NYC defends broker fee law against 'unpersuasive' REBNY lawsuit in court

… the law which shifts the burden of paying broker fees from renters to landlordsreduces a significant barrier renters … find housingmoved to join the case in support of the FARE Act  The organization argues that broker fees are an …

By Celia Young |February 28, 2025 - 3:30PM
5 things NYC tenants need to know before going on a rent strike

… You can send them a formal letter You can get your fellow tenants to complain You can call 311 You can file an HP … to consider another option a rent strike Rent strikeswhen tenants collectively withhold rent to force their landlord … in NYC and require a lot of cooperation and trust between tenants A rent strike is often a last resort for tenants who …

By Celia Young |February 10, 2025 - 10:30AM
NYC broker fee bill becomes law without Adams’s signature

… sign off Adams declined to sign the Fairness in Apartment Rental Expenses FARE Act within a 30day window after approval by the City Council …

By Celia Young |December 16, 2024 - 3:00PM