In New York City, the New Year triggers certain responsibilities for landlords—most notably, the annual notice requirement. Even for property owners outside the five boroughs, these simple tasks can provide proper protection and peace of mind in the year ahead…
Experts predict a warmer winter ahead here in the Northeast, with volatile weather that could bring serious snowfall, particularly in January. As beautiful as New York City looks with a fresh coat of snow, the New York City Department of…
On November 12, 2024, new rules went into effect that require smaller properties to put residential trash in dedicated containers. The goal is to eliminate the mountains of trash bags that pile up on city streets. The first phase of…
If you own a rental property, you’ll want to make sure your landlord insurance includes Loss of Rents coverage. This special protection will replace lost income if a covered event requires tenants to move out while units undergo repairs. While…
Basement apartments in New York City have received extensive press as a potential solution to relieve the city’s ongoing housing crisis. These subterranean spaces appeal to many tenant groups for a range of reasons. Private entrances translate into greater privacy…
Landlords can require tenants to be responsible for sidewalk winter conditions per the lease agreement, but be careful. Even if you don’t live in the building and delegate responsibilities for snow removal to a tenant, that doesn’t absolve you of…
People call our office all the time, wondering why multi-family building insurance is so much higher than homeowners’ insurance. Sometimes they’re even wondering why an insurance company declined to make them an offer. To qualify for the best insurance rates…
New York City requires property owners to maintain the sidewalks adjacent to their properties. This requirement generally comes down to snow removal and sidewalk repair. Sidewalk violations The Department of Transportation (DOT) has oversight over New York City's 12,750 miles…
Protecting your real estate investment in the Greater New York City area begins with the right landlord insurance. Landlord insurance can help pay for property damage due to storms or other disasters, cover repairs in the event of a fire,…
The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) will launch curbside composting for all Bronx, Manhattan and Staten Island residents the week of October 6, 2024. Already available throughout Brooklyn and Queens, compost collection will now be required for New…