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

… for renewal your landlord has likely notified you that your rent is increasing In New York Citys highly competitive rental market landlords typically try to raise rents for current tenants to match what they could … old rent If the landlord accepts your payments you become a monthtomonth tenant which can give you some flexibility but …

By Evelyn Battaglia |July 29, 2025 - 9:30AM
What is a post-closing possession agreement and what are the risks for buyers and sellers?

… When you are buying in New York City a good strategy for beating the competition is to find out what the seller wants and be the buyer who meets their needs If a seller needs to close on …

By Brick Underground |July 16, 2025 - 12:30PM
Landlord wants to raise your rent? Here are 3 sample emails you can use to negotiate

… a great tenant and back up your number with research on what other similarsized apartments are renting for in the … you some leverage And if you dont reach an agreement you buy yourself more time to find a new place Hi XYZ I hope all …

By Jennifer White Karp |December 23, 2024 - 12:30PM