Rental checklist: 20 things to look for when signing a lease in NYC

… When moving to a new rental apartment in New York City you may be tempted to … but you still need to read it closely Its a legal contract obligating you to specific terms and conditions  Its … used A landlord could also charge a fee for seasonal installation and removal Even where ACs are allowed you may …

By Celia Young |June 9, 2025 - 2:30PM
Can a landlord require a ‘refundable’ pet security deposit of $300?

… an additional security deposit because you have a pet New York City landlords cant require you to put down more than one months rent as a security deposit under the Housing Stability … Protection Act HSTPA of 2019 a landmark series of rent reforms that capped security deposits   application fees  and …

By Celia Young |January 28, 2025 - 1:30PM
Nearly three-quarters of NYC rental listings say they are pet friendly

… be close to record highs but heres a treat for pet owners Nearly threequarters of rental listings say they are pet … policies and features are increasingly big draws for apartment seekers Franklin said As rents continue to rise in … company is another approach Then there is the   threemonth rule  which means that if you have a companion animal …

By Jennifer White Karp |May 3, 2024 - 2:30PM