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Jay Parsons
Affordable Housing
Apartment Construction
Rental Housing Policy
Public-Private Partnerships
Election 2024
Tax Credits
Single-Family Rental (SFR)
Investment Strategies
Economic Feasibility
Reits
Multi-Family Housing
Real Estate Industry
Institutional Investment
Single-Family Rentals
Multifamily Rentals
Supply Chain Issues
Texas
Southern California
Rental Housing
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All things rental housing -- headlines, commentaries and interviews on apartments, SFR, BTR, operations, investments, development, policy and more.

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There are no shortages of false narratives about affordable housing. From the buildings to the renters who live in them, they rarely match the public narratives about them. And also: Just because a developer can get tax credits to build affordable ho... more

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Rental housing economist Jay Parsons dives into the remarkable story of Equity Residential, starting with two fraternity brothers at the University of Michigan in the 1960s through its IPO in the 1990s, its scaling to 225,000 units in 2001 (which inc... more

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Rental housing economist Jay Parsons dives into the multifamily industry's biggest family business, Morgan Properties. Started in the mid-1980s when Mitchell Morgan acquired three apartment communities in suburban Philadelphia with a dollar down, Mor... more

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After avoiding public comment for weeks after the White House announced it proposed ban on institutional investors buying homes, the single-family rental REITs now enter the spotlight for earnings call season. How are they responding? Rental housing ... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Parrell
CEO of Equity Residential
Equity Residential
Episode: EP#75 Mark Parrell | The Evolution of Equity Residential
Jason Morgan
Co-CEO of Morgan Properties, led family business growth
Morgan Properties
Episode: EP#74 Jason Morgan | Inside Multifamily's Biggest Family Business
Rich Hill
Senior Managing Director and Global Head of Real Estate Research and Strategy at Principal Asset Management
Principal Asset Management
Episode: EP#73 Rich Hill | 7 Takeaways From SRF REIT Calls + Finding Opportunities in Rental Housing
Kenny Burgos
CEO of the New York Apartment Association and former New York State Legislator
New York Apartment Association
Episode: EP#72 Kenny Burgos | Debacle: NYC Rent Stabilized Apartments
Jana Galan
REIT Analyst and Director at Bank of America Securities
Bank of America Securities
Episode: EP#71 Jana Galan | 7 Takeaways From Apartment REIT Calls
Jeff Weidell
CEO of Northmarq, involved in commercial real estate capital markets.
Northmarq
Episode: EP#70 Jeff Weidell | 5 Takeaways From NMHC Annual Meeting
Michael Comparato
President and head of commercial real estate for Benefit Street Partners
Benefit Street Partners
Episode: EP#69 Michael Comparato | Where's All The Distress?
Carl Whitaker
Chief Economist at RealPage and multi-family researcher
RealPage
Episode: EP#68 Carl Whitaker | Q1 '26 Multifamily Update & Outlook
Josh Coven
Professor of Real Estate at Baruch College and co-winner of the Hoyt Dissertation Award for his paper on institutional investors' impact
Baruch College
Episode: EP#67 Joshua Coven | Top 10 Myths About Institutional Investors In Housing

Host

Jay Parsons
Host focused on data-driven rental housing analysis and market commentary, repeatedly guiding discussions on multifamily, SFR, and policy impacts.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 93 ratings
  • A Must for Every Investor

    Packed with insights you won’t find in a textbook. This podcast makes complex concepts simple and actionable!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jessica Guison
    Philippines8 months ago
  • Appointment listening

    Jay’s insight to multifamily investing is a great way to stay knowledgeable on both macro and more local trends in the market. Jay has a unique way to make the information digestible for both those new to MF investing and industry pros

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Loyal Listener from ATX
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great to have this weekly

    This is like getting a quarterly update that I would wait 3 months for every week. Great work week in and week out!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mstrickler
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fun and Comprehensive Rental Housing Research Coverage

    Jay is likely the most well regarded and followed figure out there in multifamily housing coverage. As an avid multifamily LP investor for the last 13-years, Jay has truly revolutionized my understanding of the asset class. His social media posts and media commentary on the latests data and developments in the market are delivered in such a consumable way for this novice. He seems to know all the top players and is just an amazing one stop shop for all things multifamily. The podcast is the icin... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Unicornonthecobb
    United Statesa year ago
  • Finally!

    Now that Jay released a podcast I don’t have to scour the internet for his many guest appearances on other peoples shows! Jay is a multifamily savant, every investor should be aware of his thoughtful insights and interpretations of the housing market and broader economic trends. Not to mention a generally uplifting all-around great person

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    leahy087
    United Statesa year ago

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The host delivers insights that simplify complex real estate concepts and translate data into practical guidance for investors and operators.
The show is viewed as a high-quality, data-driven resource that helps shape industry understanding and investment decisions.
Listeners appreciate the timely, in-depth market updates and guest expertise across multifamily, SFR, and policy.

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EP#75 Mark Parrell | The Evolution of Equity Residential
Q: Why did EQR shift away from a broad footprint to a higher-value, coastal-focused strategy, and what changed to bring the Sun Belt back into play?
The shift was driven by valuing higher-quality assets, market dynamics, and later re-entry into Sun Belt markets as part of portfolio resilience and growth, balancing risk with opportunities in strong, growing regions.
EP#75 Mark Parrell | The Evolution of Equity Residential
Q: What differentiated Sam Zell's leadership and how did it shape EQR?
Parrell shares stories of Zell's hands-on leadership, resilience during the pandemic, and a collaboration style that emphasized perseverance and backing his team during tough times.
EP#75 Mark Parrell | The Evolution of Equity Residential
Q: Tell us about your background and how you rose to CEO of Equity Residential.
Mark Parrell describes joining Equity Residential in 1999, progressing through finance and operations, and ultimately becoming CEO in 2019, with a track record of navigating through cycles and building a diverse leadership experience.
EP#73 Rich Hill | 7 Takeaways From SRF REIT Calls + Finding Opportunities in Rental Housing
Q: How does private credit affect multifamily, and what would it take for LP equity to rebound?
He argues private CRE debt offers compelling risk-adjusted and income-driven returns; lending volumes should accelerate in 2026 as spreads tighten but conditions improve, while LP equity will rebound as capital returns pick up and fund tiering becomes more pronounced, making selective LP allocations attractive.
EP#73 Rich Hill | 7 Takeaways From SRF REIT Calls + Finding Opportunities in Rental Housing
Q: What is Principal's buy box for niches and geographies in SFR and apartments?
Hill emphasizes not excluding any attractive markets, with selective emphasis on conventional Class A and stronger activity in good Class B assets with light value-add, alongside interest in well-located SFR and BTR and expansion beyond traditional high-growth Sun Belt to the Midwest and Northeast.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Rent Roll

What is The Rent Roll about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on rental housing across sectors—apartment, single-family rental (SFR), and build-to-rent (BTR)—with a data-driven host who regularly interviews industry analysts, operators, and policy voices. Episodes typically unpack market fundamentals, rent trends, demand and supply dynamics, and the impact of policy on capital and operations, often pairing macro context with actionable takeaways for investors, operators, and developers. A standout is the consistent blend of data-heavy analysis, practical operators' perspectives, and timely conversations about growth areas, technology, and policy headwinds shaping the rental housing landscape. For potential listeners, the show is likely to appeal if you want fresh market insights, fre... more

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2. Jason Morgan
3. Rich Hill
4. Kenny Burgos
5. Jana Galan
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7. Michael Comparato
8. Carl Whitaker

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