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Manhattan apartment building — NYC landlords now pay broker fees under the FARE Act

Landlord Guides

NYC Broker Fees in 2026: A Landlord's Guide to the FARE Act

Who pays broker fees in NYC now? Everything landlords need to know about the FARE Act — when you pay, when you don't, DIY vs hiring a broker, and how to protect your bottom line.

Feb 18, 2026·10 min read

NYC apartment building facade — HPD violations cost landlords thousands in fines and can affect property sales, refinancing, and insurance

Legal Compliance

HPD Violations in NYC: What Every Landlord Needs to Know (2026)

NYC landlord guide to HPD violations — classes, fines (updated for Local Law 71), how to clear violations, and when to bring in professional management.

Mar 31, 2026·10 min read

NYC apartment building with rental application paperwork — landlord screening process

Landlord Guides

NYC Rental Application: A Landlord's Complete Guide (2026)

What NYC landlords must include in rental applications, how to evaluate applicants, legal requirements, red flags, and a free NYC-compliant template.

Mar 26, 2026·14 min read

NYC apartment building facade — landlords must comply with six overlapping legal frameworks governing the tenant relationship

Legal Compliance

NYC Landlord-Tenant Law: The Complete Compliance Guide for Property Owners (2026)

NYC landlord-tenant law for property owners. Security deposits, rent stabilization, Good Cause Eviction, HSTPA, FARE Act — what to comply with in 2026.

Mar 18, 2026·14 min read

NYC Housing Court entrance — the eviction process costs landlords tens of thousands in lost rent and legal fees

Legal Compliance

NYC Eviction Process: A Step-by-Step Guide for Landlords (2026)

NYC evictions cost landlords $30,000-$70,000+ and take 6-12 months. Step-by-step guide covering Good Cause Eviction, Housing Court, costs, and prevention.

Mar 8, 2026·14 min read

Tenant Screening

How to Screen Tenants in NYC: A Landlord's Complete Guide (2026)

Step-by-step tenant screening for NYC landlords — Fair Chance Act compliance, credit checks, fraud detection, and the legal requirements national guides miss.

Mar 7, 2026·13 min read