How Washington’s war on ‘Wall Street landlords’ could backfire on Gen Z renters

Congress passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a bipartisan bill restricting institutional ownership of single-family homes to address housing affordability. However, analysis by John Burns Research suggests the law may reduce rental supply, increase rents, and hinder new construction, contradicting its intended goals. The bill reflects growing political pressure against 'Wall Street landlords' but faces criticism for potentially worsening the housing crisis.