We asked over 100 New York City landlords to share their top landlord-tenant and eviction questions. Below are the most common questions and answers provided by an experienced eviction attorney  who works with NYC landlords every day. Most common questions was: Why Does NYC Treat Landlords So Badly — and How Can We Change It? As a landlord attorney  practicing in New York City, I hear this frustration constantly. The truth is, NYC has villainized landlords and often forgets t

If you’re a landlord managing rent-stabilized apartments in New York City, one of the most important legal requirements you face is the lease renewal rule . Under the Rent Stabilization Code §2523.5(a) , you must offer tenants a renewal lease not less than 90 days and not more than 150 days  before the current lease expires. This offer must be made on the official HCR Form RTP-8 (Renewal Lease Form)  and must include the Rent Stabilization Lease Rider , which explains the ten

If you’re a landlord in New York City and your tenant hasn’t paid rent for two months, it’s time to act — don’t wait. Week after week I speak to Landlords who have waited 5-8 months before starting the non payment case because the tenant promised to pay next week, unfortunately it typically does not happen and the landlord is left holding the bag 6 months later.  New York City has rental assistance through HRA rental assistance programs and if you get the tenant to court earl

This week, I was able to settle a case using a creative settlement structure, otherwise the case was potentially subject to dismissal due to a filing error made by the Landlord.  Instead of losing the case, I was able to negotiate extensively and drafted a creative agreement that was acceptable for all parties.  This happens more often than one would think.    Your landlord attorney matters very much and can be the difference in winning and losing.  Additionally, I am receivi

As a landlord  in New York City , owning property in boroughs like Brooklyn , Manhattan , Queens , The Bronx , or Staten Island  can be...

Being a landlord in New York City  for properties that are subject to rent stabilization comes with unique challenges, especially when it...

Why Every NYC Landlord Needs an Eviction Attorney Unfortunately, I am getting 3-5 calls per week from small landlords who started an...

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A surrender agreement is completed with the occupant giving keys to the owner. Many landlords and tenants call me asking how can I avoid...