FAQ: Insights from Ken McCarren, President of MBK Rental Living

What is Ken McCarren’s background before joining MBK Rental Living?

Ken McCarren has over 30 years of experience in multifamily real estate, including roles at Merage Investment Group, Irvine Company, and BRE. Before real estate, he served as a Special Agent for the FBI.

What sets MBK Rental Living apart from other multifamily developers?

MBK Rental Living focuses on building communities with resident gathering spaces and amenities designed to foster a sense of belonging and lasting friendships among residents.

What milestones has MBK Rental Living achieved under Ken McCarren’s leadership?

Under Ken McCarren’s leadership, MBK Rental Living has over 4,500 apartment homes in active development across 14 communities in California and two in Colorado.

What is Ken McCarren’s educational background?

Ken McCarren earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business from California State University at Long Beach, is a Certified Public Accountant, and holds the designation of Certified Property Manager from the Institute of Real Estate Management.

What inspired Ken McCarren to enter the real estate industry?

After serving as an FBI agent, Ken McCarren was offered a position managing an apartment portfolio for a bank, which ignited his passion for creating homes where individuals and families can flourish.

What types of amenities does MBK Rental Living prioritize in its communities?

MBK Rental Living prioritizes amenities like kitchen islands, resident gathering spaces, fire pits, well-landscaped open spaces, BBQ areas, and dog parks to enhance community living.

How has MBK Rental Living’s footprint grown under Ken McCarren’s tenure?

MBK Rental Living has significantly expanded its development projects, now managing over 4,500 apartment homes across multiple communities in California and Colorado.

What is Ken McCarren’s vision for MBK Rental Living?

Ken McCarren’s vision is to create communities where residents can form lasting friendships and flourish, instilling this passion in his team as their guiding principle.