#tenant-rights

#tenant-rights

The FARE Act eliminates broker fees for NYC tenants, placing the financial responsibility on landlords.

Los Angeles strengthens tenant anti-harassment protections, allowing easier legal actions against landlords and higher penalties for violations.

Los Angeles is strengthening tenant protections against landlord harassment amidst rising housing costs and tenant complaints.

Strengthening tenant protections in Los Angeles becomes imperative due to ineffective enforcement of current anti-harassment laws.

Mountain View is updating rent control to cap mobile home rent increases below inflation to better protect tenants from financial strain.

Rental costs in NYC have reached a record high, with an average upfront cost of nearly $13,000, sparking tenant protests and legislative action.

The proposed legislation may empower tenants and nonprofits to purchase properties, but also faces significant opposition from landlord groups.

The tenants in a Chelsea building are facing severe neglect from their landlord, risking their safety and wellbeing.

California tenants now have 10 business days to respond to eviction notices, doubling the previous timeline to help those facing legal aid issues.

A young mother was awarded €4,500 after her landlord disconnected her utilities, leading to her illegal eviction and homelessness during pregnancy.

Residents of a subsidized housing complex on Staten Island are experiencing dangerous cold conditions due to a lack of heating and hot water.

Jurado leads De León in a crucial race for equitable city governance focusing on racial justice and local issues.

City Council approved a redevelopment project that will replace 210 multifamily residences with 1,100 new housing units while providing relocation support for existing tenants.

Outside funding significantly influences local rent control measures, revealing deep political connections between local and national interests.

Rising rents in London have led to increasing protests by tenants demanding better rights and controls.

Oregon lawmakers are proposing initiatives to alleviate housing costs, including limiting rent increases and enhancing tenant protections.

A tenant was arrested after landlords reported their home was illegally converted into a cannabis growhouse.

Tenant faced challenges in resolving a dispute due to landlord's address not being found by authorities.

Tenants in NYC may no longer be responsible for paying broker fees due to new legislation that shifts that burden to landlords.

New York City Council eliminated tenant broker fees, reducing rental costs for tenants and marking a pivotal change in real estate practices.

New York City's new eviction law aims for transparency but faces compliance issues, jeopardizing tenants' rights and due process.

The F.A.R.E. Act shifts broker fee responsibility from tenants to landlords, therefore reducing upfront rental costs for New Yorkers.

New York City passed legislation requiring landlords to pay broker fees, shifting the financial burden away from tenants.

Construction next door poses serious risks to a historic building, prompting potential legal action from the landlord.

New York renters will no longer pay broker fees, shifting responsibility to landlords.

The Appellate Division ruled that BLDG Oceanside, LLC can intervene in the foreclosure case due to its substantial interest in the property.

Real estate interests are heavily investing to influence local elections, targeting councilmembers who advocate for tenant protections and affordable housing.

Cortes faced the challenge of preserving affordable rentals after his grandmother's passing, needing to find a buyer who values community over profit.

The homebuyer purchased a classic Edwardian home for $488,000 but cannot move in for 30 years due to tenant rights.

New legislation requires a 311 option for tenants to report hazardous conditions in vacant units, aiming to improve building conditions and quantify citywide vacancies.

Service charges for tenants are increasing while maintenance issues remain unresolved, raising concerns about accountability and quality of living standards.

Wandle Housing faced severe maladministration for mismanaging tenant complaints and properties, prompting an investigation by the Housing Ombudsman.

The Westminster City Council was cited for severe maladministration due to negligence in addressing a tenant's leaky roof over five years.

The Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board election features six candidates competing for four positions, focusing on tenant rights and rent control.

Imperial Beach renters face mass eviction due to new ownership's renovation plans, sparking calls for city intervention in tenant protections.

Tenants at a Brooklyn apartment are protesting years of neglect and poor conditions by their landlord, prompting an investigation by the state Attorney General.

Residents in a Brooklyn apartment building pay top dollar despite horrid living conditions, prompting the formation of a tenant union to combat alleged slumlord issues.

The article emphasizes the importance of investigative journalism in amplifying marginalized voices and demanding accountability from institutions.

Residents are struggling to organize a tenant union while facing resistance from their landlord, the AIDS Healthcare Foundation.

A mother faces a prolonged ceiling collapse in her rented home, struggling to secure repairs from local authorities despite repeated visits.

A man with Parkinson's took in a tenant, Nick Gruber, who turned out to be difficult and has a controversial past.

The Ontario LTB has reduced hearing times for non-payment of rent applications but tenants still face significant delays compared to official estimates.

Reeve's experiences as an accidental landlord provide insights into the current rental market challenges, emphasizing tenant rights and conditions amid rising rents.

Brooklyn residents at 63 Tiffany Place are rallying for the preservation of affordable housing by urging their landlord to sell the building to them.

Tenants in Brooklyn are advocating for the Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act to secure their homes against impending rent hikes.

The FARE Act ends tenant-paid broker fees in NYC, alleviating financial burdens on renters who previously faced thousands in costs.

Rising rents threaten affordable housing for low-income tenants as legal obligations to maintain affordability expire.

The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program, essential for affordable housing, faces deadlines leading to potential evictions.

Residents at The Russell face ongoing maintenance issues and rising rents, while management communication remains lacking, particularly concerning the essential elevator.

Cynthia Black contends her steep rent increases stem from the YieldStar software, highlighting concerns over algorithm-driven pricing and potential collusion in the rental market.

California renters should know their rights regarding security deposits, rent increases, overdue payments, and repairs due to new regulations.

The Board of Supervisors plans to improve tenant protections for renters in unincorporated Alameda County, addressing long-standing issues of uninhabitable living conditions.

Navigating political expression within shared living spaces can lead to discomfort and conflict.

Renters may have limited control over property-related expressions of personal beliefs.

Invitation Homes to settle FTC claims for over $48 million regarding deceptive practices against tenants.

Invitation Homes will pay $48 million to settle FTC allegations of deceptive practices affecting tenants.

Junk fees and unfair eviction practices were central to the case against Invitation Homes.