What it's like to live in Queens surrounded by cemeteries

… in New York people typically have a few key features theyre looking for Lush with lots of space and quiet … current situation as told to David Colon My neighborhood is like a peninsula but surrounded by graveyards The two … here Once you cross Cooper Avenue and leave the BushwickRidgewood part where there are bars it gets really suburban …

By David Colon |October 31, 2025 - 9:30AM
Tenants of bankrupt Crown Heights buildings want repairs and a chance to buy their units

… The tenants of the red brick and concrete building at 1296 Pacific St all told similar stories at a … impacted by the bankruptcy filing Were exploring different options to potentially participate in the bidding … said If I dont accept bad behavior from my eighth graders I cant accept it from this company New York State Assembly …

By Celia Young |October 29, 2025 - 9:30AM
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 Citylike your mortgage and maintenance paymentsbut a lot goes into your role If youre renting out your apartment for the first time you must know …

By Jennifer White Karp |September 30, 2025 - 3:30PM
How to deal with excessive noise from a neighbor in a NYC apartment building

… or video if possible from within your own space to avoid legal issues Apps like Decibel X Decibel Pro and … talking aboutthey may not even realize that their noise bothers others especially in close quarters like apartment … carefully   Youll need to adhere to the typical 30day notice requirement and provide written notice preferably in …

By Evelyn Battaglia |September 29, 2025 - 2:00PM
What is the tenant blacklist? Can it prevent me from renting in NYC?

… involved in a housing court case and landed on the dreaded  tenant blacklistand then found yourself seemingly shunned by prospective landlords   With changes to New Yorks rent laws in 2019 however landlords can no longer refuse to rent … Read on for more about how the tenant blacklist impacts NYC renters Editors note An earlier version of this article was …

By Evelyn Battaglia |September 23, 2025 - 9:30AM