Empowering the Next Generation of Home Building With Qadra Evans

In this episode:

Qadra Evans, Director of Industry Relations for New Construction at Zillow, discusses the evolving landscape of the real estate market, focusing on consumer preferences, the role of technology in home building, and the importance of workforce development. Qadra shares insights from her role at Zillow, highlighting trends such as the increasing significance of pets in home buying decisions and the growing interest in accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as a solution to the affordability crisis. She also explores how builders are adapting to economic challenges and the expectations of younger buyers regarding smart home technology. The discussion concludes with a focus on the She Built Foundation and its efforts to inspire the next generation in the skilled trades.

Timestamps:

00:00 The Appeal of New Construction 03:14 The Rise of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) 05:51 Consumer Preferences and Market Trends 11:50 The Impact of Technology on Home Building 19:13 Workforce Development in Home Building

About Qadra:

As the Director of Industry Relations for New Construction at Zillow, Qadra creates and nurtures strategic partnerships with homebuilders across the country, leveraging 20+ years of real estate experience and expertise. In her role, she shares valuable insights, data, and research with the industry, and showcase Zillow's innovative products and solutions that help homebuilders reach and engage more homebuyers online. She is passionate about elevating the skilled trades within underrepresented communities, and is a member of the Executive Leadership Team at The House That She Built, a community of 20 female leaders who aim to overcome the international labor shortage in construction.

Acknowledgment:

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