If landlord/ tenant neglected a walk-through at start of lease, can tenant still be responsible for damage caused by negligence?

Dear Roslyn Heights Landlord: Is this the same tenant who was not too busy to inform you about the Internet service? Is this the same door...

We are tenants who paid a security deposit on the house we rent. The landlord told us last week that she "forgot to cash it".

Dear Buffalo Tenant: The landlord does not hold the deposit in escrow. The security deposit is considered as a tenant deposit that must be...

In a holdover, can a landlord's lawyer present to the court the issue of Rent that is not being paid after 30 day notice served?

Dear Lynbrook Landlord: The Court cannot grant a greater judgment than requested in the petition. So, if the landlord's lawyer, requested a...

Can month to month tenant move in roommate without landlord permission?

Dear Flushing Landlord: You have now asked the same or similar question five times. A landlord cannot interfere with a New York tenant's right...

I have been subletting apt in New York for 1 year and a half from a lease owner. He has not been living here for 1.5 years

Dear New York Tenant: Plan to visit an attorney. The written sublease agreement controls your relation with the prime tenant. If your...

I'm house (and animal sitting) for 6 months. What legal proof do I need to show I have a right to be in that house?

Dear Buffalo Tenant: Your mother could let her neighbors know so they do not call the police. Your mother could provide a letter for you with...

HOw do I get my tenants from illegal dwelling to move out? should I give them a notarize paper to vacate the premises?

Dear Brooklyn Landlord: You are in over your head. If you are dealing with tenants in an illegal basement apartment, you need an attorney. Your...

Dear Buffalo Tenant: Unless the lease required a final walk through, New York law does not require a landlord to do a walk through with the...

Dear Elmhurst tenant: If your brother signs the lease, then he is the tenant. He has to live in the apartment. You will not be able to live in...

It is the month by month lease. So you mean in NY tenant can add in liver without permission? Can I ask for more rent fee?

Dear Flushing landlord: By my count this is the fourth similar question in just two days. So, I will suggest you read about your rights as a New...