4 ways to talk your landlord into letting you have a pet

… presenting it again with updated information for July 2025 Landlords are often worried about the extra wear and tear … scratching on the door from a lonely dog  But keep in mind landlords are not supposed to ask for a larger deposit to … a pet resumewith a reference letter health history training certificates and photoscan help prove youre a responsible …

By Celia Young |July 17, 2025 - 10:00AM
How to break the lease for your NYC rental apartment

… When you sign a lease for a New York City rental apartment its essential to … typically include earning an annual salary of 40 times the monthly rent  a clean credit history and  proof of …

By Evelyn Battaglia |June 16, 2025 - 10:30AM
Should you get a smaller rent increase under Good Cause? A new tool helps you figure it out

… to smaller rent increases this summer under a new law Good Cause Eviction  which passed in last years state budget Now … informationto figure out if theyre likely covered under Good Cause Eviction which gives renters a way to challenge …

By Celia Young |April 24, 2025 - 2:30PM
11 things NYC landlords are required to provide, and 11 they’re not that might surprise you

… If you are moving into a New York City rental apartment for the first time its best to have a clear idea of what your landlord is required to provide Heat and hot water are a … to get it done quickly The only time the cost of painting can be passed to the tenant is if you request a …

By Jennifer White Karp |April 8, 2025 - 10:00AM