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Invitation Homes
Invitation Homes has been criticized for imposing hidden fees, neglecting property maintenance, and enforcing aggressive rent hikes, leading to significant tenant dissatisfaction and legal challenges.
Quick summary on Invitation Homes
Deceptive Fee Practices: The company has been fined $48 million by the Federal Trade Commission for imposing undisclosed fees, misleading tenants about the actual cost of rent.
Neglect of Property Maintenance: Tenants report severe maintenance issues, including mold, sewage backups, and pest infestations, with delayed or inadequate responses from management.
Aggressive Rent Increases: Invitation Homes has implemented rent hikes of up to 10% annually, surpassing average market rates and exacerbating housing affordability challenges.
Unfair Eviction Practices: The company has been accused of higher eviction rates compared to smaller landlords, disproportionately impacting low-income and minority tenants.
Legal and Regulatory Scrutiny: Beyond the FTC fine, Invitation Homes has faced multiple lawsuits and settlements over allegations of unfair business practices, including excessive fees and rent increases.
by: Vanessa Prescott
Invitation Homes charged me hidden fees that weren't disclosed upfront. Felt deceived.
by: April Fairchild
Their online payment system is glitchy. Got charged late fees because of their tech issues.
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by: Lance Holloway
They withheld my security deposit for pre-existing damages. Unacceptable.
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