New landlord: 10 tips if you're renting out a NYC apartment for the first time

… Becoming a landlord can provide income to offset the expenses of owning a place in New York … maintenance paymentsbut a lot goes into your role If youre renting out your apartment for the first time you must know … you are free to rent it out Unlike in a coop you own the property rather than a share of the building and that means …

By Jennifer White Karp |September 30, 2025 - 3:30PM
How to tell if your apartment has mold—and how to get rid of it

… Gross a water damage and mold remediator at First Onsite formerly Maxons Restorations said his company encounters … that under  NYC law owners of buildings with three or more apartments  are required to keep their tenants apartments … both mold testing and remediation as theres an inherent conflict of interest Expect the fee to range from $8000 …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 18, 2025 - 12:30PM
Who is responsible for repairing a NYC sidewalk damaged by tree roots?

… holds owners responsible for fixing the sidewalk in front of their house or apartment building Fixing a sidewalk can … But if you own a one two or threefamily housethe NYC Parks Department may cover the cost of a sidewalk repair job if a … typically issued within 45 days and involve an inspection When you receive your permit which is valid for 90 days you …

By Jennifer White Karp |May 13, 2024 - 2:00PM