Rhonda Kaysen

David Garcia, a housing policy researcher at UC Berkeley, and Rhonda Kaysen, a New York Times real estate reporter, discuss U.S. housing affordability and supply shortfalls. They cover the Senate housing bill’s provisions, zoning and local incentives, build-to-rent limits, conversion of commercial space, and how policy interacts with market forces like rents, prices, and construction costs.

Rhonda Kaysen, a New York Times contributor and author of the 'Ask Real Estate' column, joins to tackle the complexities of renting in today’s market. She shares vital strategies for finding a rental that truly feels like home by prioritizing your needs. The conversation includes essential advice on touring properties and understanding local neighborhoods. Kaysen also warns about the risks of renting sight unseen and emphasizes the need for renter's insurance, all while encouraging responsible tenant practices and building good relationships with landlords.