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 …

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 24, 2025 - 9:30AM
Should you get a smaller rent increase under Good Cause? A new tool helps you figure it out

… Thousands of tenants across New York City are entitled to smaller rent increases this summer under a new law Good Cause … and JustFix launched an online questionnaire that enables renters who input their addressplus some extra informationto …

By Celia Young |April 24, 2025 - 2:30PM
9 negotiating mistakes to avoid when you're buying in NYC

… formally on paper with a letterhead and email it as a pdf Your offer letter should be carefully crafted and … you have the money to pay  Tan recommends creating a single pdf with all the paperwork Whats really bad is when a broker …

By Brick Underground |April 4, 2025 - 9:30AM
The best way to find a rental in NYC: 15 tips for apartment hunters

… they get the keys If you  use a virtual tour to check out apartments make sure you are working with a reputable broker … have shady intentions but some disreputable ones try to attract clients by advertising toogoodtobetrue apartments that are not actually available or at least not at that rent For more on …

By Jennifer White Karp |February 3, 2025 - 10:45AM
I got a big rent increase with my lease renewal. Can I negotiate?

… … Youre certainly not alone Renters across New York City are receiving lease renewals with unpleasant surprises A rent increasewith some landlords asking tenants to pay as …

By Celia Young |September 20, 2024 - 3:30PM