An RPAPL §745(2) Order, commonly called a rent deposit order, is an order from the Housing Court in a summary proceeding which orders the tenant or occupant to pay rent or use and occupancy. The law … [Read more...] about What’s a Rent Deposit Order?
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Entering into a Joint Will in New York
Joint wills are valid in New York. That said, are they the best estate planning tool for a couple to utilize? Ultimately that decision is the couple's decision to make. One problem with a joint … [Read more...] about Entering into a Joint Will in New York
Legal Possession of an Apartment Sealed by the NYPD After the Death of the Tenant
Many landlords in New York have found themselves in a predicament when a tenant dies in an apartment and the New York City Police Department have sealed the apartment. If a landlord’s agent asks the … [Read more...] about Legal Possession of an Apartment Sealed by the NYPD After the Death of the Tenant