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Property Desk
Hosted by Philip Silberman · EN
Welcome to Property Desk, the official podcast of Silberman Realty, where Texas residential real estate takes center stage. Hosted by real estate broker and attorney, Phil Silberman, each episode dives into property management, brokerage insights, market trends, and practical tips for investors, homeowners, and industry pros alike.
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Mortgage Rates Hit 3 Year Low, TX Bans Some Foreign Real Estate Buyers, Austin & Fort Worth Market Updates
Sep 1800:29:58Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Property Desk, join Phil Silberman and Robert Vernon as they discuss the recent drop in mortgage rates, with 30-year fixed rates hitting a three-year low of 6.13%. We'll also cover two new Texas laws: HB 21, which closes a loophole allowing Housing Finance Corporations to authorize tax-exempt projects outside their geographic boundaries , and SB 17, which prohibits real estate purchases by individuals and entities from countries deemed a "threat" to the U.S.. Plus, we'll dive into the Austin market, noting a 4.3% increase in transactions and discuss the Fort Worth market's shift toward a buyer's market. Don't miss this episode for key insights on these important market and legal topics!
Transcribe →Southlake Mansion Auction, 1,000 New Homes Coming to Fort Bend, Emma Stone's Austin Mansion & TREC Rule Changes
Aug 1900:36:08Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Property Desk, Join Phil Silberman and Robert Vernon as they dive into a Southlake megamansion auction, a new 1,000-home development in rural Fort Bend County, and actress Emma Stone's decision to sell her Austin mansion. They also discuss SB 1968, a TREC housekeeping bill that requires brokers to take a real estate course to get their license and makes subagency illegal. Additionally, they talk about the importance of The Work Number for tenant screening and determining the right application fee amount.
Transcribe →DFW & Austin Market Updates, Flood Insurance an Issue in Central TX, Senior Renters, Oral Leases & Tenant Gag Clauses
Jul 18, 202500:28:55Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Property Desk, Phil and Robert break down the latest shifts in the DFW and Austin housing markets, the insurance disaster facing Central Texas flood victims, and the mounting crisis in Texas’ commercial office space. They also cover the rise of senior renters across the state and tackle two key legal topics: non-disparagement clauses in leases and the risks of unwritten rental agreements.
Transcribe →Raising Cane's Owner Buys Luxe Dallas Penthouse, Property Tax Cut Goes to a Vote, Realtor.com Secrets & Rent Collection Tips
Jun 18, 202500:35:46Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Property Desk, hosts Phil Silberman and Robert Vernon delve into the latest developments shaking up the Texas real estate scene. From ultra-luxury condo projects in Dallas—where one billionaire buyer might be installing a dinosaur skeleton—to updates on SALT tax legislation and a major Texas homestead exemption increase, there's something for every real estate enthusiast. The duo also explores the best methods for collecting rent and deposits in the “Management Minute” segment and uncovers the surprising corporate ownership behind Realtor.com in “Let’s Get Legal.” Tune in for an informative and entertaining take on the evolving residential landscape in Texas.
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