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North Carolina AG Takes On Landlords Over Rent Inflation

1/9/2025

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North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson has taken a bold stand against six major landlords, accusing them of colluding to artificially inflate rents through RealPage's software. Managing over 70,000 rental units, these companies are alleged to have violated antitrust laws. The lawsuit gains momentum with backing from the U.S. Department of Justice and nine other states, signaling a significant fight for fair housing.

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North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson has taken a bold stand against six major landlords, accusing them of colluding to artificially inflate rents through RealPage's software. Managing over 70,000 rental units, these companies are alleged to have violated antitrust laws. The lawsuit gains momentum with backing from the U.S. Department of Justice and nine other states, signaling a significant fight for fair housing.