The Real View

Ohio REALTORS

Everyone knows real estate is complex. Whether you’re a first time home buyer or a seasoned broker, this podcast has something for you. Join us as we connect you to industry innovators and influencers keeping you with the real view of real estate.

  1. 1d ago

    Ohio Policy Talk # 26 | Seat at the Table: How Chambers Help Communities Grow

    In this episode of Ohio Policy Talks, Anastasia and Veronica are joined by Emily Ahouse from the City of Cincinnati and Pete Metz from the Cincinnati Regional Chamber. Together, they discuss how Cincinnati is bringing the public and private sectors together to support housing, development, and long-term regional momentum. The conversation explores what has helped drive investment in the Cincinnati region, how housing fits into the larger economic picture, and what other Ohio communities can learn from Cincinnati’s approach. For REALTOR® members, this episode offers insight into how collaboration and local partnerships can shape the communities where people live and invest. Full Description / Show Notes Hear from Emily Ahouse and Pete Metz about their roles and how their work connects to Cincinnati’s future.Learn what has helped drive Cincinnati’s recent momentum and investment.Explore how Cincinnati is approaching housing as part of its broader economic strategy.Understand why public-private partnerships matter and how they can help move projects forward.Dive into how Cincinnati is balancing new development with the character of its neighborhoods.Discover how community development connects to workforce attraction and business needs.Hear about projects and initiatives in Cincinnati that are helping shape what comes next.Learn what other Ohio communities can take away from Cincinnati’s experience with housing, development, and collaboration.See why this conversation matters for REALTOR® members who are watching how local decisions shape housing opportunities and neighborhood investment.

  2. Aug 3

    Ohio Policy Talk #25: Building Ready - How Lima is Tackling Housing Needs

    In this episode of Ohio Policy Talks, Anastasia and Veronica sit down with Lima Mayor Sharetta Smith to discuss how the city is taking a proactive approach to housing through its Build-Ready initiative. Mayor Smith shares what makes Lima unique, how housing demand and affordability pressures are affecting the community, and why the city saw an opportunity to make development easier and more predictable. The conversation also explores the connection between housing and economic development, the partnerships helping move this work forward, and what other Ohio communities can learn from Lima’s approach. For REALTOR® members, this episode offers a practical look at how local governments can help remove barriers to housing development and support long-term community growth. Full Description / Show Notes Hear from Lima Mayor Smith about what makes the city unique and how Lima is thinking about its future.Learn how housing demand and affordability pressures are showing up in Lima and why the city is taking a proactive approach.Dive into Lima’s Build-Ready initiative and how the program is designed to make housing development easier to navigate.Explore why housing availability matters for economic development, workforce attraction, and long-term investment.Understand how partnerships with local leaders, developers, and community stakeholders are helping move the city’s housing efforts forward.Discover what other Ohio communities can learn from Lima’s approach to addressing housing needs.See why this conversation matters for REALTOR® members who are watching housing supply, local development, and community growth in their own markets.

    Ohio Policy Talk #25: Building Ready - How Lima is Tackling Housing Needs
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Everyone knows real estate is complex. Whether you’re a first time home buyer or a seasoned broker, this podcast has something for you. Join us as we connect you to industry innovators and influencers keeping you with the real view of real estate.

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