NYC renter guides

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

What Is Constructive Eviction in NYC?

Oct 20, 2018

Imagine coming home to no heat in the dead of a NYC winter, or toxic mold

What Is Good Cause Eviction in NYC?

Oct 20, 2018

Imagine getting an eviction notice in NYC after years of reliable rent payments-what

What Is Integrated Pest Management and Is My Landlord Required to Use It?

Oct 20, 2018

Ever woken up to cockroaches partying in your kitchen-or worse, chemicals

What Is the 40x Rent Rule in NYC?

Oct 20, 2018

Imagine spotting your dream NYC apartment, only to get rejected because your

What Is the Best Time of Year to Rent in NYC?

Oct 20, 2018

Picture snagging a dream NYC apartment without breaking the bank or battling

What Is the Difference Between a Roommate and a Subtenant in NYC?

Oct 20, 2018

'Picture this: You''re sharing a cozy NYC apartment, but one wrong move with

What Is the Difference Between Rent Control and Rent Stabilization in NYC?

Oct 20, 2018

Struggling with skyrocketing NYC rents? You're not alone-rent control and

What Is the Fair Chance for Housing Act in NYC?

Oct 20, 2018

Imagine getting denied a NYC apartment because of a past mistake- even years

What Is the NYC Roommate Law?

Oct 20, 2018

Ever signed a NYC lease only to clash over surprise roommates? You're not

What Is the Pet Law in NYC Apartments?

Oct 20, 2018

'Picture this: You''ve just signed a lease in a no-pets NYC apartment, but