New landlord: 10 tips if you're renting out a NYC apartment for the first time

… Becoming a landlord can provide income to offset the expenses of owning … as a security deposit For the details read Can a landlord ask for the first and last months rent plus a security … It makes sense to find out what the C of O says before you buy a townhouse or duplex because if your purchase depends …

By Jennifer White Karp |September 30, 2025 - 3:30PM
The insider's guide to NYC rent-stabilized apartments: Where to find them and how the program works

… Landing a rentstabilized apartment in New York City can be a lifeline for renters who would otherwise struggle … landlords to take apartments out of the program  So how do you find one of these coveted apartments Just under one …

By Celia Young |August 14, 2025 - 12:30PM
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 … convert some newer large apartment buildings from rental to condo Its one of a handful of initiativesincluding a new … residents in Central Brooklyn Southeastern Queens and the North Bronx You can also get help from the HOPP website …

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