How do I force the landlord to remediate my mold-infested apartment?

… exceeds 10 square feet Your first step should always be to ask your landlord or management company to fix the issue … those rights Editors note  Realty Bites  tackles your NYC rental questions Have a query for our experts Drop us  an … gives the owner 90 days to remediate the issue  … 2 Get a rent reduction through the DHCR … Because you live in a …

By Celia Young |July 29, 2024 - 12:00PM
How to research a landlord before you sign a lease

… stair might not be a major concern but small issues that arent quickly addressed can indicate a larger pattern of … the place out Walk aroundis the garbage overflowing he asks The garbage may be cleaned up by the time of your … Pro Tip Looking for a landlord with a good reputationand a rental agent you can trust Put your search in the hands of  …

By Emily Myers |July 11, 2023 - 3:30PM
Co-op and condo board intel: How to choose a new laundry room vendor

… building it usually indicates dissatisfaction with the current company Given that these contracts last on average … be done with the utmost care and consideration  Start by asking your property manager to select a company that ticks … … Ask for references  … A laundry room vendor is no different from a contractor or other provider who will be …

By Evelyn Battaglia |March 8, 2023 - 2:30PM