Communication is important in any relationship. This holds true for tenants and landlords in a similar way that it does for married couples or business partners. Being able to communicate can help things go smoothly and can help you avoid disputes. That being said,...
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Can my landlord increase rent without notice?
As a tenant, the last thing you want is to receive a sudden rent increase from your landlord. It can be a frustrating and unexpected expense that can disrupt your budget and leave you feeling helpless. But can your landlord legally increase rent without notice?...
What safety issues are landlords responsible for?
Renting a home in New York offers several advantages. For example, the landlord is responsible for several administrative and maintenance tasks. Thanks to the tenant protection law, it is required that landlords ensure the building or home is structurally sound and...
Common reasons for evictions
Ideally, a lease agreement will be beneficial to both the landlord and the tenant. The tenant gains a safe and comfortable place to live while the landlord receives a regular income. Most of the time, this runs smoothly. Unfortunately, there are occasions when the...
How can you deal with landlord retaliation?
It is illegal for a landlord to retaliate against you for exercising your tenant rights. For instance, you may have made a good faith complaint to your landlord or a government agency regarding health and safety violations, habitability issues or non-repair of your...
Can my landlord evict you for owning a pet in New York?
While pets enrich lives, most landlords never quite welcome them on their properties. If you are a resident of New York and looking to introduce a pet in your rental property, you might want to know what your landlord has to say before going ahead with your idea. ...
What would the Fair Chance for Housing Act do?
Even after someone has served their sentence for a criminal offense and fulfilled any other obligations related to that sentence, they can find that their criminal record still follows them around. It can even prevent them from renting an apartment or a home if the...
When is an eviction illegal in New York?
If a landlord does not follow proper procedures when evicting their tenant, it may amount to an illegal eviction. This can open one up to certain legal and civil sanctions as it is considered a misdemeanor crime in New York. First, you must have sufficient legal...
3 commonly missed red flags during a home inspection
Many older homes have big issues that may turn a house from cozy and comfortable to a life-long fixer-upper. Newer homes aren’t free from issues either and may have signs that there were issues during construction. Whether it’s your first home or fifth home, it’s an...
What are contingency clauses in real estate closing?
If you are looking to seal the deal on buying a property, you should always insert contingency clauses. These are crucial to allow you to withdraw from the transaction if you encounter last-minute problems. A contingency clause effectively says, "If this happens, then...