On September 29, 2026, Judge Valerie Caproni of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York sided in part with RealPage, a rental-pricing software provider and recent antitrust defendant, in its challenge to N.Y. Gen. Bus. Law Section 340-B—a new amendment to the Donnelly Act, New York’s state antitrust statute. RealPage, Inc. v. James, No. 1:25-cv-09847 (VEC) (S.D.N.Y. Sept. 29, 2026)....By: A&O Shearman
The antitrust case’s settlement plan was deemed fair, and the real estate firms that settled agreed to stop providing RealPage with nonpublic rental data.
A federal court has approved a nearly $360 million settlement in the rent-pricing antitrust litigation against RealPage. This marks a major legal milestone for the company, though legal experts note algorithmic pricing challenges may continue.
U.S. apartment completions rose for the second straight quarter but remained far below peak levels. This data helps real estate investors gauge ongoing supply pipeline shifts.
New York dropped to the fifth spot among RealPage's top metros for job gains in September. This shift highlights changing local employment trends within the firm's tracked markets.
U.S. apartment concession usage fell for the fourth consecutive month while average discounts remained deep. Monitoring these incentives provides key insights into regional rental market health.
Single-family construction remains constrained due to elevated mortgage rates and weak consumer confidence. This environment continues to influence broader housing market dynamics and investment trends.
Hotter-than-expected September inflation readings have strengthened expectations for another Federal Reserve rate hike. These macroeconomic factors directly impact real estate financing and investment conditions.
Annual apartment sales volumes jumped 28 percent largely driven by a major industry merger. Tracking these large transactions helps evaluate overall market liquidity and asset pricing.
The Fall 2027 student housing pre-lease season started off slightly ahead of normal pace, marking a three-year high for September. Early leasing momentum provides a positive leading indicator for student housing operators.
Houston apartment rent growth remained stagnant while local single-family supply diluted multifamily demand. Understanding these local supply pressures helps operators refine pricing and investment strategies.
Economic indicators show cooling job growth and inflation alongside rising interest rates, while national apartment rents are projected to increase moderately. This data helps real estate investors gauge broader macroeconomic conditions affecting property performance.
Greensboro experienced six consecutive quarters of declining rents despite maintaining a steady construction pipeline and low supply. This persistent softness indicates a local lack of deep demand that impacts regional property asset values.
Private plaintiffs are pursuing treble damages The post Yardi Picks Up the Rent Pricing Fight Where RealPage Left Off appeared first on Propmodo.
Evaluating historical national debt milestones reveals vastly different apartment market and economic conditions over previous decades. Understanding these past cycles provides useful context for long-term real estate investment strategies.
U.S. apartment demand neared the slowing supply wave in the third quarter of 2026, leading to stable occupancy and slight rent growth. This market stabilization offers property operators a balanced environment for leasing strategies.
The latest Economy Express episode breaks down recent employment data, inflation updates, and Federal Reserve interest rate impacts. This analysis guides property management professionals in navigating shifting macroeconomic trends.
September job growth fell below expectations with minor gains offset by downward revisions in prior months, while the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.2%. A sluggish labor market can cool rental demand as tenant income growth stagnates.
An investigative report details how RealPage's rent-setting algorithms dominate the multifamily housing market. Yardi is briefly mentioned as its main competitor in the space.
Proximity to entertainment anchors creates significant rent gaps between nearby Dallas submarkets like Victory Park and Deep Ellum. Real estate investors must account for local anchor stability since venue changes can quickly impact submarket performance.
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