January 16, 2025. In previous columns, I have discussed our portfolio of short-term rentals (STRs) and shared insights on purchasing Airbnb stock when it went public.

January 9, 2025. We continue to look back on 2024 and ahead to 2025. A noteworthy trend throughout 2024 was the “lock-in effect.”

January 2, 2025. As we witness a surge in closures, particularly in the wake of shifting consumer habits and economic challenges, the built environment and the real estate industry are being profoundly impacted.

December 26, 2024. Are you considering a new career in the new year? How about real estate?

December 19, 2024. As we approach Christmas, we are making a list and checking it twice—only our list, unlike the Man with the Bag, is focused on real estate issues and worries.

December 12, 2024. The commercial real estate (CRE) brokerage industry is undergoing significant change, driven by advancements in technology, evolving market demands, and societal shifts.

December 5, 2024. Christian Kanady, majority owner of Energy FC, knows how to ensure success of a venture.

November 22, 2024. As you gather around the table this Thanksgiving, may you take a moment to reflect on the blessings in your life. May you find joy in the company of loved ones, strength in your health, and peace in your faith. And may we all carry forward a spirit of gratitude, remembering that in our fast-paced lives, there is always time to stop, reflect, and give thanks.

November 15, 2024. I toured the facility and was surprised and impressed with the engineering and ingenuity of Windel and his staff. Modular factory-built homes are in their infancy but looks promising as an affordable housing solution.

November 8, 2024. Oklahoma’s housing future will take center stage this winter as a series of six Regional Housing Forums are scheduled across the state from November 2024 through February 2025.

November 1, 2024. As interest in sustainable construction continues to rise, ICF homes stand out as a forward-thinking choice that offers both environmental and practical benefits.

October 25, 2024. Last week, PIVOT Awards were presented at the annual Commercial Real Estate Summit hosted by the UCO Real Estate Program. And the winners are……….

October 17, 2024. “A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.” Though this quote is often applied to challenges in life or leadership, to me its wisdom resonates deeply within the world of real estate.

October 10, 2024. As I write this week’s column, I am sitting in a warehouse on Fretz Ave in downtown Edmond supervising the sale of entire households of furniture, appliances, rugs, décor, art, dishes, utensils, fixtures, linens, and other necessities one finds in a typical short-term rental (STR).

October 3, 2024. I just returned from Chicago, where I attended the Association of Real Estate License Law Officials (ARELLO) Annual Conference.

September 25, 2024. Beautiful, well-designed homes can significantly enhance the mental health of the inhabitants. Attractive, well-built surroundings can reduce stress, increase feelings of happiness, and contribute to a sense of peace and contentment.

September 19, 2024. On the night of May 10, 1941, with one of the last bombs of the last serious raid, the British House of Commons was destroyed by the enemy, and leadership had to consider whether to rebuild.

September 13, 2024. On October 16, at the 2024 Commercial Real Estate Summit, hosted by the UCO Real Estate Program, PIVOT Awards will be presented to real estate professionals who have made the most pivotal advances in our industry. 

September 6, 2024. The public’s reaction to this song, and challenges facing urban centers such as overcrowding, high living costs, and environmental concerns, make me speculate if we might see a migration to smaller cities after experiencing movements from rural communities to urban centers in recent years.

August 30, 2024. The preservation of historic buildings often involves substantial government investment, and this can be a point of contention.