On the House
On the House
Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation
Welcome to On the House, a podcast focusing on homeownership and the home buying process. On the House is produced by the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation, a nonprofit that provides down payment grants and tax credits to home buyers. Learn more at www.tsahc.org. 
Episode 47: 2026 Multifamily Housing Forecast
What will 2026 mean for the rental and multifamily housing market? In this episode, we explore the rental and multifamily housing forecast for 2026 with Khayree Duckett of Dominium Apartments and Megan Lasch of O-SDA Industries. We discuss how shifting capital markets, lower tax credit pricing, construction slowdowns, rent growth expectations, and more are shaping development decisions across Texas. Tune in for insights on what housing professionals should be watching and how the multif...
Feb 12
1 hr 6 min
Episode 46: 2026 Homebuying Forecast (Part Two)
The path to homeownership is evolving, and 2026 will be no exception. This episode is Part Two of a two-part conversation where we continue our discussion with Jed Guenther (Lakeview Loan Servicing), John Hudson (H&M Mortgage), and Christy Gessler (Texas REALTORS®). In this second half, the conversation shifts to the policy environment shaping housing, how AI is influencing the market, and key predictions for what lies ahead in 2026. Listeners will walk away with a clearer understanding o...
Jan 22
41 min
Episode 46: 2026 Homebuying Forecast (Part One)
The path to homeownership is evolving, and 2026 will be no exception. This episode is Part One of a two-part conversation where we sit down with Jed Guenther (Lakeview Loan Servicing), John Hudson (H&M Mortgage), and Christy Gessler (Texas REALTORS®) to break down what buyers can expect. In this first half of the conversation, we dig into interest rates, insurance, inventory, and other market fundamentals. With these insights, listeners get a practical look at the challenges and opportuni...
Jan 14
38 min
Episode 45: Recapping Texas' 89th Legislative Session
The legislative session may be over, but the conversation is just getting started. In this episode, we break down Texas’ 89th Legislative Session with Bryan Tony (Dallas Housing Coalition) and Todd Kercheval (Kercheval & Associates), exploring the legislative progress made for affordable housing and what it means for the future of housing policy in Texas.
Aug 7, 2025
1 hr 6 min
Episode 44: Celebrating 30 Years of TSAHC with President David Long
In honor of TSAHC’s 30th anniversary, we’re sitting down with someone who’s been there nearly every step of the way. In this special anniversary episode, host Michael Wilt speaks with David Long, President of the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation (TSAHC), to reflect on 30 years of impact, growth, and innovation. From the organization’s early beginnings to its current role in expanding housing opportunities across Texas, David shares stories, milestones, and insights from his decades ...
Jul 17, 2025
43 min
Episode 43: An Interview with Sally Gaskin
What does it take to turn a vision for supportive housing into a place people can call home? In this episode, Michael Wilt sits down with Sally Gaskin, Founder and President of SGI Ventures, to talk about Cady Lofts, a newly opened supportive housing development in Austin, Texas. Sally shares the story behind the project, the challenges and successes along the way, and how Cady Lofts will serve some of Austin’s most vulnerable residents.
Jul 10, 2025
32 min
Episode 42: An Inside Look at the Home Buying Process
Mireille Hernandez and her husband love Fort Worth and knew they wanted to buy a home there. Their parents live close by, and it was very important to them to raise their two children close to their grandparents. Mireille learned about TSAHC’s home buyer programs through her lender Stacy Lynn Schriever, Branch Manager and Senior Loan Officer with Highlands Residential Mortgage. With Stacy’s help, they stuck to a strict budget to overcome credit challenges, qualify for TSAHC’s assistance, and ...
Jun 12, 2025
1 hr 17 min
Episode 41: Mortgage Interest Hacks
Interest rates are an important factor to consider for any loan since they help you determine the cost of borrowing money. And, because buying a home is one of the most major financial decisions that most average Americans ever make, mortgage interest rates are even more worthy of our time and attention. In this episode of On the House, we brought in John H.P. Hudson with H & M Mortgage Group to take a look at a couple ways that home buyers can save money on their mortgage.
Feb 20, 2025
44 min
Episode 40: Legislative Preview Part Two - Homeownership
Texas' 89th Legislative session kicked off January 14th, and tackling Texas’ housing affordability challenges will likely be a high priority. To keep our listeners informed, Michael Wilt sat down with Meredyth Fowler with Texas Mortgage Bankers Association and Tray Bates with Texas REALTORS® to preview the session and analyze the issues, policies, and potential bills that impact homeownership in Texas. Please note: This episode was recorded in December 2024, prior to the start of the legisl...
Jan 23, 2025
1 hr 19 min
Episode 39: Legislative Preview Part One - Rental Housing
Texas' 89th Legislative session kicked off January 14th, and tackling Texas’ housing affordability challenges will likely be a high priority. To keep our listeners informed, Michael Wilt sat down with Roger Arriaga with the Texas Affiliation of Affordable Housing Providers and Todd Kercheval with Kercheval & Associates to preview the session and analyze the issues, policies, and potential bills that impact rental housing. Please note: This episode was recorded in December 2024, pri...
Jan 20, 2025
1 hr 23 min
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