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

… highly competitive rental market landlords typically try to raise rents for current tenants to match what they could … you a bit more bargaining power in certain situations Read How to tell if your NYC apartment building is protected by … inclined to agree to a renewal on terms favorable to you Check out FARE Act takes effect What NYC renters need to

By Evelyn Battaglia |July 29, 2025 - 9:30AM
Landlord wants to raise your rent? Here are 3 sample emails you can use to negotiate

… For many New York City newcomers renewal notices can come with an … A hefty rent increase Some renters are shocked that landlords have the ability to ask for such high rentsbut …

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