8 ways to negotiate a smaller rent increase at lease renewal time

… rent is increasing In New York Citys highly competitive rental market landlords typically try to raise rents for … many marketrate renters the right to challenge a rent increase above 882 percent in court So that gives you a bit … landlord wants you out particularly if youre not paying the requested rent you face eviction Heres what to know if you …

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 24, 2025 - 9:30AM
New landlord: 10 tips if you're renting out a NYC apartment for the first time

… lot goes into your role If youre renting out your apartment for the first time you must know New Yorks rental laws … effect this year It shifts responsibility for most broker fees from the renter to the landlordrepresenting a major … from NYC housing court to reject a tenant  Many NYC leasing agents and landlords want to see a potential tenant …

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