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
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on July 28, 2026Dr. Perrryman discusse the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act.
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- housing
What does the Texas housing market look like?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 24, 2026Dr. Perryman discusses the Texas housing market.
What is the status of the Texas housing market?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on March 20, 2026Dr. Perryman discusses the Texas housing market.
Housing Hope
Column Published in syndication July 22, 2026In a rare bipartisan effort, both the US House and Senate recently passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, the most significant federal housing law in decades. The goal of the legislation is to make housing more affordable, primarily by encouraging expansion in supply. It's a basic economic principle that when demand is higher than supply, there will be upward pressure on prices. Across the nation, the shortage of housing is estimated to be 5.5 million units, with particularly acute issues in some locations (including many parts of Texas).
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Housing
Column Published in syndication March 25, 2026We are finally seeing some balance returning to the Texas housing market, although notable issues remain (particularly affordability and supply). Prices are flattening and even dropping in some areas, and houses are staying on the market considerably longer than a few years ago. However, the current situation is more a reflection of slowing economic growth than a massive correction, and some buyers are benefiting.