New Law will make it much more difficult for landlords to evict tenants
If you ask any landlord in NYC that’s had to evict a tenant in the past, and they’ll probably share with you that it’s one of the most difficult experiences that they’ve had to endure being a landlord. Adjournments, whether at the request of a tenant or administratively by the court. Multiple orders to show […]
KEEP READING . . .Can I Evict a Family Member in NYC?
Landlord-tenant disputes come in all shapes and sizes. A very interesting circumstance is when a family member is looking to evict another family member. So, let’s look at the question: Can I evict a family member in NYC? If so, how can I evict a family member in NYC?
KEEP READING . . .Tenant’s Guide to Vacate an Apartment
I receive quiet a few calls and inquiries from tenants asking about their rights or potential issues when they are leaving an apartment. If you don’t cross your T’s and dot your I’s, you might be losing money, if not more, to an unscrupulous landlord. By following this Tenant’s Guide to Vacate an Apartment, you […]
KEEP READING . . .Can a Tenant Be Evicted If Someone is Living in an Illegal Basement?
When it comes to landlord-tenant issues, very few places in the United States, or possibly even the world, are as complicated as housing in New York City. There are lots of rules, regulations and procedures that need to be followed, especially by landlords, to make sure that a unit that they are renting is in […]
KEEP READING . . .Getting Sued by a Landlord for Breaking Your Lease Early? Maybe Not
When most people rent an apartment, there’s generally a lease involved. A lease is a written agreement that offers security to a landlord that a stream of income can be relied upon. A lease also offers security to a tenant that they just can’t be evicted for no reason. In many leases, there is language […]
KEEP READING . . .How Evictions Work: The Eviction Process in NYC from Beginning to End
Commercial tenants have interests that are significantly different from residential tenants. Whereas no one wants to be uprooted and have to move unless by choice, residential tenants, in a sense, have less to worry about. Sure, a residential tenant facing eviction has to find a place and has to incur the cost of moving. Commercial […]
KEEP READING . . .Can I file for bankruptcy if I use my home for AirBNB?
Filing for bankruptcy as a homeowner can be a frightening thought because, well, you don’t want to lose your home. Especially if your home produces income, such as with AirBNB, can you file for bankruptcy?
KEEP READING . . .When you have debt, what to do: Debt Consolidation vs Bankruptcy
If money is tight for you, and you’re struggling with your debt, you may be looking to take action. Bankruptcy, it seems, is the “last resort” for people (which I don’t think it should be – bankruptcy can be used strategically). You see commercials for debt consolidation programs that offer low monthly payments to get […]
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