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NYC Renter Guides
Built From Real Building Data.
Tenant rights, building violations, lease traps, pest issues, and how to research any NYC building before you sign — covering all 5 boroughs.
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What Is a Class A, B, or C Violation in NYC?
Got a notice from NYC's Department of Buildings? Don't panic-yet. Those Class
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What Is a Guarantor and Do I Need One in NYC?
Scrambling to snag that dream NYC apartment, only to hit the guarantor roadblock?
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What Is a J-51 Tax Abatement Building?
Unlock J-51 tax abatements in NYC: Slash property taxes up to 100% via renovations under Article XI. Learn eligibility, qualified improvements, rehab ...
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What Is a Live-In Super and Does My Building Need One?
'Picture this: Your toilet overflows at 2 a.m., and help arrives in minutes-because
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What Is a Rent Stabilization Rider and Do I Need It?
Unsure what a rent stabilization rider is or if your lease needs it? Learn its definition, purpose, eligibility, key differences from rent control, an...
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What Is ACRIS and How Do I Use It to Research Landlords?
Discover what ACRIS is and how to use NYC's free property database to research landlords. Uncover ownership history, liens, foreclosures, and transact...
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What Is an HP Action and How Do I File One in Housing Court?
Stuck with a leaky ceiling, faulty heat, or other hazards your landlord ignores?
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What Is an HPD Violation and How Do I Look One Up?
Ever discovered a surprise HPD violation lurking on your dream apartment
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What Is Constructive Eviction in NYC?
Imagine coming home to no heat in the dead of a NYC winter, or toxic mold
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What Is Good Cause Eviction in NYC?
Imagine getting an eviction notice in NYC after years of reliable rent payments-what
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What Is Integrated Pest Management and Is My Landlord Required to Use It?
Ever woken up to cockroaches partying in your kitchen-or worse, chemicals
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What Is the 40x Rent Rule in NYC?
Imagine spotting your dream NYC apartment, only to get rejected because your