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During a time of great uncertainty and rapid change, connection and information is a more important resource than ever before. Today's issues could be amplified or altered in a matter of days or hours, so it is vital that organizations and thought leaders frequently share knowledge, dispel rumors, and offer insight.

Hosted by Professor and Lusk Center Director Richard K. Green, Lusk Perspectives offers timely analysis and shares accurate data vetted by leading experts on the latest developments and observations concerning policy, real estate, urban economics and more.

Once interviews are conducted, resources and videos will be made available here and on podcast channels as soon as possible.

Latest Perspectives

Home Builders: Today and in the Future

May 26, 2020

Adrian Foley President and COO
Scott B. Laurie President and CEO

Scott B. Laurie and Adrian Foley join Richard Green (Director, USC Lusk Center) to discuss the state of the home building market, how COVID-19 has impacted the process of purchasing a new home, and how the industry is adapting to meet the needs of its customers. Green fields questions about the software The Olson Company and Brookfield Residential have found helpful, what the CARES Act expiration date in July means for employment, and what long-term changes could be here to stay.

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Commercial Real Esate Market Updates and Overview

May 27, 2020

Stanley Iezman Chairman and CEO
Rachel Elias Wein Founder and CEO
David B. Dollinger Principal
Lisa Reddy Vice President, Leasing Officer

Industry leaders Lisa Reddy, David Dollinger, Stanley Iezman, Rachel Elias Wein join Lusk Director Richard Green to provide updates and analysis on commercial retail, industrial, and office spaces.

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International Relations and Global Market Overview

July 07, 2020

Colin Barrow sits down with Richard Green to detail the state of affairs in Europe as both Great Britain and the European Union begin to navigate the way into COVID-19 recovery. Barrow points out that though GDP (Gross Domestic Product) has dropped considerably, businesses continue to float due to government intervention. Richard Green asks questions about the European outlook on state-run relief policies, increasing supply chain redundancies, and the long-term fiscal implications of governments paying back loans.

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