The 7 best ways to get your NYC landlord to make repairs and get them done faster

… or a broken appliance its inevitableespecially if you rent for a long time in New York Citythat you will find yourself asking a landlord to make repairs Fortunately there are laws and regulations … becomes more responsive to your requests during the final months of the year   … 3 Call 311 about dangerous safety …

By Brick Underground |May 23, 2025 - 9:30AM
NYC landlords want tenants who earn 40 times the monthly rent. Here are 7 workarounds

… With median rents in New York City hitting new records   its harder than ever for many New Yorkers to meet the steep income requirements usually expected by … want renters who earn an annual salary of 40 times the monthly rent and have good credit For example if you and any …

By Jennifer White Karp |April 30, 2025 - 12:30PM
Why you should ask about flooding and mold before you sign a lease

… a 2023 law they are not required to volunteer information about floods due to mechanical or plumbing issues Instead … like mold or damp that is another sign you need to ask about flooding  The nose does not lie  Lawrence J Ubell … to see if it is in a flood zone though New Yorks flood disclosure law requires that your landlord inform you if …

By Jennifer White Karp |February 20, 2025 - 12:30AM