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U.S. asking rents decline (slightly), but continue to rise in some regions

Jul 28, 2023
Asking rents are down 1% nationally, though they're still rising in some regions.
A man watches apartment construction in Austin, Texas. The increase in apartment supply is one reason for cooling rents.
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Some signs that rents may be moderating after an up-and-down ride

Oct 25, 2022
Migration shifts due to the pandemic are among the factors that have contributed to price fluctuations in the rental market.
A new report says that renting a place in most of the country has become cheaper per month than owning. 
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