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Thursday, April 17, 2025

Invitation Homes Fined $48 Million For Financial Abuses Of Tenants

Rhythm & News Podcast interview with Charlene Crowell discussing a recent settlement between the Federal Trade Commission and Invitation Homes.

The Federal Trade Commission has fined Invitation Homes, the nation’s largest corporate landlord for single-family home rentals, $48 million for financial abuses of tenants. The settlement holds Invitation Homes accountable for deceptive and unfair practices such as hidden fees, withholding security deposits, and misleading tenants about eviction policies. The settlement also sets a new standard for how corporate landlords must operate moving forward.

Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

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Black birthing people in the United States face a mortality rate three times higher than that of white women due to pregnancy-related causes. However, advancements in maternal health care, such as the increased availability of certified midwives, doulas, and prenatal care, are contributing to improved outcomes and enhanced support for birthing individuals.