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The Market Has Cooled — Here's What That Means for You

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National rents have cooled, vacancy has risen, and renters have more choices than they did in 2021-2022. For St. Louis owners, this is a market that rewards proactive renewals, realistic pricing, and strong property presentation.

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Midnight Maintenance, No Phone Call Required

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Our 24/7 AI-powered maintenance chatbot helps tenants troubleshoot common issues, take immediate protective action during urgent problems, and escalate true emergencies without delay.

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Your Good Tenants Are Getting Courted

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Rent specials are back in force across many markets, and strong tenants are being actively targeted. Early, proactive renewal conversations can protect owners from costly turnover in a softer leasing environment.

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DSCR loans are booming amid fragmented underwriting standards
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DSCR loans are booming amid fragmented underwriting standards

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After rampant fraud in Baltimore made headlines, underwriting guidelines and elevated fraud risks have the market on high alert

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Housing market faces headwinds as mortgage rates move above 7%
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Housing market faces headwinds as mortgage rates move above 7%

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Mortgage spreads continue to soften the blow amid Iran conflict

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Zillow faces shareholder lawsuit over Redfin deal
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Zillow faces shareholder lawsuit over Redfin deal

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Derivative suit cites $100 million deal, $81 million in insider sales claims, and a stock drop from $77.05 to $32.19

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Connecting With Landlords as a Property Manager
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Connecting With Landlords as a Property Manager

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How do you connect with your clients as a property manager? Connecting with clients, colleagues, and others is essential for a property manager. These tips can be extremely…

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Park Street Homes expands urban infill homebuilding model
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Park Street Homes expands urban infill homebuilding model

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Park Street blends standardized construction controls with reflective design for established neighborhoods and scattered lots

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The Agency hires Jim Lonergan to lead Midwest expansion
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The Agency hires Jim Lonergan to lead Midwest expansion

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The longtime Anywhere Real Estate franchise growth executive will also oversee South Central U.S. sales and Canada

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MISMO board adds VantageScore, Guild and FICO leaders amid credit modernization push
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MISMO board adds VantageScore, Guild and FICO leaders amid credit modernization push

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Anthony Hutchinson of VantageScore, Gemma Currier of Guild Mortgage and Eric Lapin of FICO are the new board members

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IRES MLS names Julie Dahl CEO, succeeding Jeff Bosch
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IRES MLS names Julie Dahl CEO, succeeding Jeff Bosch

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Dahl, a 23-year IRES veteran, succeeds Jeff Bosch as he departs for Arizona Regional MLS

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Putting the ROAD Act into action faces a funding and HUD gauntlet
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Putting the ROAD Act into action faces a funding and HUD gauntlet

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HUD must handle about 70% of 125 federal actions, rulemakings often take 18 to 24 months, and agency staffing is down more than 30%

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August CPI shows sticky core inflation ahead of Fed meeting
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August CPI shows sticky core inflation ahead of Fed meeting

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Economists pointed to persistent services inflation as a factor that could keep borrowing costs elevated

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MLS of 2030 will be defined by who controls housing data
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MLS of 2030 will be defined by who controls housing data

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MLS architecture needs to become ready for a world in which machines increasingly interact with housing data

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Feature Spotlight | Simplify Leasing with Online Rental Applications
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Feature Spotlight | Simplify Leasing with Online Rental Applications

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Receive and manage online rental applications that help you fill vacancies faster, collect complete applicant information, and simplify your leasing process. Rentec Direct lets…

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Property Management Software for Beginner Landlords
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Property Management Software for Beginner Landlords

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Are you a beginner landlord? Consider obtaining property management software. Property management software is extremely beneficial to any landlord, but even more so for new…

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Tenant Tips for Pest Infestations in a Rental
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Tenant Tips for Pest Infestations in a Rental

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Pest infestations in a rental can be frustrating and stressful, but there are many ways to manage, resolve, and prevent pest infestations. Learn about pest prevention, at-home…

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The Biggest Pain Points of Being a Landlord (Part 2) – Video
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The Biggest Pain Points of Being a Landlord (Part 2) – Video

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What are the biggest stress points of being a landlord? Is software worth it when you’re just starting out? In this video, Rentec Direct’s Kaycee and Brentnie continue their…

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Feature Spotlight | Quick and Easy Owner Payments for Property Managers with the Owner Payment Wizard
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Feature Spotlight | Quick and Easy Owner Payments for Property Managers with the Owner Payment Wizard

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Process owner payments for one or multiple property owners quickly and accurately with Rentec Direct’s Owner Payment Wizard. This popular feature uses your real accounting data to…

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The Five Best Things You Can Do for Your College Student Child
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The Five Best Things You Can Do for Your College Student Child

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There are many things you can do to help support your college student family members, ranging from financial aid to apartment shopping. Here are some of the best things you can do…

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Is Your Landlord Harassing You?
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Is Your Landlord Harassing You?

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Discover an overview of landlord-tenant laws and tenant protections against landlord harassment so you can defend your rights. Learn how to identify harassment and respond to it…

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How to Renovate Your Property on a Budget
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How to Renovate Your Property on a Budget

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Interested in property renovation? Learn how to renovate your property on a budget to save you money and maximize the profit you can gain from your house or investment property.…

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Industry Outlook | Rental News for August 2026
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Industry Outlook | Rental News for August 2026

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Want to stay up to date on rental industry news? Learn about recent developments in the industry and upcoming industry trends that could impact your business as a landlord or…

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Get listings market-ready without over-spending

Owners
See how we prepare rentals with the right photos, copy, and pricing guidance so you attract qualified prospects quickly.
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What to expect in your first week as a resident

Residents
We outline portal access, maintenance requests, and move-in standards to help residents settle in comfortably.
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Reading your monthly owner statement like a pro

Owners
Break down deposits, expenses, and reserves so you can review performance in minutes each month.
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How maintenance triage protects your home and budget

Owners
Learn how we prioritize service tickets, communicate timelines, and keep both owners and residents informed.
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Renewal conversations that build long-term loyalty

Residents
See our approach to renewal outreach, property touchpoints, and retention incentives for great residents.
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Adding a new door? Here’s how we onboard smoothly

Owners
From lease audits to rent-ready punch lists, explore how we welcome each new property into our systems.
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Portal pro tips for faster requests and payments

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Shortcuts for submitting maintenance, making payments, and tracking updates so residents can self-serve anytime.
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