Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources (3)
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Can my landlord just use my security deposit to pay my rent?
During COVID-19, you can pay your rent with your security deposit. Before you do that, you should read more about what that entails. Get more information here. Read More
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Legal Resources During COVID-19
This is a presentation and question and answer session with attorneys at Legal Services of the Hudson Valley on common issues people are facing right now and where you can find services to help you deal with these issues. Content Detail
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Renters and Evictions during COVID-19
This is a PDF with more answers to questions you may have about evictions during COVID-19. The eviction moratorium is extended until May 1 for residential tenants. This resource may not yet be updated to show the new end date. Read More
I want to know about my rights (3)
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Beware of Paying Your Rent With Money Orders
While money orders seem convenient, they may cause you a lot of problems and in some cases could lead to your eviction. Visit this link on LawNY website to learn more. Content Detail
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- Spanish / Español
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Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019
This is a one-page PDF that explains some of the new housing laws that were passed in 2019 that impact your rights as a tenant, including your rights when facing an eviction. Read More
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- Spanish / Español
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Working for your landlord instead of paying rent
Are you thinking of working for your landlord in exchange for rent? Read this first! Content Detail
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- Spanish / Español
I need emergency assistance (1)
I want to know if a rent increase or charge from my landlord is legal (1)
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What you Need to Know About Low Income Housing Tax Credits
This guide explains what Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LITHTC) are and how that can affect you. Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
Am I covered by rent regulation? (1)
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How to tell if your apartment is rent stabilized
This fact sheet includes information on how you can tell if your apartment is rent stabilized. It also contains lists of rent stabilized buildings, arranged by borough and zip code, where you can look up your building. Content Detail
I live in rent-stabilized housing (3)
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Collecting overcharges in rent stabilized apartments
For rent stabilized tenants who have been overcharged by their landlords, this fact sheet explains the different methods for collecting overcharge back from the landlord after court. Content Detail
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9 frequently ask questions about rent stabilization
Follow the link for answers to the 9 most frequently asked questions about rent stabilization. Content Detail
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Rights of rent-stabilized tenants when signing a vacancy lease
Information for rent stabilized tenants signing a vacancy lease. Also contains information required by the Rent Code Amendments of 2014 (RCA 2014), which are embodied in the New York City Rent Stabilization Code (RSC) and the Tenant Protection Regulations (TPR). Content Detail
I live in rent-controlled housing (2)
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Fact sheets on rent control and rent stabilization
Follow the link for a list of fact sheets that describe the major elements of rent control and rent stabilization in New York State. Content Detail
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When your landlord is trying to force you out of your rent-controlled apartment
Follow the link for information for rent-controlled or rent-stabilized tenants who are being harassed by their landlords. Content Detail
I have a question about a roommate (1)
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Common roommate issues and how to handle them
Follow the link for answers to questions about roommates, including what to do if your name is not on the lease. Content Detail
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