The pros and cons of renting in a NYC condo or co-op building

… residents like their second home  … Pro You may be able to buy your apartment I did … When I got into that tiff with my neighbor I was already in the process of buying my studio I was lucky because the owners gave me a …

By Jennifer White Karp |January 12, 2026 - 10:30AM
I got a big rent increase with my lease renewal. Can I negotiate?

… … Youre certainly not alone Renters across New York City are receiving lease renewals with unpleasant surprises A rent increasewith some … have no leverageand oftentimes the accompanying cover letter will state that the renewal offer is nonnegotiable …

By Celia Young |September 20, 2024 - 3:30PM