Equity Residential (EQR) Proxy filing summary

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of ten trustees is proposed, with each nominee recommended for approval by the board.

• Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for 2026 is recommended.

• Advisory approval of executive compensation is included as a voting item.

• Proxies are authorized to vote on any other matters that may arise during the meeting or its adjournment.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Ten individuals are nominated for election as trustees, reflecting the board's recommended slate.

Executive compensation and say-on-pay

• Shareholders are asked to approve executive compensation on an advisory basis.