help contractors work with advanced HVAC systems.   Episode Highlights:  [00:00] - Sponsor Ad: Factory Direct Filters [00:42] - Intro to Daniel Carrillo in Part 1 [03:00] - A2L is slightly flammable, brings new regulations and mitigation standards [06:26] - How A2L affects VRF zoning - ductwork helps comply vs. wall mounts [09:32] - Top tech support tips: same supplier, training, don't fear calling [11:24] - Most common field issue: communication errors from loose connections [15:03] - Advantages of ducted zoning: fine-tuned air, no oversizing, better humidity control [19:08] - Four-room example - each room has its own climate, unused rooms get no air This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by: Cintas: https://www.cintas.com/hvacknowitall Cool Air Products: https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Factory Direct Filters: https://www.factorydirectfilters.com/ SupplyHouse: https://www.supplyhouse.com/tm Use promo code HKIA5 to get 5% off your first order at Supplyhouse! Follow the Guest Daniel Carrillo on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-carrillo-922262305/ Airzone Control - LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/company/airzonecontrol/ Airzone Control - Website: https://www.airzonecontrol.com/as/en/    Follow the Host on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/ LinkedIn - HVAC Know It All Inc.: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hvac-know-it-all-inc Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvacknowitall1/  Follow the Podcast on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HVACKnowItAll Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LCBJGw0EHG03rdWHxUMce Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hvac-know-it-all-podcast/id1359253455

Sam Wegert reveals how co-living, advanced house hacking, and community-focused investing can help agents build wealth, fight loneliness, and create affordable housing that changes lives.See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/how-co-living-can-turn-pain-into-purpose-and-fulfillment-with-sam-wegert/(00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast(00:03) - Meet Sam Wegert: Co-Living Investor, Martial Arts Entrepreneur, and Podcast Host(00:52) - Sam's Torn ACL and the Charlottesville Surgery Conversation(01:55) - The Nepal Martial Arts Performance That Went Wrong(02:30) - Sam's Move to Colombia and the Search for a Slower Life(03:40) - Finding Community After a Major Life Transition(06:03) - Sam Explains the Pull of Expats, Culture, and Balance(06:35) - How Sam Became Financially Independent at 23(06:57) - From Martial Arts Schools to a Real Estate Journey(07:51) - Growing Up Homeschooled in a Packed Log Cabin(08:35) - Buying the First House and Realizing It Was Too Quiet(09:33) - The Aha Moment That Created Sam's Co-Living Strategy(10:15) - Becoming a Massive House Hacker One Home at a Time(10:49) - Advanced House Hacking for Agents With Families(12:02) - PadSplit, Co-Living Platforms, and What Investors Need to Know(12:26) - Why PadSplit Is More Marketing Platform Than Property Manager(14:10) - The Room Is the New Apartment(14:43) - Erica Asks About Loneliness After Leaving a Full House(15:15) - Sam's Monk Side, Social Side, and Need for Community(17:24) - Screening Members and Managing Multiple People Under One Roof(17:43) - The Three Rules of Co-Living: Clean, Quiet, and Safe(19:27) - House Rules, Headphone Hours, Cameras, and Clear Expectations(21:50) - Safety Systems and Furnished Common Areas(22:16) - Building Relationships Across Hundreds of Rooms(24:02) - Why Co-Living Serves Working Professionals, Not Just Students(25:19) - Zoning, Markets, and Where Co-Living Works(25:49) - Trash Cans, Grass, and Protecting the Neighborhood(27:56) - Corporate Rental Structure and Membership Agreements(29:49) - The Legal Debate Around Familial Status and Local Rules(31:09) - Affordable Housing, Density, and the Win-Win Business Model(32:17) - Why Co-Living Does Not Have to Destroy Neighborhoods(33:55) - Couples, Private Entrances, and Parking Rules(34:08) - Erica Explores Hustle Culture Versus Life in Colombia(34:45) - Sam Shares What People Value Differently in Colombia(36:40) - Medellín Internet Speeds and Remote Work Life(37:10) - Rapid Fire Questions and Sam's Golden Nugget(37:32) - Co-Living as a Social Impact Mission(39:33) - Co-Living, Sober Living, and Cash Flow Reality(40:35) - Loving What Is and Challenging Painful Thoughts(41:57) - Erica Connects The Work to Entrepreneurial Fear(42:38) - Sam Checks His Internet Speeds(43:00) - Closing Thanks and Final Takeaway(43:13) - Outro, Subscribe Message, and DisclaimerContact Sam Wegerthttps://samwegert.com/https://www.facebook.com/SamWegertRealEstate/https://www.instagram.com/samwegert/https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuelwegert/https://www.youtube.com/@samwegertSam Wegert's story is a powerful reminder that the best investment strategy is not just about cash flow. It is about building something that serves people, creates connection, and gives working families a better path forward. If this episode challenged the way you think about housing, wealth, loneliness, and purpose, keep learning, keep building, and keep choosing a life that matters. For more conversations that help you grow your income, your mindset, and your mission, visit https://reiagent.comIs success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor's Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

I sat down with Ron Radziner and Leo Marmol to dig into why building in Southern California feels like an uphill battle and how we can actually fix it. After their talk at WestEdge, I caught up with Ron and Leo to process everything discussed. We're at a major inflection point in Southern California, and I wanted to know how their perspective has shifted since they started back in ’89. We dove into the “fucking NIMBYs,” the skyrocketing costs of construction, and why our current zoning laws are essentially a slow-motion economic disaster. From the lessons of the Palisades fires to the potential of prefab, we explored what it actually takes to build a sustainable community when the deck is stacked against you. Designer Resources Pacific Sales Kitchen and Home. Where excellence meets expertise. TimberTech – Real wood beauty without the upkeep Shelter Republic – Request your membership invitation The Cost of Inequality: Ron shared his deep worry about the growing gap between the middle class and the ultra-wealthy, and how rising construction costs are making it nearly impossible to provide housing for anyone in between. Zoning is the Real Bottleneck: We agreed that the talent and desire to build are there, but we lack the political will to let architects do their jobs. Our current planning and zoning laws are the primary hurdles to building quickly and affordably. The Density Myth: Leo pushed back hard on the idea that density is the problem. He pointed out that 72% of our residential land is locked into single-family homes, which simply can’t support the housing volume we need. Stopping the Sprawl: We talked about the need to stop sprawling into high-risk wildfire zones like Riverside County and instead focus on density and infill within the urban core. Limits on Community Vetoes: While community input matters, Leo argued there has to be a point where the litigation stops. We can't let individual voices stall essential progress like bike lanes and sustainable housing forever. The Prefab Opportunity: With so many similar lots needing to be rebuilt in the Palisades and Altadena, Ron sees a massive opening for high-quality prefab construction to get people back into homes faster. Lessons from Lortondale: I brought up my move to Tulsa and the Lortondale community—a whole neighborhood of mid-century modern tract homes that are still intact, in demand, and haven’t been commodified out of reach. It's proof that mass-produced architecture can have a soul and stay accessible. Applicable Elements and Links Marmol Radziner: https://www.marmol-radziner.com/ WestEdge Design Fair: https://www.westedgedesign.com/ Lortondale, Tulsa: https://www.lortondale.com/ California Coastal Commission: https://www.coastal.ca.gov/ California ADU Handbook: https://www.hcd.ca.gov/policy-and-programming/accessory-dwelling-units CEQA Overview: https://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/CEQA

In this episode, Cody Crabb interviews Avi Kaufman, co-founder of FutureLot, about how AI-powered tools are transforming real estate development. They explore how FutureLot helps investors, homeowners, and builders quickly assess property potential, navigate zoning laws, and streamline decision-making to address the housing shortage.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Alderman Bennett Lawson discusses historical developments in his 44th Ward and how that success can be applied across the City of Chicago! Alderman Lawson jumps right in by explaining the successful development in Wrigleyville including partnering with the Ricketts family! He breaks down successful developments including Advocate Masonic Hospital in Lakeview and across the 44th Ward. Alderman Lawson gives practical advice for developers to help increase the chance of having aldermanic support on potential projects! He dives deep on the ADU Pilot Program, its city wide expansion, and how it can best be leveraged to bring much needed housing supply to the city. This show is full of golden insights on Zoning and Development that you won't want to miss! If you enjoy today's episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ============= Guest: Alderman Bennett Lawson, City of Chicago 44th Ward Link: Alderman Lawson's Instagram Link: Chicago ADU Program Link: Chicago's Great Fire (Book Recommendation) Link: Tom Moore (Zoning Attorney) Guest Questions:  01:55 Housing Provider Tip - Leverage rent payment services to allow tenants to build their credit history! 03:38 Intro to our guest, Alderman Lawson! 10:55 The development history of Wrigleyville! 18:20 Previous developments in the 44th Ward. 23:30 Advice for developers seeking support from aldermen. 27:18 The background of the Chicago ADU Program! 31:41 Lessons learned from the ADU Pilot Program. 44:08 Potential solutions for the housing supply issue. 48:50 What is your competitive advantage? 49:11 One piece of advice for new investors. 49:35 What do you do for fun? 49:48 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  50:48 Local Network Recommendation?  51:15 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.

In this episode, Bill DiConza shares his expertise in land use, property subdivision, and real estate investment in Long Island's Hamptons and North Fork. Discover his strategic approach to property acquisition, subdivision, and building a sustainable land development business.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Why is homeownership slipping further out of reach for so many Americans? In this episode of American Potential, David From sits down with Michigan realtor Anna Louise to explore the real barriers facing today's housing market. Drawing from her firsthand experience, Anna breaks down how local zoning laws, rising regulatory costs, and outdated policies are limiting new development, blocking innovative housing solutions, and making it harder for families—young and old—to find a place to call home. From rural townships to growing communities, Anna shares how “one-size-fits-all” rules often miss the mark—and why empowering local solutions, alongside smart state and federal reforms, is key to expanding opportunity. She also offers practical ideas for how we can restore affordability, flexibility, and a clearer path to homeownership.

LIVE SHOW TOUR INFO HERE. New stories, live tapings, special guests, book signings and more. What would you build on a piece of land when all the normal rules go out the window?On today's show, how the Squamish Nation reclaimed a sliver of prime urban real estate and were liberated from zoning restrictions, to the consternation of their wealthy NIMBY neighbors.We trace the 100 year saga of what might be the most interesting real estate development in North America right now: There's a violent eviction, a tense legal battle, and a giant, tough decision for the Squamish Nation that culminates in the daring project that they're building today.It's a story with lessons for every city trying to lower housing costs and build more.This episode is adapted from Planet Money: A Guide To The Economic Forces That Shape Your Life. Pre-order before April 7 and you can get a poster. Details here. The working paper we mentioned on “ready-to-issue” permits in Los Angeles.Subscribe to Planet Money+Listen free: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, the NPR app or anywhere you get podcasts.Facebook / Instagram / TikTok / Our weekly Newsletter.This episode was produced by Sam Yellowhorse Kesler with an assist from Emma Peaslee. It was edited by Jess Jiang, fact-checked by Sierra Juarez and engineered by Cena Loffredo. Alex Goldmark is Planet Money's executive producer. To manage podcast ad preferences, review the links below:See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy