NYC renter guides

Checklists and walkthrough tips you can use on a tour — with photos and tables included.

Are Emotional Support Animals Allowed in NYC No-Pet Buildings?

Oct 20, 2018

Imagine craving comfort from your emotional support animal in a NYC no-pet

Can a NYC Landlord Ask About My Criminal History?

Oct 20, 2018

Imagine spotting your dream NYC apartment, only to face a nosy landlord demanding

Can a NYC Landlord Refuse to Allow Pets?

Oct 20, 2018

'Picture this: You''ve just signed your NYC lease, Fido in tow, only to hear

Can a NYC Landlord Reject Me for My Source of Income?

Oct 20, 2018

'Picture this: You''ve got a solid Section 8 voucher in hand, hunting for

Can a Rent Stabilized Apartment Become Deregulated?

Oct 20, 2018

Imagine your rent-stabilized haven suddenly skyrocketing-could it happen

Can I Break My Lease Because of Bed Bugs in NYC?

Oct 20, 2018

Imagine waking up to itchy bites and spotting those creepy crawlies in your

Can I Break My Lease Because of Noise in NYC?

Oct 20, 2018

Imagine lying awake at 2 a.m., pounding bass from the apartment next door

Can I Break My Lease If My Apartment Has No Heat?

Oct 20, 2018

Shivering through winter in a freezing apartment? You're not just uncomfortable-you

Can I Get a Rent Reduction If My Landlord Has Open Violations?

Oct 20, 2018

Imagine discovering leaky ceilings , faulty wiring, or pest infestations

Can I Get Out of My Lease If My Building Is Under Construction?

Oct 20, 2018

'Imagine waking up to jackhammers at dawn, dust clouding your apartment,