New limits for a rent algorithm that prosecutors say let landlords drive up prices

Coverage of new legal limits placed on a rent‑pricing algorithm following a DOJ settlement.

This article details the U.S. Department of Justice settlement regarding RealPage’s rental pricing algorithm, which prosecutors claimed contributed to inflated rents across multiple markets. It outlines the new restrictions placed on how landlords and property management companies may use automated pricing tools, the compliance expectations moving forward, and the broader industry implications for fair‑market pricing. The reporting highlights the legal, ethical, and operational takeaways for landlords in 2025. https://apnews.com/article/realpage-doj-lawsuit-settlement-rent-data-4d8985a50c28b6322b8f82a2fbb5c79e