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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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Line graph showing annual inflation rates from July 2019 to July 2024, with three categories: all items, less food and energy, and less shelter.

U.S. Inflation Falls Below 3% for the First Time in Over Three Years

Line graph comparing annual net inventory growth between Providence-Warwick, RI-MA and U.S. from 2019 to 2024.

Limited Supply Keeps Apartment Occupancy Tight in Providence

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U.S. Job Growth Weakens While Unemployment Rises

Graph displaying annual supply and occupancy rates from Q1 2019 to Q2 2024, showing trends over time.

Despite Elevated New Supply, Omaha Apartment Occupancy Remains Strong

Table showing total employment data for major U.S. markets from February 2020 to May 2024, with change metrics.

Major Markets with the Best Post-Pandemic Jobs Comeback

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Though Slowing, U.S. Labor Market Remains Strong

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Three Small New York Markets Among Nation’s Rent Growth Leaders

Line graph comparing annual effective asking rent change in Cape Coral, FL and U.S. average from May 2019 to May 2024.

From Nation's Best to Nation's Worst Rent Performance in Less Than Two Years

Bar chart comparing the number of Fortune 500 headquarters by city for 2023 and 2024.

Markets with the Most Fortune 500 Headquarters in 2024