What is the certificate of occupancy and why is it such a big deal?

… When youre buying in New York City one of the documents you will need to obtain is the certificate … out the apartment doesnt have a C of O you can withhold rent from the landlord Read on for more about what you need … to correct any missing documentation and they cant collect rent from you if theres no C of O or TCO You should …

By Evelyn Battaglia |October 7, 2025 - 2:00PM
9 mistakes to avoid as a first-time renter in NYC

… The New York City rental market has plenty of pitfalls to trip … no more than six months old Franklin said Three most recent bank statements summary pages only Three most recent pay … 7 Roommates who disagree … Whether you go it alone or use a reputable matching service finding a qualified roommate …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 21, 2025 - 11:30AM
The insider's guide to NYC rent-stabilized apartments: Where to find them and how the program works

… Landing a rentstabilized apartment in New York City can be a … marketrate tenants from large rent hikes That means that landlords with rentstabilized units can only raise the rent

By Celia Young |August 14, 2025 - 12:30PM
FARE Act takes effect: What NYC renters need to know about the new broker fee law

New York Citys new law that shifts responsibility for most broker fees from … attempt to prevent the laws implementation Since the fee is usually 12 percent of the annual rent the Fairness in … the changes you can expect as a result of the FARE Act and what you should watch for … Fines for violating the FARE Act …

By Jennifer White Karp |June 10, 2025 - 3:00PM
New York state budget greenlights more condo conversions, new housing vouchers, but no down payment assistance

… how the state budget impacts NYCs renters and wouldbebuyers Whats in the budget What does it mean for buyers and renters Easing … line Elderly and disabled tenants even those that dont live in rentstabilized apartments also receive additional …

By Celia Young |May 22, 2025 - 10:30AM