What is ‘right to counsel’ and how can it prevent evictions?

The right to counsel refers to the legal right for tenants who … that by partnering with other agencies the courts will now  match anyone who shows up in Housing Court with … itself cant handle the volume There would be no due process whatsoever he says  There are several initiatives aimed at …

By Emily Myers |November 30, 2020 - 2:30PM
5 NYC co-ops and condos that you can rent for less than $4,000 a month

Renting a New York City coop or condo has its perks Youre … more amenities and a better building compared to many rentalsbut there are some downsides to be aware of as well  … less including a Yorkville condo and an Astoria coop … 301 East 79th St 29K Yorkville … This studio is asking $2150 …

By Austin Havens-Bowen |November 25, 2020 - 12:30PM
Does being a guarantor for a NYC apartment impact your credit score?

… … Applying to be your guarantor should not impact your fathers credit score but … its important to keep in mind that if you fail to pay your rent and your father doesnt bail you out then both your … a casebycase basis Editors Note  Realty Bites  tackles your NYC rental questions Have a query for our experts Drop us  …

By Austin Havens-Bowen |November 17, 2020 - 1:30PM
Refer-a-friend rent credits: Know what you're getting into

… New York City apartment buildings will offer you a credit toward your rent if you refer a prospective tenant who then signs a … to attract new tenants and retain old ones  Its not clear how many buildings or rental management companies in NYC use …

By Emily Myers |November 17, 2020 - 12:30PM
Landlords pull renters back to NYC with low rents and concessions

… president and CEO of appraisal firm  Miller Samuel  and author of the report Its a thing he says meaning the reports …

By Jennifer White Karp |November 12, 2020 - 11:30AM
The most expensive neighborhoods in NYC for renters looking to trade up

… Transportation options are plentiful and include access to eight subway lines five of which reach Manhattan in one stop … in part because theres not a lot of different types of housingand about 80 percent of it is coops Still Kochanov … and outdoor access he notes Riverdale has three distinct sections all with slightly different housing stock and vibes …

By Phillip Pantuso |November 5, 2020 - 3:30PM