Commercial vs. Residential Evictions: Why They Are Not the Same
Landlords who own both residential and commercial properties often assume the eviction process is similar for both. This is a dangerous misconception...
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Expert commentary on New York City landlord-tenant law from an attorney with over 35 years of in-the-trenches experience.
Rent-Stabilized vs. Free-Market: Evicting a Tenant is a Different Ballgame
In New York City, not all apartments are created equal, and neither are eviction proceedings. The legal path to removing a tenant from a free-market apartment versus a rent-stabilized unit is vastly different...
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Responding to an HPD Complaint: Why Your First Move is the Most Important
An HPD notice isn't just a request for a repair; it's the start of a legal paper trail. How you respond in the first 24 hours can define the outcome...
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Is Your "Guest" an Illegal Subletter? The Telltale Signs for NYC Landlords
The line between a long-term guest and an illegal occupant is a critical one in NYC. Ignoring it can cost you time, money, and control over your property...
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The Top 3 Stall Tactics Used by Tenants in Non-Payment Cases (And How to Beat Them)
Tenants have a playbook of delay tactics. We've seen them all. Here's a look at the most common strategies and how we proactively dismantle them in court...
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