

Don Mullen –Single-Family Rentals at Pretium (Capital Allocators, EP.324)
21 snips Jun 29, 2023
Don Mullen, Founder and CEO of Pretium Partners, shares insights from his extensive Wall Street career and the rise of single-family rentals. He discusses identifying opportunities in this market and how Pretium has become one of the largest owners of single-family rentals in the U.S. Mullen delves into property management innovations and the role of technology in scaling operations. He also addresses the complexities of public relations within the rental sector and outlines ambitious growth plans for the future.
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Wall Street Entry
- Don Mullen's entry into Wall Street began with a summer job in fixed income research in 1979.
- He believes he got the job due to his father's similar occupation to the hirer's, creating a relatable connection.
Wall Street Culture
- Wall Street firms, despite perceived differences, share more similarities than differences.
- A CEO's personality significantly influences a firm's culture, risk-taking, and overall success.
Scaling and Liquidity
- Scaling requires the expectation that efficiency will be rewarded with increased volume.
- Credit derivatives succeeded because they offered greater liquidity than traditional securities by allowing dynamic risk trading.