Can my NYC landlord really make me trash my cannabis plants?

…     … Many New Yorkers can grow their own marijuana in their apartmentsbut … home But that new right came with several restrictions on where marijuana can be legally cultivated Cannabis plants … walled off from your neighborsyour landlord can make you move your marijuana And you should do so right away given …

By Celia Young |September 12, 2025 - 9:30AM
I have $100,000 in the bank but no income. Can I still rent an apartment in NYC?

… versions of this article contained reporting and writing by Virginia K Smith Nikki Mascali and Emily Myers … You Might Also Like … … York City Ive been saving up and have a trust from a family member which will total $100000 to $150000 by the time Im …

By Evelyn Battaglia |April 7, 2025 - 10:00AM
My NYC landlord charges $75 if the rent is three days late. Is that OK?

… that fee is too much and too soon Its illegal for your landlord to charge you any late fee unless your rent is more … it with updated information for February 2025  Your landlord also cannot evict you because you havent paid a … tenants cannot be charged late fees unless theres a provision in their original lease that allows a fee to be …

By Celia Young |February 19, 2025 - 3:30PM
Can I apply for the housing lottery even if I don’t live in NYC?

… the city they love Editors Note Realty Bites tackles your NYC rental questions Have a query for our experts Drop us an … eligible you need to meet certain income requirements But NYC residency isnt required Instead an agent marketing lottery apartments is required to first process applicants who fit into certain preference categories Some …

By Celia Young |January 13, 2025 - 9:30AM
Who is responsible for fixing a clogged drain, you or your landlord?

… go from ahh to ugh as water starts rising above your feet  If you own your place these kinds of things are pretty much … happening in the first place says Arik Lifshitz CEO of DSA Property Group   Anything that can be cleaned without the … a red flag especially if your landlord has explained that whatever you are doing is not allowed  Who is responsible …

By Evelyn Battaglia |November 21, 2024 - 12:30PM