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 |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 are … are strategies you should brush up on to track down the best deal and to avoid rushing into a lease  and regretting … lease so a portion would be deducted from each month of a 12month lease Other times you pay the gross rent and get …

By Jennifer White Karp |February 3, 2025 - 10:45AM