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Philadelphia joins San Fran, bans revenue management software
San Francisco's ban is in effect, while Philadelphia's is awaiting the mayor's signature.
By Mary Salmonsen • Updated Oct. 29, 2024 -
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Will customers leave RealPage in light of legal action?
Some users may feel pressure to make a decision about the revenue management product as current litigation works its way through the courts, according to one observer.
By Keith Loria • Oct. 16, 2024 -
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Tech suppliers fear RealPage suits will have ‘chilling effect’ on data sharing
Apartment industry vendors say operators are getting skittish about how their information is used.
By Leslie Shaver • Oct. 14, 2024 -
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Sponsored by Deep Sentinel71% of apartment renters want better security — Is your building prepared?
A new survey reveals that only 50% of tenants believe their apartment’s current security measures prevent crime.
Oct. 14, 2024 -
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Maryland becomes latest state to seal eviction records
Any case that does not end in the renter’s removal must be shielded from the public — including tenant screening services — within 60 days.
By Mary Salmonsen • Oct. 9, 2024 -
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New California laws tighten renter protections
The legislation includes new requirements for security deposit deductions and restrictions on certain fees.
By Mary Salmonsen • Oct. 2, 2024 -
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Invitation Homes settles 3-year FTC investigation for $48M
The Dallas-based rental home provider is accused of charging junk fees, deceptive pricing, inspection issues and unfair eviction practices.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 25, 2024 -
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Research points to the downsides of rent control
A new review of over 100 studies shows a variety of negative impacts around policies that regulate rent.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 20, 2024 -
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Family of woman killed in Maryland apartment fire sues property manager
The wrongful death lawsuit seeks $2.3 million from the owner and operator of Arrive Silver Spring.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 18, 2024 -
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Owners of more than 8,000 units sue NJ town over new fees
Among other requirements, landlords in Edison must pay $100 per unit per year.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 13, 2024 -
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Minnesota bans pot smoking, vaping in multifamily properties
The restriction, which went into effect this summer, does not apply to approved medical use.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 12, 2024 -
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Illinois property managers barred from retaliation
The Landlord Retaliation Act, which prohibits rent increases or evictions in response to a tenant complaint, puts landlords in a defensive position, an industry official said.
By Mary Salmonsen • Sept. 10, 2024 -
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RealPage allows customers nationwide to remove nonpublic data
The DOJ’s recent suit against the firm could be a warning to companies to look closely at what data is being provided, who has access to it and how it is being used, according to a lawyer.
By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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Opportunities abound in California despite challenges for developers
Amid hurdles posed by regulatory complexities and shifting market dynamics, many firms remain bullish about the Golden State’s multifamily outlook.
By Keith Loria • Sept. 3, 2024 -
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Q&AWill New York City make landlords provide air conditioning?
Coordinating any such mandate with the city's building decarbonization law requirements could reduce the burden it might create for building owners, climate chief Rohit Aggarwala explained.
By Ysabelle Kempe • Aug. 29, 2024 -
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Deep DiveAn air conditioning law, the first in its region, changed tenants’ rights in this Maryland county
Montgomery County began requiring landlords to provide AC in 2020 amid climate concerns and renter complaints. Despite a shaky start, officials say things are going smoothly now.
By Ysabelle Kempe • Aug. 27, 2024 -
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Deep DiveShould tenants have a right to cooling? More cities say yes amid record heat.
As rental cooling standards pop up around the country, experts warn that they aren’t a perfect solution to the rising danger of scorching temperatures.
By Ysabelle Kempe • Aug. 26, 2024 -
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Colorado sees a wave of landlord-tenant rules
Property owners have new laws to follow, including those focused on for-cause evictions, price stabilization in disasters and right of first refusal.
By Mary Salmonsen • Aug. 16, 2024 -
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23 mayors oppose California’s rent control ballot measure
Proposition 33 would repeal the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act, allowing local governments to set rent control without restrictions.
By Mary Salmonsen • Aug. 15, 2024 -
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San Francisco passes ban on revenue management software in rental housing
The ordinance, which has not yet been enacted, imposes a penalty of up to $1,000 per unit per month.
By Mary Salmonsen • Aug. 13, 2024 -
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More housing, fewer offices: San Francisco mayor proposes zoning change
Certain projects currently must include a minimum amount of office space. The city’s proposed legislation would change that.
By Ysabelle Kempe • Aug. 9, 2024 -
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Biden announces plan to cap rent increases nationwide
Under the proposal, owners with 50 or more units would lose certain tax breaks if they raise rent by more than 5% per year.
By Mary Salmonsen • July 17, 2024 -
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DOJ reportedly planning RealPage civil suit
The Justice Department is probing the exchange of pricing information and even vacancy rates, according to Politico.
By Leslie Shaver • July 17, 2024 -
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How California’s junk fee laws could impact legislation nationwide
The state is now a testing ground for rules affecting how hotels and other accommodations display mandatory fees.
By Noelle Mateer • July 8, 2024 -
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AIR sued by former tenant alleging illegal security deposit deductions
The class action lawsuit claims the property owner violated the Massachusetts Security Deposit Law.
By Mary Salmonsen • July 1, 2024
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