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GFWAR Community Connections

GFWAR Community Connections

by Greater Fort Worth Association of Realtors

Non-Profit Business News

Season 1

Community Connections Episode 6: Inside City of Fort Worth's Neighborhood Services Department

Join CEO Suzanne Westrum as she sits down with Kacey Thomas, Director of the City of Fort Worth's Neighborhood Services Department, to discuss the department’s role and programs, including down payment assistance and residential and commercial real estate programs the department supports. The conversation also covers the recent bond election and key information REALTORS® should know about the department.

Trinity Habitat: Where Housing Solutions Meet Community Impact

Join us as CEO Suzanne Westrum sits down with Trinity Habitat CEO Gage Yager to talk about the mission of Trinity Habitat and their role in expanding access to homeownership in our community. In this conversation, we'll explore how Trinity Habitat partners with the real estate industry, the impact their work has on local families, and how REALTORS® can get involved and support their efforts.

NTX Council: What's Happening in Southern Denton County and Beyond

In this episode of Community Connections, GFWAR's CEO Suzanne Westrum chats with Brent Myers, Chair of the NTX Council, to take a closer look at what’s happening in Southern Denton County and across the region. We break down what the NTX Council is and the key issues shaping growth in the market as well as what makes this part of North Texas unique. Tune in for a timely conversation on regional impact and what it means for the future of our communities.

What's Driving the Fort Worth Apartment Market

In this episode of Community Connections, hosted by GFWAR CEO Suzanne Westrum, we’re joined by Perry Pillow, CEO of the Fort Worth Apartment Association. Suzanne and Perry dive into the current multifamily market, the advocacy issues impacting rental housing, and the trends shaping development across our region. They also explore how single-family and multifamily housing aren’t competing forces, but part of the same housing spectrum — each playing a vital role in meeting the needs of our growing communities.

Strengthening Fort Worth Business: Inside the FWMBCC

In this episode, we sit down with Michelle Green Ford, President and CEO of the Fort Worth Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce to talk about the importance of building strong, inclusive business communities. We explore the Chamber’s impact, opportunities for collaboration, and how working together helps strengthen our local economy.

The Housing Market: 2025 in Review, 2026 Ahead

In this episode, GFWAR's 2026 President Shawn Buck joins us to recap the 2025 housing market and break down the key trends that shaped it. We also look ahead to what those lessons mean for today’s market and what buyers, sellers, and industry professionals should be watching next.