The Fair Housing Act of 1968 prevents any landlord from discriminating against potential tenants. That may sound simple and straightforward. However, there are many more aspects of this act that New York landlords must understand, so they can avoid accusations of discrimination. For example, landlords cannot deny potential tenants housing based on their physical or […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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Affordable housing is a hot-button issue these days. Prospective renters have long been concerned with housing costs and the state of New York is listening. As many current laws come up for renewal in Summer 2019, significant changes could be on the way. Governor Andrew Cuomo has favored rent reform. Among the issues in the rent […]

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Many renters act responsibly, according to the terms of their lease. If you have a rental agreement, you likely pay your rent on time, adhere to the pet restrictions and understand that you will have to pay for any damage you cause to your rental unit. Likewise, if you are a landlord, you probably take […]

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Rent control in New York City can make a huge difference in the income you’re able to make off your property. While the program is meant to keep rent prices high enough to cover utility and maintenance costs, it’s not likely to compare to the market value you could be making on the property. If you’ve acquired […]

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As a tenant, you deserve a habitable rental unit. While most landlords have great intentions, sometimes things slip through the cracks. Other times, some landlords are negligent. If your landlord is not making necessary repairs to keep your apartment or home in a habitable condition, then you might need to take some action to get […]

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After you have screened and chosen a tenant, it is time to prepare your property. While there may be unique steps you have to take depending on whether your tenant receives government assistance or what condition your property is in, there are some general things you should do to make the process easier and minimize complaints. […]

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Going to court before the judge can be very costly to each party involved. Unfortunately, many landlord-tenant cases escalate before either party considers other options. Here are eight tips to help manage disputes about property. Whether you are a tenant or landlord, you can use these options to work out a manageable solution. Litigation as […]

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While real estate can be a great investment, renting out a property also comes with its own challenges. Dealing with maintenance and finding new tenants can be difficult, but the most stressful part of managing a rental is often collecting payment. When the mortgage is due and no money is coming in, a landlord’s position […]

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