Rent, Build, Repeat: Why Build-to-Rent is the Future of Housing | Jake & Gino Podcast

Welcome back to the Jake & Gino Podcast. Today, we're diving deep into the Build-to-Rent (BTR) revolution with real estate powerhouse Richard Ross, CEO of Quinn Residences. With over 40 years in real estate, Richard has seen it all, but his latest venture into purpose-built rental communities is changing the game.In this episode, we cover:The evolution of Build-to-Rent communitiesWhy renters prefer purpose-built homes over apartmentsInvestor opportunities and risks in the BTR spaceHow technology and smart homes are shaping the rental marketThe impact of land prices, interest rates, and construction costsIs Build-to-Rent the future of real estate? Can it solve the housing shortage? Would you invest in Build-to-Rent? Drop your thoughts in the comments.Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & RSS Feeds.Subscribe and turn on notifications for more real estate insights. Chapters:00:00 - Introduction  00:58 - How Richard Got Into Build-to-Rent Real Estate  03:51 - The Risks & Rewards of BTR Investments  11:52 - What Renters Really Want: Fenced Yards, Smart Homes & More  14:39 - The Role of Technology in Build-to-Rent Communities  17:23 - Land Prices & The Challenge of Expanding BTR  25:26 - Post-COVID Construction: Sourcing Readily Available Materials  34:28 - The Evolution of Debt in Build-to-Rent  38:57 - The Aesthetics of Build-to-Rent: Does Design Impact Demand  40:53 - The Future of Build-to-Rent: Market Predictions  43:20 - Gino Wraps it Up We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs...  About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.