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Nikki's Notes: We want to downsize. Is it better to sell our place before we start apartment hunting?
January 23, 2025 - 12:30 PM
Do you need to sell your place before buying somewhere new? Broker Nikki Beauchamp offers advice to buyers who want to downsize.
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Ask Altagracia: My roommate stopped paying rent and won’t move out. What legal action can I take?
January 22, 2025 - 09:30 AM
If you get a roommate who stops paying rent, the legal action you take in New York City will depend on whether you have a lease, said attorney Altagracia Pierre-Outerbridge.
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Ask Altagracia: I'm subletting and have been asked to move out within a few days. Is this legal?
January 13, 2025 - 12:30 PM
A subtenant wants to know if they can be asked to leave an apartment immediately. Tenant attorney Altagracia Pierre-Outerbridge explains their rights.
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Nikki's Notes: What do we need to know about buying in NYC in January for a springtime move?
January 9, 2025 - 14:30 PM
If you are hoping to move into a new place by spring, it's important to know the potential drawbacks and advantages of buying in winter.
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Ask Altagracia: Can I sublet my NYC rent-stabilized apartment while I’m away?
December 26, 2024 - 12:30 PM
If you are subletting your rent-stabilized apartment while you are away, be aware you are vulnerable to losing the lease if you overcharge a subtenant or if they stay too long.
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Ask Altagracia: The heat is out in my apartment. How do I get the landlord to fix it?
December 19, 2024 - 15:30 PM
No heat in your NYC rental? If you have already complained to your landlord with no results, the next step is contact 311, which will send an inspector.
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