If you are a Queens landlord, it’s certain you’ve had your share of problem tenants. Unauthorized subletting, slow-pay and no-pay tenants all give New York City landlords headaches. When the issue is that your tenant quit paying the rent, there is a clear path to eviction. But landlords must first lay the groundwork to make […]

Posted in Firm News | No Comments »

In New York, the relationship between a landlord and tenant can be complex. Both have their own set of expectations regarding what is to take place. Disagreements frequently lead to disputes and even litigation. A recent article mentions recently proposed changes to landlord/tenant law that could adversely impact this relationship even further. The news article calls these […]

Posted in Landlord-Tenant Disputes | No Comments »

As a landlord, it is your obligation to provide safe and clean facilities for the people who rent from you. You maintain the premises and create a lease that outlines your expectations for tenants. Many landlords choose to not allow animals such as dogs or cats in their rental units because of the potential damages […]

Posted in Firm News | No Comments »

Dealing with difficult tenants is always a challenge. Often, landlords can mitigate tenant complaints or complex disputes without going to court. However, it is not possible to resolve all issues like this. Evicting a tenant often requires a lengthy legal process, but landlords should not have to deal with renters who do not maintain their […]

Posted in Landlord-Tenant Disputes | No Comments »

Many New York landlords have found themselves stuck in the unfavorable position of having a tenant who is behind on rent payments. Whether they are continually late in paying or are several months behind, you may question your options to enforce timely payments. Managing rent-delinquent tenants can be one of the most challenging and unenjoyable […]

Posted in Firm News | No Comments »

No one wants to be the villain, but being a landlord sometimes requires difficult decisions. Few decisions are tougher when it comes to evicting a tenant who hasn’t paid their rent. To evict a tenant for failure to pay their rent, you must start a nonpayment case. Evicting a tenant is more complicated than changing […]

Posted in Firm News | No Comments »

As a landlord, there’s no better feeling than finding the perfect tenant. The person takes care of the property, always pays on time and is serious about following the terms and conditions of the lease. Unfortunately, even if you have a good relationship with your tenant, things can turn sour without notice. While there’s no […]

Posted in Firm News | No Comments »