New law aims to give NYC renters who served time a fair chance at housing

… would still run criminal background checks and reject his rental applications It was a disheartening experience Once … degree in social work at Lehman College in the Bronx Many renters find themselves shut out of the housing market after … how the criminal history impacted the decision Tenants should be given a chance to respond Johnston said In this …

By Jennifer White Karp |October 14, 2025 - 10:30AM
New landlord: 10 tips if you're renting out a NYC apartment for the first time

… lot goes into your role If youre renting out your apartment for the first time you must know New Yorks rental laws … rental so its worth reading up on the rules Listen to How NYCs new rent reforms affect you even if youre not a … fees on owners calculated either as a percentage of an apartments monthly maintenance or a percentage of the rent

By Jennifer White Karp |September 30, 2025 - 3:30PM
FARE Act takes effect: What NYC renters need to know about the new broker fee law

… New York Citys new law that shifts responsibility for most broker fees from renters to landlords will go into … 12 percent of the annual rent the Fairness in Apartment Rentals FARE Act removes a significant upfront cost to … Acts startin effect spreading the cost over the term of the lease which renters will likely find easier to pay …

By Jennifer White Karp |June 10, 2025 - 3:00PM
New York state budget greenlights more condo conversions, new housing vouchers, but no down payment assistance

… Some New York City renters could gain a path to buying their apartments under legislation passed in the … for landlordswhich Hochul pitched in January Read on for how the state budget impacts NYCs renters and wouldbebuyers …

By Celia Young |May 22, 2025 - 10:30AM