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Being a landlord certainly comes with its fair share of challenges, and one of the trickiest aspects of the job can be dealing with tenant violations. While most landlords have a plan in place for dealing with non-payment, unlawful drug activity, or health hazards, it's important to have strategies in place for other types of tenant violations as well.  Whether it's excessive noise, pets in a no-pet building, or unauthorized roommates, landlords need to know how to handle these situations in a fair and effective manner. In this blog post, we'll provide some practical advice for landlords on how to deal with tenant violations that don't fall under the traditional categories. Start with the lease agreement First and foremost, it's important for landlords to have a clear and detailed lease agreement in place that outlines their expectations and rules for tenants. If a tenant violates a particular provision of the lease, the landlord can refer to the lease agreement as ...

One of the most frustrating and often traumatic things a tenant can experience is receiving a notice to vacate from their landlord. In New York City, notices to vacate have been common for decades and over the years, there have been changes in the laws and regulations that govern them. In this blog post, we will explore how notices to vacate have changed over time in New York City and what you need to know as a tenant to protect your rights. The Evolution of Notices to Vacate Notices to vacate have been a part of the New York City housing landscape since the early 20th century. In the 1930s and 1940s, many landlords used notices to vacate as a tool to evict tenants to clear the way for higher-paying tenants. In the 1960s, a series of rent control laws were enacted to protect tenants' rights and regulate rent increases. Since then, the use of notices to vacate has become more regulated and many of the abuses of the past have been addressed. The Role of Rent Control Laws Rent control...