Priority Midland by the Numbers: An overview presentation
Report Published on August 08, 2019Midland stands at the epicenter of an economic phenomenon of global importance which has created an enormous opportunity for the area. With proactive efforts, Midland can prepare for the challenges ahead and ensure the opportunities associated with oil and gas and related activity benefit the full community.
A Look at the Cost of Housing and Primary Drivers of Recent Increases
Newsletter Published on September 27, 2024 (Vol. 41, No. 05)The cost of housing has risen sharply. Primary reasons for the increase and a perspective on potential future patterns are described in this issue.
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- housing,
- Alamo Region
Priority Midland by the Numbers: Executive Summary
Brief Published on August 15, 2019Midland stands at the epicenter of an economic phenomenon of global importance which has created an enormous opportunity for the area. With proactive efforts, Midland can prepare for the challenges ahead and ensure the opportunities associated with oil and gas and related activity benefit the full community.
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- infrastructure,
- housing,
- quality of place,
- real estate,
- roads,
- education,
- healthcare,
- Permian Basin,
- Midland,
- water,
- oil,
- gas
Priority Midland by the Numbers: Housing
Infographic Published on August 15, 2019Recent advances in the petroleum sector have led major analysts and energy companies to broadly anticipate expansive increases in Permian Basin production over the next few years. Much of this activity will be centered in the Midland area and the resulting growth will bring enormous potential benefits with profound implications for housing. In light of this growth, it is imperative that additional land be available for residential development. Proactive efforts to deal with issues and prepare for the coming growth can position the area to emerge stronger and more prosperous in the future.
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- housing,
- real estate,
- Permian Basin,
- Midland
What is happening in the housing market?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 12, 2025Dr. Perryman discusses the US housing market.
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- housing
How was new home construction in July?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on August 29, 2024Dr. Perryman discusses the new home construction numbers for July.
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- construction,
- housing
What is the impact of inflation and higher interest rates on new home sizes?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on March 20, 2024Dr. Perryman discusses the impact of inflation and higher interest rates on the size of new homes.
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- inflation,
- interest rates,
- housing
How big of a problem is housing affordability?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 09, 2024Dr. Perryman discusses how much Americans are spending on rent and utilities.
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- affordability,
- housing
The Great Stay
Column Published in syndication February 19, 2025We tend to label trends in society and the economy in order to simplify complex issues, with the latest example being the "Great Stay." The name is something of a riff on the Great Resignation, Great Recession, Great Depression, and other great and not-so-great patterns which have been similarly proclaimed. The Great Stay refers to the reduced mobility we are observing at present. There are two major components which are coming together to create this phenomenon.
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- mortgage rates,
- housing,
- jobs
Soaring Shelter Spending
Column Published in syndication February 14, 2024The substantial and rapid increase in the price of housing, whether rented or purchased, has significant implications for millions of households. Wages have been trending upward of late, but with increases in the cost of many items even as overall inflation moderates, many people continue to struggle. The spike in home and apartment prices, which represent the largest expenditure category for most families, is posing difficulties throughout the country. Let's take a brief look.
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- inflation,
- affordability,
- housing