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 |July 31, 2025 - 9:30AM
The 7 best ways to get your NYC landlord to make repairs and get them done faster

… especially for a big repair job Ideally by certified mail so no one can claim they lost your letter or that your email got caught in the spam folder This serves to create a … existed make copies of any letters and send them certified mail saving proof of mailingand that the landlord failed or …

By Brick Underground |May 23, 2025 - 9:30AM
Could a proposed bill to help New York tenants buy their building finally become law?

… a reality by giving tenant organizations a right to make an offer on their apartment building But the legislation first … to the highest bidder Adding to the troubles of many lowincome renters are a growing number of private equity … Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition was optimistic about turning TOPA into law Colon pointed to Governor Kathy …

By Celia Young |March 28, 2025 - 9:30AM
Why you should ask about flooding and mold before you sign a lease

… insisted it was dust from a recent renovation and said the apartment consisting of a ground floor and basement level … in writing so theres no misunderstanding he said The best thing you can do is ask in writing and trust your own … in a basement caused by storm water is not covered by insurance even under a flood policy says Jeffrey Schneider …

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