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

… earned a masters degree in social work at Lehman College in the Bronx Many renters find themselves shut out of the … market after serving sentences Nearly 750000 people in NYC have a conviction record almost 11 percent of the adult … about it And more critically many renters that are affected by the law dont know about it he said Helping to spread the

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

… useand how many households are allowed at the address Whats more if youre a buyer seeking financing and the … can withhold rent from the landlord Read on for more about what you need to know about a certificate of occupancy … it again with updated information for October 2025 … What is the purpose of a C of O … The certificate of …

By Evelyn Battaglia |October 7, 2025 - 2:00PM
9 mistakes to avoid as a first-time renter in NYC

… is to be super prepared meaning youll want to tour apartments armed with all the documents you need to apply … sure the landlord is ok with you creating an additional bedroom using temporary walls or adding a bookshelf wall the … note An earlier version of this post was published in July 2024 We are presenting it again with updated information for

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 21, 2025 - 11:30AM
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 with unpredictable …

By Celia Young |August 14, 2025 - 12:30PM