HUD allocated $5 billion in questionable rental aid under Biden, including payments to deceased tenants
Report Reveals Billions in Questionable Rental Assistance Payments A recent report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) highlighted that over $5 billion in taxpayer funds were allocated to “suspicious” rental assistance recipients during the last year of the Biden administration. This includes approximately 30,000 payments made to individuals identified as “deceased […]
Americans unable to afford housing as foreigners increase: Report criticizes Biden for rise in rental prices
Housing Prices Linked to Immigration, According to HUD The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), under the Trump administration, attributes the rise in housing and rental costs to increased immigration during the Biden administration. In a report titled “Worst-case housing needs: 2025 report to Congress,” HUD offered an analysis of problems facing low-income renters. […]
Travelers in Costa Rica warned about break-ins in rental properties and armed robberies
U.S. Embassy Issues Warning for Costa Rica The U.S. Embassy in San Jose has raised an alert regarding safety concerns in Costa Rica. This warning, released on November 25, details a rise in property crimes, financial fraud, and robberies. Reported incidents include break-ins and armed robberies at various rental properties, including Airbnbs. In fact, the […]
RealPage, facing allegations of rental price manipulation, reaches settlement with authorities
RealPage Settles Dispute with Justice Department A real estate platform previously accused of being part of a “housing cartel” has come to an agreement with the Department of Justice after a lengthy legal battle spanning over a year and a half. This settlement restricts certain features of the app that many renters have found to […]
DOJ reaches settlement in case against RealPage for allowing landlords to cooperate on high rental prices
Department of Justice Settles Lawsuit Against RealPage The Department of Justice has reached a settlement with RealPage, a tech company focused on real estate, following significant accusations that it created an algorithm that enabled landlords to collude and increase rents unlawfully, according to recent reports. The settlement was disclosed in a federal court in North […]
Steer clear of these 9 car rental scams
Understanding Car Rentals: Avoiding Hidden Costs Renting a car should really be straightforward. You book it, you drive it, and then return it when your trip is over. Simple, right? Well, for millions of travelers each year, this seemingly simple process often morphs into considerable frustration and unexpected expenses. In 2024, U.S. rental car companies […]
Airbnb seeks to ease rental rules in NYC ahead of possible Mamdani administration.
Airbnb Pushes for Regulatory Changes in New York City Airbnb is working hard to ease regulations in New York City, especially before the new Mamdani administration steps in. The company is urging the City Council to amend a 2023 law that threatens to significantly limit Airbnb listings citywide. With the proposed legislation, homeowners of single-family […]
Former Avis worker took 47 rental cars from Syracuse airport and leased them out.
Police are searching for a former airport rental car employee, Milton Thompson III, who has been charged with orchestrating the theft of 47 vehicles valued at over $1 million from the Avis Budget parking area at Syracuse Airport. The announcement was made on Friday. The 31-year-old Thompson is suspected of stealing these cars over a […]
This city will have the most budget-friendly rental market in the US in 2025.
It’s common for rents to rise when tech companies set up shop in an area. However, Austin, Texas, has defied this pattern amid its rapid growth. The capital of this unique state has more to offer than just its lively music scene, outdoor spaces, and famous barbecue; it’s also surprisingly affordable when it comes to […]
New York and four other states file a lawsuit against Zillow and Redfin concerning rental listings agreement
Zillow and Redfin Face Lawsuit Over Antitrust Allegations On Wednesday, five states filed a lawsuit against Zillow Group and Redfin, claiming the companies conspired to hinder competition on online rental listings. This stems from a reported agreement where Zillow paid Redfin $100 million to halt its Apartment Ads. Attorneys General from Virginia, Arizona, Connecticut, New […]