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NDP asks competition watchdog to probe potential rent-fixing by corporate landlords | CBC News

NDP calls for Canadian investigation into potential AI-driven rental pricing exploitation by landlords, linked to U.S. antitrust lawsuit.

Rents are still rising across Canada, but at the slowest rate in 2 and a half years | CBC News

Rents in Canada are increasing at a slower pace, with some provinces experiencing unexpected declines while others see significant jumps, especially in secondary markets.

NDP asks competition watchdog to probe potential rent-fixing by corporate landlords | CBC News

NDP calls for Canadian investigation into potential AI-driven rental pricing exploitation by landlords, linked to U.S. antitrust lawsuit.

Rents are still rising across Canada, but at the slowest rate in 2 and a half years | CBC News

Rents in Canada are increasing at a slower pace, with some provinces experiencing unexpected declines while others see significant jumps, especially in secondary markets.
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#housing-market
from Boston.com
2 months ago
US news

Massachusetts landlords face lawsuits over pricing algorithm

RealPage allegedly violated antitrust laws, contributing to rising rents and reduced housing options for millions of Americans.

Study analyzes best NYC boroughs to live in according to your salary

New York City's overall rents continue to rise post-pandemic, impacting living affordability across boroughs.

Feds and eight US states sue RealPage for rent price fixing

RealPage is being sued for antitrust violations by the Justice Department and multiple states for software that hinders rental market competition.

Justice Department Accuses RealPage of Violating Antitrust Laws Through Scheme to Hike Rents

The Justice Department has filed an antitrust lawsuit against RealPage for allegedly facilitating illegal coordination among landlords to raise rent prices.

It's cheaper to rent than buy a home in these California cities. Where to find a deal

Rental prices are decreasing in the United States, leading to affordability in comparison to owning a home in California.

Rental Prices Continue To Fall in 2024, but Just Barely

Rental prices decreased by 0.3% nationally, attributed to increased apartment construction.
Studios saw a 1% decrease in rents, while some Western markets showed rent rebounds.

Massachusetts landlords face lawsuits over pricing algorithm

RealPage allegedly violated antitrust laws, contributing to rising rents and reduced housing options for millions of Americans.

Study analyzes best NYC boroughs to live in according to your salary

New York City's overall rents continue to rise post-pandemic, impacting living affordability across boroughs.

Feds and eight US states sue RealPage for rent price fixing

RealPage is being sued for antitrust violations by the Justice Department and multiple states for software that hinders rental market competition.

Justice Department Accuses RealPage of Violating Antitrust Laws Through Scheme to Hike Rents

The Justice Department has filed an antitrust lawsuit against RealPage for allegedly facilitating illegal coordination among landlords to raise rent prices.

It's cheaper to rent than buy a home in these California cities. Where to find a deal

Rental prices are decreasing in the United States, leading to affordability in comparison to owning a home in California.

Rental Prices Continue To Fall in 2024, but Just Barely

Rental prices decreased by 0.3% nationally, attributed to increased apartment construction.
Studios saw a 1% decrease in rents, while some Western markets showed rent rebounds.
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Your landlord might be using an algorithm to raise rents. If Kamala Harris has her way, that could be banned.

Kamala Harris aims to combat rising housing costs with a plan targeting abusive landlords and collusion practices.
Her housing plan includes specific legislation to prevent algorithm-based rental price fixing.
#realpage

RealPage's algorithm enabled collusion that kept rents high, antitrust lawsuits allege

The Justice Department is suing RealPage Inc. for allegedly enabling landlords to collude on rental prices through its pricing algorithm.
from The Verge
2 months ago

US sues RealPage over rent-setting software that allegedly drove up prices

The DOJ is suing RealPage for allegedly using its rent recommendation algorithm to drive up prices and reduce competition for renters.
from Washington Post
2 months ago

U.S. antitrust case alleges rent collusion enabled by tech firm's software

RealPage is accused of using algorithms to facilitate collusion among landlords, reducing competition in rental pricing.

RealPage's algorithm enabled collusion that kept rents high, antitrust lawsuits allege

The Justice Department is suing RealPage Inc. for allegedly enabling landlords to collude on rental prices through its pricing algorithm.

US sues RealPage over rent-setting software that allegedly drove up prices

The DOJ is suing RealPage for allegedly using its rent recommendation algorithm to drive up prices and reduce competition for renters.

U.S. antitrust case alleges rent collusion enabled by tech firm's software

RealPage is accused of using algorithms to facilitate collusion among landlords, reducing competition in rental pricing.
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#real-estate
from www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Justice Department accuses RealPage of scheme to hike rents

The Justice Department accuses RealPage of facilitating illegal coordination among landlords to increase rental prices, violating antitrust laws.

Where would you live? Here's how far $2,900 a month takes you in Miami Beach

Miami-Dade County typical rent is $2,902/month
Miami Beach is a popular destination for renters globally

Sunset Park, Greenwood, Flatbush Named 'Neighborhoods To Watch'

Sunset Park is the highest-ranked Brooklyn neighborhood on StreetEasy's list of NYC neighborhoods to watch in 2024, with a 4.7% annual rise in searches.
Manhattan is predicted to regain popularity among renters this year as its rental prices begin to drop.

Justice Department accuses RealPage of scheme to hike rents

The Justice Department accuses RealPage of facilitating illegal coordination among landlords to increase rental prices, violating antitrust laws.

Where would you live? Here's how far $2,900 a month takes you in Miami Beach

Miami-Dade County typical rent is $2,902/month
Miami Beach is a popular destination for renters globally

Sunset Park, Greenwood, Flatbush Named 'Neighborhoods To Watch'

Sunset Park is the highest-ranked Brooklyn neighborhood on StreetEasy's list of NYC neighborhoods to watch in 2024, with a 4.7% annual rise in searches.
Manhattan is predicted to regain popularity among renters this year as its rental prices begin to drop.
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#uk-housing-market

House prices grow steadily as eye-watering' rent increases hit

House prices in the UK increased by 2.7% over the past year, while private rents surged 8.6%, demonstrating ongoing pressures in the housing market.

How house prices have fallen in your area as average cost of home at 12-year low

UK house prices fell by 2.1% over the 12 months to November 2023, reaching an average of £285,000
Rental prices in the UK increased by 6.2% in the 12 months to December 2023

House prices grow steadily as eye-watering' rent increases hit

House prices in the UK increased by 2.7% over the past year, while private rents surged 8.6%, demonstrating ongoing pressures in the housing market.

How house prices have fallen in your area as average cost of home at 12-year low

UK house prices fell by 2.1% over the 12 months to November 2023, reaching an average of £285,000
Rental prices in the UK increased by 6.2% in the 12 months to December 2023
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Vea como se postulan: Aaron Peskin recorre la Mision

The power of property management software to influence rental prices and Peskin's activism against it.

Rents Have Dropped Since the Pandemic-but Are Higher in One Surprising Place

Rental prices are down from a year ago and significantly lower compared to pandemic peaks, particularly in top metros like Austin and Las Vegas.

Revealed: the most expensive tube station to rent an office at

The London Underground stations' proximity significantly affects office rental prices.

An in-depth look at the Mass. rental market (April)

Prices are rising in some Boston neighborhoods, like Roxbury, West Roxbury, and Mission Hill, while they are falling in areas such as Beacon Hill and South Boston.

The 5 U.S. Cities Where Rents Are Falling the Most Might Come as a Huge Surprise

Rental prices are decreasing in many metropolitan areas, especially in the South due to increased construction and supply.
Memphis, TN, and Austin, TX experienced significant drops in rental prices, attributed to new construction and increased competition for tenants.
#housing-crisis

Rents are falling in Los Angeles. See where the rest of the state stacks up

Rental prices in Los Angeles County decreased by 2.5% in February 2024 due to a possible softening of demand and population loss.
Despite the average drop in rent, finding affordable rental units in Los Angeles County remains challenging for tenants.

BREAKING: Barcelona to get rid of all tourist rental flats 'by 2028'

Barcelona city council plans to eliminate all 10,000+ tourist flats by 2028, converting them to residential properties to address the housing crisis.

Rents are falling in Los Angeles. See where the rest of the state stacks up

Rental prices in Los Angeles County decreased by 2.5% in February 2024 due to a possible softening of demand and population loss.
Despite the average drop in rent, finding affordable rental units in Los Angeles County remains challenging for tenants.

BREAKING: Barcelona to get rid of all tourist rental flats 'by 2028'

Barcelona city council plans to eliminate all 10,000+ tourist flats by 2028, converting them to residential properties to address the housing crisis.
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An in-depth look at the Mass. apartment market (March)

Rising rental prices in Boston proper
Variations in rental prices by Boston neighborhoods
#rental-market

An in-depth look at the Mass. rental market (Feb.)

New housing construction has fallen in the Boston region, leading to low apartment vacancy rates and higher rental prices.
Half of all renters in the US are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of their income on rent and utilities.

Want a Lease for Less? Not in These Cities, Where Rents Are Still On the Rise

The rental market is becoming slightly more affordable, but prices are still higher than before the pandemic.
Prices are still rising in some major cities, and while price declines are expected, high demand will prevent a big break for renters.

An in-depth look at the Mass. rental market (Feb.)

New housing construction has fallen in the Boston region, leading to low apartment vacancy rates and higher rental prices.
Half of all renters in the US are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of their income on rent and utilities.

Want a Lease for Less? Not in These Cities, Where Rents Are Still On the Rise

The rental market is becoming slightly more affordable, but prices are still higher than before the pandemic.
Prices are still rising in some major cities, and while price declines are expected, high demand will prevent a big break for renters.
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For Boston renters' next crib, Manchester, N.H., makes the shortlist

Manchester, N.H., has become one of the top three cities that Boston renters are searching for, according to a report by Apartment List.
The city's low cost of living, absence of income and sales taxes, and affordable rental prices are attracting Boston renters to Manchester.

Toronto rental prices have dipped slightly. Could a property tax hike change that? | CBC News

Toronto's average rental price is plateauing around $2,800 per month, but a proposed property tax increase could raise prices.
Landlords may seek Above Guideline Increases (AGIs) to pass on the cost of a bigger tax bill to renters, if approved by the Landlord Tenant Board.
#rental prices

Man resorts to $89/night hostel to afford living in NYC

A man has found a way to avoid high rental prices in New York by opting for an $89/night hostel.
The man's living space in the hostel is a small pod-style room measuring 5 by 6 feet.

In defense of the Tenderloin, San Francisco

Living in the Tenderloin neighborhood of San Francisco in 2023 has its challenges
Rent prices for studio apartments in the Tenderloin are the lowest in San Francisco

Workers in Seoul have ditched remote working. Now the capital has the strongest office market in the world.

South Korea's office real estate sector is the strongest in the world.
The high occupancy rate and rising rental prices in Seoul suggest a cultural preference for returning to the office.
Government restrictions and construction disruptions have also contributed to the shortage of office space in South Korea.

Canadian rent prices hit new high for 6th month in a row: report | CBC News

The average asking price for a rental unit in Canada reached $2,178 last month, a 9.9% year-over-year increase.
Vancouver remains the most expensive city for renters in Canada.
Rent inflation in Canada is being driven by price increases in Alberta, Quebec, and Nova Scotia.

Man resorts to $89/night hostel to afford living in NYC

A man has found a way to avoid high rental prices in New York by opting for an $89/night hostel.
The man's living space in the hostel is a small pod-style room measuring 5 by 6 feet.

In defense of the Tenderloin, San Francisco

Living in the Tenderloin neighborhood of San Francisco in 2023 has its challenges
Rent prices for studio apartments in the Tenderloin are the lowest in San Francisco

Workers in Seoul have ditched remote working. Now the capital has the strongest office market in the world.

South Korea's office real estate sector is the strongest in the world.
The high occupancy rate and rising rental prices in Seoul suggest a cultural preference for returning to the office.
Government restrictions and construction disruptions have also contributed to the shortage of office space in South Korea.

Canadian rent prices hit new high for 6th month in a row: report | CBC News

The average asking price for a rental unit in Canada reached $2,178 last month, a 9.9% year-over-year increase.
Vancouver remains the most expensive city for renters in Canada.
Rent inflation in Canada is being driven by price increases in Alberta, Quebec, and Nova Scotia.
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AI demand and power shortages placing pressure on European data center capacity

Power shortages globally restrain the data center market, increasing rental prices.
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