NYC landlords want tenants who earn 40 times the monthly rent. Here are 7 workarounds

… than ever for many New Yorkers to meet the steep income requirements usually expected by landlords here Landlords … of the security deposit Thats because c hanges to the rent laws in 2019 capped the security deposit at one months rent … upfront but it complicated things for renters who dont meet NYC landlord income standards However another recent shift …

By Jennifer White Karp |July 31, 2025 - 9:30AM
12 tough co-op board interview questions—and how to answer them

… mind your online manners Roberts  said hes amazed at how many unpleasant things hes seen or heard in the … who practices or teaches at home in which case you should have clear lines about how you are going to … on this issue brokers said Your answer will ideally be along the lines of If the board or the building thought that …

By Brick Underground |July 30, 2025 - 9:30AM
8 ways to negotiate a smaller rent increase at lease renewal time

… If your lease is up for renewal your landlord has likely notified you that your rent is increasing In New York Citys highly competitive … Landlords now must pay the brokers they hire to market apartmentswhich may make some more inclined to agree to a …

By Evelyn Battaglia |July 29, 2025 - 9:30AM
My brother’s friend has been squatting at my former apartment and won’t leave now that the lease is up. Am I liable?

… can charge you for Marks use of the apartment during an eviction proceeding where youd pay for his use and occupancy … be on the hook for the landlords legal fees during their eviction case against Mark says Sam Himmelstein a longtime … cover Marks bills But since your landlord already filed an eviction case against Mark it would be redundant for you to …

By Celia Young |December 27, 2024 - 10:30AM