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Charlotte Wheeler

Real Estate Writer

Charlotte Wheeler is a Real Estate Writer for RealPage, Inc., where she leverages her extensive experience in market research to produce apartment market insights. Charlotte also serves as a copy editor for RealPage’s market reports, focused on ensuring accuracy and clarity of data and analysis. Prior to joining RealPage in 2009, Charlotte specialized in research at a commercial real estate firm and at the Dallas Regional Chamber. Charlotte holds a bachelor’s degree in economics and finance and a master’s degree in political economy from the University of Texas at Dallas.

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Table showing total employment in various secondary markets from February 2020 to April 2024, with differences.

Small Markets that Have Not Recovered from COVID-Era Job Losses

Collage of urban landscapes from various Ohio cities, featuring skyline views and waterways.

A Look at Five Office to Apartment Conversions in Ohio

Chart showing U.S. apartment transactions: dollar volume fluctuates, peaking in late 2021, with properties also noted.

U.S. Apartment Transactions Slump to Lowest Level Since Pandemic

Line and bar chart showing annual supply and occupancy rates in Albuquerque from Q1 2019 to Q1 2024.

Recent Supply High Softens Apartment Fundamentals in Albuquerque

A person typing on a laptop with graphic overlays of houses, money, and a location pin.

Chicago Claims Most Balanced Supply/Demand Relationship Nationwide

A person holding a magnifying glass over a laptop, focusing on job listings and resume icons.

U.S. Job Gains Dip to Six-Month Low in April

Close-up of a job interview scenario with hands clasped on a table and a resume in front.

U.S. Labor Market Remains Historically Strong

Aerial view of Chicago skyline at sunset, featuring tall buildings and Lake Michigan in the background.

Slow Inventory Expansion Keeps Apartment Market Fundamentals Afloat in Chicago

Bar graph showing 2024 job change forecast percentages for U.S. cities; Austin leads at 1.8%, U.S. average at 0.9%.

Sun Belt Markets Dominate 2024 Employment Forecast