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

… If your lease is up for renewal your landlord has likely notified you that your rent is increasing In New York Citys highly competitive … rent you face eviction Heres what to know if you are negotiating a rent increase during lease renewal … 1 …

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 24, 2025 - 9:30AM
The best way to find a rental in NYC: 15 tips for apartment hunters

… Finding an apartment to rent in New York City is a challenging experience Rents … the landlord is askingfor example a few hundred more each month Some renters make the offer through a broker or …

By Jennifer White Karp |February 3, 2025 - 10:45AM
Landlord wants to raise your rent? Here are 3 sample emails you can use to negotiate

… renewal notices can come with an unwelcome surprise A hefty rent increase Some renters are shocked that landlords have the ability to ask … a great tenant and back up your number with research on what other similarsized apartments are renting for in the …

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