How to break the lease for your NYC rental apartment

When you sign a lease for a New York City rental apartment its essential to understand that you are signing a binding contract That … the hook for the entire lease term which typically spans 12 months but can be as long as three years  If you need to

By Evelyn Battaglia |June 16, 2025 - 10:30AM
New York state budget greenlights more condo conversions, new housing vouchers, but no down payment assistance

… Some New York City renters could gain a path to buying their … investors from buying single and twofamily homes for 90 days funds a program that helps owners fight off scams and … conversion plan is accepted by the State Attorney Generals office which is charged with overseeing conversions under …

By Celia Young |May 22, 2025 - 10:30AM
Delayed Section 8 payments could worsen discrimination against tenants, NYC attorneys warn

… Thousands of lowincome tenants in New York City rely on federally funded vouchers … assistance could result in more illegal discrimination against New Yorkers using Section 8 vouchers and even … renters should keep a record of their rent payments just in case Read on for what you need to know if you use a Section …

By Celia Young |March 21, 2025 - 4:00PM