Get ahead of the curve at The Central Texas Housing Summit, Unlock MLS and ABoR's premier housing event of the year! Join industry leaders, economic experts, and top real estate professionals for a high-impact morning packed with insight, innovation, and invaluable connections.
🔹 Stay Informed – Gain expert perspectives on both national and local market trends
🔹 Discover What's New – Be the first to learn about an exciting new ABoR member benefit
🔹 Get the Inside Scoop – Hear from an expert panel as they break down how city trends are shaping the future of Central Texas real estate
Enjoy a delicious breakfast while networking with colleagues and expanding your professional circle. Whether you’re looking to stay informed, connect with peers, or get inspired, this is the event you won't want to miss!
Agenda:
9:00 AM | Committee Open House with Breakfast & Networking
9:30 – 9:35 AM | Welcome
9:35 – 10:05 AM | The Big Picture: National Housing Trends with Hannah Jones
Get the coast-to-coast view from Hannah Jones, Senior Economic Research Analyst at realtor.com®. Hannah will unpack the latest national housing indicators—from inventory and mortgage rates to buyer demand, prices, and time on market—and put them in context with broader economic forces. You'll walk away with clear, actionable insights on where the U.S. market is headed next and what it means for your strategy in the months ahead.
10:05–10:35 AM | Looking Back, Moving Forward: Central Texas Housing Market Then & Now
Join Unlock MLS Market Research Advisor Vaike O’Grady for a data-driven look at how today’s housing market stacks up against 2010, when the region was emerging from recession. Vaike will break down the key differences between then and now, providing valuable context for where our market stands in 2025. She’ll also share the latest trends shaping Central Texas real estate today.
10:35-10:45 AM | New Benefit Launch
10:45-11:30 AM | Panel – From Runway to Rooftop: How Economic Growth is Transforming Central Texas Real Estate and Development
Hear directly from regional leaders about how our region’s economic engine is reshaping our local real estate landscape. Panelists include:
Moderator, Emily Girard, CEO, Unlock MLS & ABoR
Jeremy Martin, President & CEO, Austin Chamber of Commerce
Kyle Carvell, Airport Relations Officer, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
April Whitaker, Regional President, Taylor Morrison Austin Division
11:30 AM-12:00 PM | Closing and Panel Breakout Sessions