NYC landlords want tenants who earn 40 times the monthly rent. Here are 7 workarounds

… than ever for many New Yorkers to meet the steep income requirements generally expected by landlords here Thats … roommates want to qualify for an apartment that goes for $3000 a month you would need to earn north of $120000 a year … be willing to look beyond the score if they need to fill apartments At some point they have to decide Do they have …

By Jennifer White Karp |December 30, 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 … impacted by the bankruptcy filing Were exploring different options to potentially participate in the bidding … District of New York If you live in a rentstabilized apartment in one of these buildings the bankruptcy and …

By Celia Young |October 29, 2025 - 9:30AM
NYC renters have filed hundreds of FARE Act complaints. Here’s what happens next

… This summer New York City renters filed hundreds of reports against agents and landlords for violating a new law that requires landlords to …

By Celia Young |October 6, 2025 - 12:30PM
New landlord: 10 tips if you're renting out a NYC apartment for the first time

… a lot goes into your role If youre renting out your apartment for the first time you must know New Yorks rental laws prepare a comprehensive lease and ensure … good cause to evict the renter such as failure to pay rent excluding an unreasonable rent hike You must notify tenants …

By Jennifer White Karp |September 30, 2025 - 3:30PM