Am I breaking a lease? If so, what should I look for?

Dear want to watch for anything? You have good instincts. Everywhere in New York State, but for New York City, a tenant may give notice to a...

What to do about noisy neighbors

Dear I spoke to landlord and nothing helps: You could call a complaint to the NYC Department of Buildings about the illegal conversion....

What to do about noisy neighbors

Dear I spoke to landlord and nothing helps: You could call a complaint to the NYC Department of Buildings about the illegal conversion....

Dear is it possible for coop board to terminate lease? Yes it is possible. Even more dangerous for the tenant, if the coop terminates the lease...

Consequences of renting apartment from a tenant in public housing project.

Dear what are the consequences? The rental of a NYCHA apartment to your friend, is not allowed by law and not allowed by the tenant's...

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Am I obligated to pay for bedbug treatments in my apartment?

Dear I feel they took advantage of me: A landlord in New York cannot write into a lease a provision which conflicts with the law....

Mean neighbor issue

Dear neighbors are mean people: I suggest you and your mother consult with a nearby attorney. Make sure you have tangible proof (photos are...

Does a coop apartment have a contractual/financial responsibility to the shareholders to clear a mechanic’s lien within 10 days?

Dear is the coop obligated to discharge the mechanic's lien? Based only on the information you provided, a court may answer your question, as...

Dear is it legal? If everyone is in agreement, one party to the lease may sign the lease for both parties. A lease is not a marriage...

My name is first on deed from mother brother is second and is living in the house do i have any legal rights to kick brother out

Dear the home is in the State of Florida: You need a Florida real property attorney. Usually, two names on a deed, mean each person is an...