Because renting in New York can be so competitive, some tenants feel like their landlord is “the boss.” However, it’s important to remember that you have rights as a tenant, and your landlord cannot just do whatever they want. Here are three important facts about...
Brooklyn, New York residents who live in rentals want to have a good relationship with their landlords. However, certain situations can lead to an eviction. It’s important to know why this might happen. What is an eviction? A landlord might try to evict a tenant if...
Disputes between landlords and tenants don't always end with a tenant's death. The landlord has to claim part of the deceased tenant's property, contact the estate's executor, and complete other tasks. It starts by understanding the complex law in New York that...
Almost every landlord in New York collects a security deposit from new tenants when they move in. The refundable payment is meant to offset any damage that might be discovered when the tenant moves out. However, some landlords keep most or all of the security deposit...
Tenants and landlords might find themselves in a contentious relationship when the landlord is new to the job. Renting basement or second-floor apartments is hardly new, but many novice landlords seek passive income through gig-based apps. Their lack of experience...
Rental units in New York have always come at a premium price. Tenants fortunate enough to sublet in a rent-controlled unit typically just keep their heads down and pay their rent on time. Sometimes, however, Brooklyn tenants have a legitimate complaint. In cases where...
New York has strict landlord laws to protect tenants from property owners entering their homes without permission. However, there are some situations in which a landlord could enter your home without permission. Emergencies If a pipe has burst or there is a fire,...
On April 1st an amendment to New York Executive Law Sec. 296 will require every owner or managing agent of housing accommodations in the State of New York to provide a notice to all residents of their rights to request reasonable modifications and/or accommodations...
A caller was a woman looking to move with her boyfriend into a studio apartment on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, advertised for $1,751 a month. The man who answered, the real estate broker on the listing, said he would be happy to show them the place. The woman,...
If you get stuck with a bad landlord in New York, you'll probably want to move out as soon as possible. Unfortunately, some landlords take it upon themselves to make you as miserable as possible before that happens. When you know your rights, you could point out that...