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Landlords historically did not report on-time rent payments to credit bureaus, but housing and consumer advocates have long argued that renters should receive credit for making their largest monthly payment on time.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

Landlords in New York often require tenants to make 40 times the monthly rent — which definitely wasn’t the case for us.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

Landlords leased more space last year to service-oriented tenants than those selling products with wellness and fitness leading the charge.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Landlords are warning of cost pressures to come, although Zoopla's data suggests rent rises have slowed sharply.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Landlords filled the apartment complexes through government housing programs and cut back on upkeep, allowing the complexes to fall into disrepair.

From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John