The Goldwater Institute has filed a lawsuit against Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, claiming the AG’s office refused to release records tied to a major 2024 price-fixing case against nine residential landlords and RealPage.
Key Points
- Goldwater requested numerical data on consumer complaints related to the RealPage case.
- The AG’s office delayed responding for months, then denied the request entirely.
- Goldwater argues that transparency is essential—especially when the AG uses consumer-protection powers.
- Mayes’ office says it already provided everything required by law and continues to pursue the underlying price-fixing case.
- The lawsuit was filed in Maricopa County Superior Court.
Why This Matters for Arizona Landlords & Investors
- This case centers on public records, government transparency, and the legality of rent-setting practices.
- Investors in Phoenix and Tucson should pay close attention: the RealPage litigation could influence how rent pricing tools are regulated.
- Arizona investors have repeatedly identified “future regulation making rentals less profitable” as a top fear (2024 & 2025 trends reports).
- Greater transparency in enforcement may shape future compliance requirements for landlords throughout Maricopa and Pinal counties.