How do I evict a tenant for nonpayment and whose lease expired and was not renewed?

You must decide whether or not to start a holdover or a Non-payment proceeding. A non-payment proceeding is just about the rent. If the rent is...

Technically your case could be dismissed because of the illegal basement. You should contact an attorney as soon as possible to fully discuss your...

Landlord/Tenant issues

The landlord must prove it's allegations in court. You should continue to monitor your mail and/or go to housing court(111 Centre Street) to check...

1. Can landlord increase my rent up to 30%? 2. Is my landlord retaliates against me?

If your apartment is not rent stabilized the landlord can increase the rent any amount. However, you do not have to accept the increase. You will...

Can the landlord kick me out without me having a copy of a signed lease?

You should contact the real estate broker as soon as possible. The broker should be able to contact the landlord. Additionally you should write a...

What is the time that NYC housing has to give back the security depost and what grounds would i go after them for my full amount

You should consult your lease from the premises. If you left prior to the expiration of your lease or left damages in the apartment, the landlord...

Do I have to pickup used condoms and bloody sanitary napkins and tampons for neighbors my landlord is evicting me because i wont

Unless you are the superintendent you are only responsible for cleaning up your own mess. if the landlord has started eviction proceedings tyou...

What are my rights if a landlord abandons their building and someone else is trying to sue me for nonpayment?

You should contact an attorney. There are many defenses that you may have to avoid paying rent. However these defenses may lead to your lose of...

The amount of time can vary. However, your landlord cannot evict you without serving the proper termination notices and starting a case in...

I've been living in the apartment with a roomate for almost a year and now she wants to kick me out, without notice

She cannot legally evict you without commencing a case in housing court. If she locks you out you can call the police or file an illegal eviction...