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

… have Section 8 vouchers Its illegal for a landlord to refuse to rent to someone because they use a housing voucher or to evict a tenant solely … a marshal sheriff or constable after a legal court process Contact an attorney if possible and prepare to go to housing …

By Celia Young |March 21, 2025 - 4:00PM
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 … strike should put their rent funds aside in a separate bank account or in a lawyers escrow account so that if a judge orders you to pay back the …

By Celia Young |February 10, 2025 - 10:30AM
How to tell if your NYC apartment building is protected by the new Good Cause eviction law

… Good Cause is no simple task Editors note As of August 2024 landlords are supposed to inform renters whether Good Cause … Good Cause eviction is essentially what it sounds like Your landlord needs a good reason to evict you If youre covered … Information System and click the link that says View Certificates of Occupancy Or for newer properties try DOB …

By Celia Young |December 26, 2024 - 9:30AM