Is there anything I can do?

Rather than trying to negotiate a 6 month lease, you might try to include an early termination clause - like a 60 day (or 90 day) written notice...

I agree, you should consult with an attorney. Airbnb cases involving rent stabilized apartments are very tricky. You are not required to change...

Is it lawful for him to hold my security deposit if I never signed lease or moved in.

You are entitled to the return of your money and you can bring a small claims action (maximum $5,000.00 claim) against the landlord for it.

Do I have the right to ask my landlord to make the necessary repairs to get ventilation in the bathroom?

Natural ventilation opens to the sky or outside place, not another room. See NYC Admin Code 27-749. In the absence of natural ventilation,...

What can I do if they tell me, that I have to move with in 25 days ?

I agree with the prior answers - there is no valid 25 day verbal termination, and the landlord cannot evict you without proper legal process. If...

Can they really hold my money and refuse to return it?

So far, we're unanimous! You have the right to the return of your money. If it is under $5,000.00, you can bring a user-friendly small claims...

What legal leg do I have to stand on? How do I go about getting my things out?

If you have made no attempt to access or remove your belongings in 8 months, that is a tremendous delay, and your property has probably been...

Help is it possible for my land lord to increase the rent by 400 to 500 dollars more under rent stabilization law

Normally, the answer would be "No" - the landlord cannot charge more on any renewal lease than the Rent Guidelines Board permits (the increases are...

Landlords of "all State supervised rental and mutual housing companies" in NYC do have an obligation to inform new tenants of the one-year bedbug...

My leasing manager never offered me the 30-day guarantee the company stands by. Do I have a case?

I agree with Mr. Chertock - there is no requirement in law that the landlord give you a 30 day no-obligation policy to change apartments, and none...