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

… Hilton N Webb Jr struggled to find housing for years in New York City because … market after serving sentences Nearly 750000 people in NYC have a conviction record almost 11 percent of the adult …  which was part of the coalition that pushed for the law NYC is one the most difficult markets to find housing People …

By Jennifer White Karp |October 14, 2025 - 10:30AM
What is the certificate of occupancy and why is it such a big deal?

… buying in New York City one of the documents you will need to obtain is the certificate of occupancy which is sometimes … you need to know about a certificate of occupancy Editors note An earlier version of this article was published in … cases this can be avoided he said There are also situations where a buildings C of O may be missing or problematic such …

By Evelyn Battaglia |October 7, 2025 - 2:00PM
New landlord: 10 tips if you're renting out a NYC apartment for the first time

… paymentsbut a lot goes into your role If youre renting out your apartment for the first time you must know New … if youre not a stabilized tenant The  Fairness in Apartment Rentals FARE Act went into effect this year It shifts … a rider attached to the lease There are many exemptions so check out How to tell if your NYC apartment building is …

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 … the fee rather than settling for a lower rent without paying it The tenants on the other hand will have much … requests from renters to lock in their rate for two years as they realize the savings especially if they are …

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

… in the coming years The budget includes some big wins for owners and wouldbebuyers it blocks large investors from … the condo building both have to be managed by the same property management company and all residents need to have equal …

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