
Is This Company Keeping the Rent Too Damn High?
Slate Money
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RealPage's Rent Pricing Controversy
This chapter examines the controversial practices of RealPage in the rental pricing landscape, focusing on its dual algorithmic and human-driven dynamics. It discusses the tension between maximizing profit for landlords and the ethical implications of such strategies, particularly in the luxury rental market. Additionally, the conversation highlights the impact of these practices on affordability and the broader housing crisis, emphasizing the need for increased supply to mitigate rising rents.
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