Rental checklist: 20 things to look for when signing a lease in NYC

… When moving to a new rental apartment in New York City you may be tempted … market like the current one youll often have to accept what the landlord offers you In a market with high vacancies … negotiate a lower rent increase at renewal time Good Cause does not apply to rentstabilized renters who already have

By Celia Young |June 9, 2025 - 2:30PM
Can a landlord require a ‘refundable’ pet security deposit of $300?

… Rozen Law Group Editors Note Realty Bites tackles your NYC rental questions Have a query for our experts Drop us an … rent or additional monthly fee to keep a pet in your apartment Similar to an amenity fee this type of charge is … certain reptilian venomous and predatory animals in an NYC apartment so please leave your crocodile at the zoo If you …

By Celia Young |January 28, 2025 - 1:30PM