Is Zillow really buying all the houses?

Jerusalem Demsas, a Vox policy reporter and co-host of The Weeds, tackles the myths surrounding Zillow's influence on the housing market. She dispels the conspiracy that Zillow is buying up all the houses and discusses their flawed iBuying strategy. The conversation highlights challenges first-time homebuyers face amid institutional investors and explores how restrictive zoning laws exacerbate the housing crisis. Demsas also examines legislative efforts in California and the limitations of federal initiatives in addressing the urgent need for affordable housing.