Delayed Section 8 payments could worsen discrimination against tenants, NYC attorneys warn

… using Section 8 vouchers and even unlawful eviction   With delays in payments unfortunately I can see that making … It may lead to even more landlords being apprehensive about renting to tenants that have Section 8 vouchers Its illegal … for nonpayment of rent You do not need to vacate the apartment You can only be evicted by a marshal sheriff or …

By Celia Young |March 21, 2025 - 4:00PM
How to tell if your NYC apartment building is protected by the new Good Cause eviction law

… by Good Cause is no simple task Editors note As of August 2024 landlords are supposed to inform renters whether Good … eviction protections $5846 for a studio $6005 for a one bedroom $6742 for a two bedroom $8413 for a three bedroom or … owned by small landlordssomeone who owns fewer than 10 apartments statewideare also not covered by Good Cause …

By Celia Young |December 26, 2024 - 9:30AM
NYC broker fee bill becomes law without Adams’s signature

… declined to sign the Fairness in Apartment Rental Expenses FARE Act within a 30day window after approval by the City … support from celebrities such as comedian Ilana Glazer Brokers criticized the bill at an explosive hearing in June … that it would encourage landlords to raise rents But its worth noting that the bills implementation falls under the …

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