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Kim O'Brien

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Since 2006, Kim has worked as a researcher, analyst, and writer for RealPage, developing a deep knowledge of data methodology and application.

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South Central Markets to See Mixed Rent Growth in 2026

Fall 2026 Pre-Lease Season Makes Notable Improvement in January

Services: The Only Sector Still Gaining Jobs at the End of 2025

Markets Still Waiting for Apartment Supply to Peak

U.S. Apartment Occupancy Stabilizes as Rent Cuts Ease in January

Big Markets Still Seeing Apartment Demand in 4th Quarter

Apartment Supply Volumes Fall Below Historic Records

Fall 2026 Pre-Lease Season Sees a Second Straight Month of Improvement

Rent Cuts Deepen in 4th Quarter as Demand Volumes Return to Historic Norms